Compare the BMW 2 Series Coupe vs BMW M2
AI generated from our expert reviews
Choosing between these compact coupés comes down to how much raw performance you want versus everyday running costs. The BMW M2 is more powerful, whereas the BMW 2 Series Coupé uses less fuel. Both cars make urban crawling easier when fitted with an automatic gearbox, although the M2 gives you adaptive dampers as standard to soften bumps in town, whereas the regular 2 Series Coupé relies on a firmer, fixed setup unless you upgrade. Out on the motorway, large alloy wheels and tyres mean you must contend with a bit of road noise in both models. Practicality inside is very similar too: both coupés provide decent room up front, but taller passengers in the rear will find their heads brushing close to the roof.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
Key information
| Body type Coupes, Saloons | Body type Coupes, Saloons, Sports cars |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 4 | Number of seats 4 |
| Boot space, seats up 390 litres (3 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 390 litres (3 suitcases) |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,548 mm x 1,838 mm x 1,404 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,587 mm x 1,887 mm x 1,404 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,600 kg | Towing capacity — |
| First year tax rate £560 Best | First year tax rate £4,850 |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Rear wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 220i Step Auto | Engine name 480 Step Auto |
| Engine size 2.0 L Petrol • 184 BHP | Engine size 3.0 L Petrol • 480 BHP |
| Body type Coupes, Saloons | Body type Coupes, Saloons, Sports cars |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Rear wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
| Forward gears 8 | Forward gears 8 |
| Acceleration 7.5 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 4.0 s (0-60 mph) Best |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 4 | Number of seats 4 |
| Number of doors 2 | Number of doors 2 |
| Boot (seats up) 390 litres | Boot (seats up) 390 litres |
| Length 4,548 mm | Length 4,587 mm |
| Width 1,838 mm | Width 1,887 mm |
| Height 1,404 mm | Height 1,404 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.74 m | Wheelbase 2.75 m |
| Turning circle 11.6 m | Turning circle 12.1 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.