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Used 2018 BMW 2 Series Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 BMW 2 Series is available as either a coupe or convertible in 230i or M240i trims that are mainly distinguished by engines. The 230i coupe is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (248 horsepower, 258 pound-feet of torque). The M240i gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder (335 hp, 369 lb-ft). Both engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive is available as an option for all models while a six-speed manual is available at no additional cost on all rear-wheel-drive models except for the 230i convertible.

The 230i coupe's standard features include 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, LED foglights, automatic wipers, selectable drive modes, cruise control, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, simulated leather upholstery, power-adjustable front sport seats, driver memory settings, 60/40-split folding rear seats, a rearview camera, a 6.5-inch infotainment screen with iDrive control, BMW's ConnectedDrive telematics, Bluetooth, a USB input, and a seven-speaker sound system with a CD player and HD radio. The 230i convertible comes with a power-folding fabric top and a mesh wind deflector.

Stepping up to the 240i coupe or convertible adds 18-inch wheels, an auto-dimming driver-side and rearview mirror, a sunroof (coupe only), sporty exterior flourishes, a rear spoiler, a sport exhaust, an adaptive suspension, upgraded brakes, a universal garage door opener and satellite radio.

Many of the 240i's extra features are available as options on the 230i. Notable option packages include the Driving Assistance package (forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and a speed limit display) and the Premium package (a navigation system, an instrument panel with added information, remote control of some systems through a smartphone app, heated front seat and a heated steering wheel). Other add-ons include 19-inch wheels with summer performance tires, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive headlights, adaptive cruise control, leather upholstery, a wireless charging pad, a Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay smartphone integration and a 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system.

Which 2 Series trim does Edmunds recommend?

For most drivers, the BMW 230i will have an abundance of power. It's well-equipped, but we suggest adding the optional Driving Assistance package that includes some advanced safety features for a very reasonable price.

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Moorhead, MN
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2 Series 230i
2 Series 230i xDrive
2 Series M240i
2 Series M240i xDrive
Vehicle
230i xDrive
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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M240i
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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M240i xDrive
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Not Available
Not Available
Parking assistance
optional
optional
optional
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
optional
optional
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
248 hp @ 5,200 rpm
248 hp @ 5,200 rpm
335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
258 lb-ft @ 1,450 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,450 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,520 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,520 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
3.0 l
3.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 6
inline 6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
205/50R17
205/50R17
225/40R18 (FRONT) 245/35R18 (REAR)
225/40R18 (FRONT) 245/35R18 (REAR)
Wheel size
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.0-in (Rear)
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.0-in (Rear)
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
optional
optional
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
24 / 34 / 27 MPG
23 / 33 / 27 MPG
21 / 30 / 24 MPG
21 / 30 / 24 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
13.7 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
329 / 466 miles
315 / 452 miles
288 / 411 miles
288 / 411 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
35.8 ft.
37.1 ft.
35.8 ft.
37.1 ft.
Curb weight
3,680 lb.
3,821 lb.
3,790 lb.
3,944 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
5.1 in.
5.1 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
Height
55.6 in.
55.6 in.
55.2 in.
55.2 in.
Length
174.7 in.
174.7 in.
175.9 in.
175.9 in.
Wheelbase
105.9 in.
105.9 in.
105.9 in.
105.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
11.8 cu. ft.
11.8 cu. ft.
11.8 cu. ft.
11.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.4 in.
54.4 in.
54.4 in.
54.4 in.
Rear Head Room
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
Rear Leg Room
31.8 in.
31.8 in.
31.8 in.
31.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Black SensaTec w/Red Highlight, leatherette
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota w/Red Highlight, leather
Black Dakota, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Black SensaTec w/Red Highlight, leatherette
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota w/Red Highlight, leather
Black Dakota, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Oyster Dakota, leather
Black Dakota, leather
Cognac Dakota w/Dark Brown Highlight, leather
Coral Red Dakota w/Black Highlight, leather
SensaTec Oyster/Black, leatherette
Exterior
Seaside Blue Metallic
Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Alpine White
Mineral White Metallic
Melbourne Red Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Jet Black
Mineral Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Seaside Blue Metallic
Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Alpine White
Mineral White Metallic
Melbourne Red Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Jet Black
Mineral Grey Metallic
Glacier Silver Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Melbourne Red Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Mineral Grey Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Alpine White
Mineral White Metallic
Melbourne Red Metallic
Estoril Blue Metallic
Mineral Grey Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Sunset Orange Metallic
Alpine White