2014 BMW 2-Series Revealed, Priced From $33,025: Video



By Viknesh Vijayenthiran

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As promised, BMW revealed its new 2-Series in full today and included the all-important pricing details. The car will hit showrooms in early 2014 following a debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January. The 2-Series will be a late 2014 model year arrival and its pricing will start at $33,025, including a $925 destination charge. Only two models will be available at launch: a base 228i and sporty M235i. The latter marks the arrival of BMW’s M Performance line of cars here in the U.S. and will set you back at least $44,025, once again including a $925 destination charge.

So what exactly is the 2-Series? Fans are already dubbing the car the spiritual successor to the BMW 2002 of the 1960s and ‘70s, though to the layperson it’s just a replacement for the 1-Series Coupe. Under BMW’s new naming scheme, dynamic models like coupes and convertibles all have even-numbered names while regular models like sedans and wagons get odd-numbered names. Hence, BMW’s replacement for the 3-Series Coupe also spawned a new 4-Series model.

Note, pricing has increased along with the number on the trunk lid. The base 1-Series Coupe started at $31,500 for 2013, its final year on the market, making the base 2-Series $1,525 more expensive. However, the 2-Series is larger all around. Its length has increased 2.8 inches to 174.5 inches, its width is up 1.3 inches to 69.8 inches and its wheelbase is also 1.3 inches longer at 105.9 inches. This translates to more interior space and additional storage. Trunk capacity increases by 0.7 cubic feet to 13.8 cubic feet.


2014 BMW 2-Series Coupe


Power in the 228i comes from BMW’s familiar turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. In its latest application it’s rated at 240 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.

The M235i is powered by turbocharged 3.0-liter straight-six engine, whose output registers at 322 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. The M235i isn’t quite a dedicated M car but it does benefit from several go-fast bits developed by the M engineers. It features adaptive suspension, upgraded brakes, variable steering and Michelin Pilot Super Sports tires.
Even the exhaust has been specifically tuned for the M235i. For a feel of its performance, check out our drive report of the car’s European cousin, the M135i hatch.

A six-speed manual is fitted as standard across the range but an eight-speed automatic is available as an option. In the M235i, the auto enables 0-60 mph acceleration in just 4.8 seconds with top speed limited to 155 mph.

The 228i will take you 5.4 seconds to achieve the same feat and its top speed is limited to 130 mph, though the latter can be raised to 155 mph when the car is equipped with available Sport Line or M Sport packages.

Fuel saving features include aerodynamic air curtains in the front bumper, an engine stop-start function and ECO PRO mode for the auto. EPA fuel economy ratings for the 228i are estimated at 23 mpg city, 35 highway (22/34 mpg for the manual), while the M235i will be rated 22/32 mpg with the automatic or 19/28 with the manual.

2014 BMW 2-Series Coupe


Inside, 2-Series owners will find dual-zone climate control as standard, as well as the iDrive interface with a 6.5-inch display.
You’ll get a wide-screen 8.8-inch display if you opt up to the navigation system with Touch Controller. Other options include Adaptive Headlights, High Beam Assistant, Parking Assistant, a rearview camera system, and BMW Apps functionality.
Numerous other functions can also be integrated into the car at a later stage using third-party apps--via a smartphone or the car’s built-in SIM card. These include real time traffic information, web radio functions and use of social networking services such as Facebook and Twitter. One app that is tailor-made for a car like the M235i is the M Laptimer.

As for safety, BMW’s Driving Assistant option comprises the camera-based Lane Departure Warning and Collision Warning systems. There are also front airbags, side airbags integrated into the seat backrests, head airbags for the front and rear seats, as well as knee airbags for the driver and front passenger. Additionally, all 2-Series models are fitted with belt force limiters and belt tensioners in the front, ISOFIX child seat attachments in the rear, and a tire pressure monitor.

For pedestrian safety, the car has been designed with an active hood system: in the event of a collision, the system automatically raises the rear part of the hood. This creates additional deformation capacity, helping reduce the force of impact. In addition, relocating the intake air duct for the engine plus the air filter for the interior allowed the creation of a larger deformation zone in the hood area.

Stay tuned for the 2014 BMW 2-Series’ debut in Detroit in January, and look for a 2-Series Convertible to join the lineup later in 2014.

 

 

I think BMW has way too many models. But they are one of the few companies that offer small, medium and large coupes. If I don't like the new Mustang when it's time to replace my 13 I will be considering a used 435i - they hit a home run with the 4 series!!!!

 

 

 

Beamers are kool for sure. I like most of the models

 

Thanks `Tadd for your post. The owner's I know that have BMW's love them & don't seem to have any major problems with them..

There's some clean ones here in Florida that have been owned by senior's with low miles on them, but they want Top dollar for them.
I love the M Models, but they are expensive.

My dream for the $'s is the new Sting `Ray I'm looking forward to test driving one...

 

My fiance can't get enough of them. He's owned numerous M3s, a 335i and currently has a 2010 335is. He just purchased a 2001 325i for his winter beater. It comes in handy that one of his good friends is a retired BMW tech so he can still get parts for cheap. If you can find them used you can get a great deal.

 

Hi `Amy, thanks for your posts/words. Pictures please


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2014 BMW 4 Series Convertible
By Laura Burstein
On Sale: First Quarter 2014
Expected Pricing: $49,675 and $55,825




A drop-top joins the BMW 4 Series lineup, the recently launched two-door model that replaces the outgoing 3 Series coupe and convertible.
The 2014 BMW 4 Series convertible shares the same body and design with the 4 Series coupe, sans the roof and the hardtop's B-pillar.
The convertible's three-piece retractable hardtop is lined with a noise-absorbing headliner, which BMW says is quieter than the old 3 Series convertible and provides added insulation. According to BMW, the power-folding top can completely fold up or down in 20 seconds and operate at speeds of up to 11 miles per hour.
Like the 4 Series coupe, the 4 Series convertible is built on the same architecture as the 3 Series sedan and rides on the same wheelbase, but both 4 Series body styles are slightly wider and nearly two inches lower.
Two engine choices are the same found in the 4 Series coupe: The BMW 428i convertible uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 that makes 240 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of torque (just a tad less on both counts than the coupe). A 428i xDrive all-wheel-drive model will also be available.
A more powerful BMW 435i convertible uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 good for 300 hp and 300 lb.-ft. of torque, and will be available only with rear-wheel-drive.
All convertible models come with BMW's 8-speed automatic transmission; no manual option is available.
Options and packages are similar to those found on the 4 Series coupe and include a bevvy of interior materials, tech features and electronic driver's aids. Specifically for the convertible, a neck warmer feature is available with the Cold Weather Package. As with the 4 Series coupe and 3 Series sedan, the 4 Series convertible will be available in trim lines with distinctive exterior and interior features. They include the Sport, Luxury M Sport lines. BMW said the 4 Series convertible will be available in the first quarter of 2014 and will start at $49,675 for the 428i and $55,825 for the 435i.