BMW 2 Series 2025 Gran Coupe: A Bold Design Packed with Tech, But Is It Still a True BMW?The new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, known as the F74, makes a bold visual statement. Its design borrows from premium BMW siblings, featuring the illuminated kidney grille, gloss black elements, matrix LED headlights, and active air curtains. While still based on the UKL2 platform shared with Mini, the 2025 model is longer and taller than before, now riding on 18-inch wheels. The ground clearance has also improved, giving the car more practical appeal. At the rear, wide tail lights, a fake diffuser, and well-integrated sensors give it an assertive stance. Though it retains the coupe-like roofline, the frameless doors and sleek surfaces keep the visual drama alive.
Tech-Savvy Cabin, But Space Comes at a Cost
Inside, the cabin is loaded with modern tech like a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.7-inch infotainment screen with BMW’s iDrive OS9, and a head-up display with AR view. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system offer solid entertainment value. You’ll also find ambient lighting with 15 color options, a 360-degree camera with 3D view, reversing assist, and even an in-cabin selfie camera. Despite these high-end features, the backseat experience is disappointing. Space is tight, headroom is limited, and there’s a noticeable lack of comfort—making the rear best suited for kids or short trips.
Performance That Falls Short of the BMW Badge
Under the hood, the India-spec 2025 2 Series comes with a 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine producing 154 hp and 230 Nm of torque. While 0–100 km/h takes a claimed 8.6 seconds, real-world tests showed it slightly faster at 8.1 seconds. The engine, however, feels buzzy and lacks the refined character expected from a BMW. It’s a front-wheel-drive setup—unlike the signature rear-wheel-drive DNA of classic BMW sedans—and the performance drop compared to the previous 220i is quite noticeable. The new model not only loses a cylinder but also drops 22 hp and 50 Nm of torque, which dilutes the brand’s “Ultimate Driving Machine” identity.
Luxury Features Can’t Hide the Cost-Cutting
While the 2 Series Gran Coupe impresses with premium touches like a panoramic sunroof, digital key, powered seats with memory, and ADAS functions, some elements betray its entry-level status. The plastic quality in many areas feels cheap, there’s no ventilated seating, and space is very limited—especially in the rear. BMW is clearly banking on features and brand appeal to justify a price tag nearing ₹60 lakhs (on-road), despite cutting down on performance and overall refinement. If you’re looking for a true-blue BMW driving experience, the 3 Series is still the one to beat—though it comes at a significantly higher cost.
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