M235 xDrive Gran Coupe AWD
What the M235 xDrive Gran Coupe adds over the 230i (+$10,300)
| Spec | 230i | M235 xDrive Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake type | Vented disc brakes with single-piston fixed calipers | Vented disc brakes with four-piston fixed calipers |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.8 cu-ft | 12 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3446 lbs | 3578 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3446 lbs | 3578 lbs |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 312 hp |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L Inline-4 TwinPower Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 M TwinPower Turbo |
| Ground clearance | 5 in | 5.7 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4398 lbs | 4696 lbs |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $39,200 | $49,500 |
| Overall height | 54.8 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 179 in | 179.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in | 70.9 in |
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Front suspension type | Double-joint spring-strut axle in lightweight aluminum-steel construction, hydraulically damped torque strut bearings | Single-joint suspension strut axle in aluminum-steel lightweight construction (M-specific elastokinematics) |
| Rear suspension type | Five-link axle in lightweight aluminum-steel construction | Three-joint axle in lightweight steel construction (M-specific elastokinematics) |
| Final drive ratio | 2.8 | 1.7 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission type | 8-speed Sport Steptronic | dct |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.4 ft | 38.4 ft |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 105.1 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Steptronic, Active Blind Spot Detection (standard, part of Active Driving Assistant on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Active Driving Assistant including Frontal Collision Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assistant, Active Blind Spot Detection, and Speed Limit Info (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Adaptive M Suspension (standard), Auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), BMW Curved Display (10.25-inch Information Display and 10.7-inch Control Display) with BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on BMW Operating System 9, BMW Digital Key Plus with UWB, BMW Live Cockpit Plus with BMW Maps navigation (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Comfort Access keyless entry (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Frontal Collision Mitigation, Harman/Kardon Premium Sound System (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), LED Headlights (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), M Sport Brakes (standard on M235 xDrive Gran Coupe, optional on 228 xDrive Gran Coupe), M Sport Package with M Sport Professional Package (optional, M235 xDrive Gran Coupe – M Sport Professional Package adds M Sport seats, M Shadowline Lights, Extended Shadowline Trim, M Sport Brakes with red calipers), Near-actuator wheel slip limitation (ARB) (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Parking Assistant including Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection, Rear View Camera with rear Panorama View, and Back-Up Assistant (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Power front seats (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Shadowline Exterior Trim (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe), Wireless device charging, xDrive all-wheel drive
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | Vented disc brakes with four-piston fixed calipers |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc brakes with single-piston floating calipers |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 12 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in |
| Overall height | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 179.2 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1998 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L Inline-4 M TwinPower Turbo |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 312 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $49,500 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Steering
| Steering type | EPS with Servotronic function |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Single-joint suspension strut axle in aluminum-steel lightweight construction (M-specific elastokinematics) |
| Rear suspension type | Three-joint axle in lightweight steel construction (M-specific elastokinematics) |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/45 R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 1.7 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 |
| Transmission type | dct |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3578 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3578 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4696 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety18 std · 5 opt
- Frontal Collision Mitigation
- Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go optional
- Surround View with 3D View optional
- Airbags for driver and front passenger
- Head airbags for front and rear seat
- Lane Keeping Assistant
- Side airbags for driver and front passenger
- Active Blind Spot Detection (standard, part of Active Driving Assistant on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Active Driving Assistant including Frontal Collision Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assistant, Active Blind Spot Detection, and Speed Limit Info (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- CBC (Cornering Brake Control)
- DBC (Dynamic Brake Control) / Brake Assist DBC
- DSC (Dynamic Stability Control)
- DSC incl. ABS
- DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
- Dry Braking function / Dry Brake Function
- M Sport Brakes (standard on M235 xDrive Gran Coupe, optional on 228 xDrive Gran Coupe)
- Near-actuator wheel slip limitation (ARB) (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Parking Assistant including Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection, Rear View Camera with rear Panorama View, and Back-Up Assistant (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Start-Off Assistant
- Driving Assistance Plus Package (Distance Control, Steering and Lane Control Assistant) (optional) optional
- Driving Assistance Professional Package (Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go, Side Collision Protection, Traffic Jam Assistant) (optional) optional
- Parking Assistant Plus with Drive Recorder and Parking View (optional, Technology Package) optional
- Tire pressure display
Infotainment7 std · 3 opt
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (standard)
- BMW Curved Display (10.25-inch Information Display and 10.7-inch Control Display) with BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on BMW Operating System 9
- BMW Live Cockpit Plus with BMW Maps navigation (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- BMW Maps navigation system (standard)
- Harman/Kardon Premium Sound System (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Personal eSIM 5G (standard)
- Wireless device charging
- BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Augmented Reality Video (optional, Technology Package) optional
- Head-Up Display (optional, Technology Package) optional
- Steering wheel shift paddles optional
Convenience2 std · 1 opt
- BMW Digital Key Plus with UWB
- Comfort Access keyless entry (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Remote Engine Start (optional, Premium Package) optional
Seating3 std · 1 opt
- Heated front seats
- Power front seats (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Sport seats / heated sports seats (standard)
- Massaging Active Front Seats with lumbar support (optional on 2 Series Gran Coupe) optional
Interior2 std · 0 opt
- Steering wheel heating
- Auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
Exterior4 std · 3 opt
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED Headlights (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- M Sport Package with M Sport Professional Package (optional, M235 xDrive Gran Coupe – M Sport Professional Package adds M Sport seats, M Shadowline Lights, Extended Shadowline Trim, M Sport Brakes with red calipers)
- Shadowline Exterior Trim (standard on 2 Series Gran Coupe)
- Black Roof in contrasting color (optional, Premium Package, select exterior colors) optional
- Illuminated kidney grille with contour lighting (optional on 2 Series Gran Coupe) optional
- Panoramic moonroof (optional, Premium Package) optional
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- xDrive all-wheel drive
- 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Steptronic
Chassis2 std · 1 opt
- Adaptive M Suspension (standard)
- EPS with Servotronic function / EPS variable sport steering w/ Servotronic function
- M Performance Package (optional, M235 xDrive Gran Coupe only) optional
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Common questions about the M235 xDrive Gran Coupe
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 BMW 2 Series M235 xDrive Gran Coupe?
The manufacturer lists $49,500 for the 2025 BMW 2 Series M235 xDrive Gran Coupe. That is $10,300 above the 230i, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 BMW 2 Series M235 xDrive Gran Coupe add over the 230i?
Against the 230i, 20 features become standard that the 230i does not and 21 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.