8.1
2023 BMW 2 Series Coupe review
The mid-range point in the 2 Series Coupe line-up could easily be the sweet spot for most buyers, such are the 230i's all-round talents.
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Matt Campbell
2024 BMW 2 Series vs 2022 McLaren 720S Comparison
BMW 2 Series
McLaren 720S
2024 BMW
2 Series
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2022 McLaren
720S
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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8.1
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Based on the BMW 2 Series 30i M SPORT
Based on the McLaren 720S SPIDER
Best suitable for...
Luxury
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
42L - 52L
248 to 416 km
72L
792 km
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$59,023 - $99,990
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Impressive value for money
- Looks terrific
- More practical than you’d think
Misses
- Ride is very hard, even for a sports coupe
- Not going to thrill like the six-pot or M model
- Four-star safety score
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Outrageously fast and confidence-inspiring
- The handling surpasses any of its rivals
- Ride compliance is excellent without compromising cornering prowess
Misses
- Exhaust note not as thrilling as a Lamborghini Huracan
- Residual values still fall short of Ferrari
- It's pricey against rivals
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Active Rear Spoiler - Carbon Fibre (+$18,720)
- Alloy Wheels Special (+$8,480)
- Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$12,080)
- Black Pack (+$15,380)
- B Pillar Outer - Carbon Fibre (+$6,100)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TWIN TURBO MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1499 - 2998 | 3994 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.5L, 3.0L, 2.0L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 3, TURBO 6, TURBO 4 | TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 24 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 103kW - 285kW | 530kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4500 - 5500 | 7500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 220Nm - 500Nm | 770Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1350 - 1900 | 5500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.5 - 11 | 8.7 | |
