BMW has launched the updated 2 Series Gran Coupe in India, with prices starting at ₹46.9 lakh (ex-showroom). It’s still the most affordable sedan in the BMW India lineup, aimed at buyers who want a stylish, sporty, and premium car for city use.
Sporty Design with a Premium Touch
The 2025 version gets small but noticeable design changes. The front grille now lights up, and the LED headlamps have a fresh look with animated turn indicators. A new bumper adds a sportier vibe.
From the side, the coupe-like sloping roof and 18-inch alloy wheels give it a sleek appearance. The ground clearance is slightly higher now, but the car still looks low and sporty. At the back, sharper LED tail lights and cleaner styling complete the look.
BMW has also brought back proper pull-type door handles – a small detail, but one fans will like.
Interior: Modern, Comfortable, and High-Quality
Inside, the cabin looks and feels premium. Soft-touch materials, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and frameless doors make it feel upscale. The front seats are powered, with memory for the driver, but the rear space is best suited for average-height adults.
There’s a 430-litre boot and split-folding rear seats for added practicality. The new toggle-style gear selector follows BMW’s latest interior design.
Packed with Features
BMW has packed this car with features like a 10.7-inch touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. It supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and the sound system is a premium 12-speaker Harman Kardon setup.
You also get wireless phone charging, a digital key (shareable with four users), dual-zone climate control, and leather-free upholstery for eco-conscious luxury. There’s also a head-up display and helpful ambient lighting.
One downside – ventilated seats are missing, and climate controls are now on the screen, which may not be ideal while driving.
Engine and Performance
Power comes from a 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine making 153 PS and 230 Nm. It’s smaller than the previous model’s 2.0-litre engine but tuned for city comfort, fuel efficiency (claimed 16.35 kmpl), and smoothness. It does 0–100 km/h in about 8.6 seconds.
BMW has switched to regular tubeless tyres instead of run-flats, improving ride comfort. The 7-speed DCT gearbox works well, especially in Sport mode. However, the engine doesn’t deliver the typical BMW “punch” or sound.
Safety First
The 2 Series gets seven airbags, including a central airbag, ABS, ESC, traction control, front and rear parking sensors, and a 360° camera.
ADAS features include lane departure warning, blind spot detection, forward/rear collision alerts, and safe-exit warning. Clever touches like the Reversing Assistant and built-in dashcam (Drive Recorder) are also included. Auto-park assist is handy too.
However, adaptive cruise control is still missing, and the collision warning system can be a bit over-sensitive in Indian traffic.
Variants and Rivals
The car is offered in different variants, including M Sport and Pro trims, with the top-end model priced at ₹48.9 lakh (ex-showroom). It goes up against the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine and Skoda Superb L&K, giving buyers in the luxury compact sedan space more options.
