New BMW 2 Series Coupe review: a return to form?

BMW is famous for its luxurious driver’s cars, yet in recent years it appears as if the brand has been focusing more on ‘luxury’ than it has ‘the drive’. The latest BMW 2 Series Coupe, on paper, seems like a return to form; instead of the front-wheel-drive setup of the 2 Series Gran Coupe and 1 Series hatchback, the Coupe uses the same rear-drive layout of the larger and sportier BMW 4 Series. Has all this made the new 2 Series the best-handling BMW in years? Rich finds out.

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00:00 - Introduction
01:18 - Engines & driving impressions
04:05 - Trim levels & specifications
04:35 - Interior & technology
05:40 - Practicality & boot space
06:40 - Running costs
07:11 - Dealmakers & Dealbreakers
07:58 - Verdict

[jonathanw]

but why do manufacturers continue to do away with buttons/knobs and hide them in the infotainment system, every reviewer I have seen dislikes the change

[duncanidaho]

Definitely a drivers car. (For these modern times).
Also a big + for having physical buttons.
Good review overall !

[witnesspropro]

You didn't mention that the M240i is xDrive

[Lyma]

Where’s the Carbuyer big water bottle test?

[CaydeSmax]

mechanicals might be better and more tech but it's not a looker, imo the previous m2 was perfect, my biggest nit pick with the looks is the side vents on the front bumper, it's like the artist had an interuption / emergency and their arm got knocked and then a cat hit send.

[darreni]

The comparison to the diesel A Class makes absolutely no sense

[dingopuppytoo]

The back with those lights is as unsuccessful as the E90 - miss the convertible

[dpfghela]

Really don’t like the carry over dash from BMW/ Merc vehicles these days.

I miss the different styling you used to find.

[philipc]

I'm a simple person. Cayman or EV for efficiency serenity and mostly instant torque.

[jhonnydrop]

Good review! Kudos on getting a to review this car NOT in Thundernight Metallic like in every other review.

I hope you can review the M240i soon with the new iDrive 8, there doesn't seem to be a review of that interior yet from just about ANY youtube channel.

[vlajster]

Damn, it's so ugly I wouldn't take it even if it was free

[th_Disciple]

Why are modern Germans cars so ugly especially bmw😢

[Domo_Sensei]

got to be one of the ugliest cars BMW have ever made

[jayrusty]

This presenter is so boring and non engaging! 🤨