all-new BMW 2-Series Gran Coupé M235i xDrive FULL REVIEW - Autogefühl

This is our in-depth review of the all-new BMW 2-Series Gran Coupé M235i. We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and the driving experience.

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[dirkt]

Funny how many of these comments criticize the design withouthout even having seen the car in reality. It looks much sportier and slim. As a matter a fact, I find the back more beautiful than the front (had a test last week)and the side profile has nothing to do with Kia, believe me 😉. I think this model will appear on the roads a lot in the coming years.

[TopDownMikey]

My wife took delivery of M235i last week. I was surprised and impressed at its drivability and feel, during the test drive. Wife has become quickly attached to it. In this Autogefuhl I paid particular attention to Thomas' observations during his test drive, as I've found the xDrive in this car to be different - now all I need to do is wait for wetter weather to compare notes! Another fine review.

[Lordvader]

Just bought this car for my 19 year old daughter. This is the best and fairest review I have seen. Someone who really knows how to show you the good without trashing the bad. The M235i X drive is a fun fast and safe starter car. Great way to enter the BMW family.

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[toneill]

I think somebody has been dropping a few magic mushrooms in the designers coffee recently.
1 and 2 series now off the menu. Bizarre.

[vagalhaes]

You're always welcome to Portugal! And if you see Matt Watson around, please teach him how to drive here!

[minibus]

Great review! But who designed this?! It's...unique.

[knopperskojote]

Great review, nice car
Both high quality!

[anjdog]

I just bought a M235 three weeks ago and i love it

[Alan-zirw]

That's a very long and good review. the car without the logo, can't tell it's a BMW.

[iCharlyoseayo]

the side profile reminds me of a Ford Focus

[benoit.b]

I honestly think this is a great looking car. Thought it looked terrible until I saw it in person and wondered what it was until I saw a 218i badge, looked great.

[KP]

i like the design, in real life it looks even better than on camera

[paulwharton]

Thanks ever so much Thomas for such a comprehensive review - You really are the best !

[imrantahir]

The look definitely grows on you after a while

[anthonycbrown]

The exterior looks uninspired but all the options are available. RWD BMWs are very good. Thanks to your both.

[YasumotoUS]

Really like how BMW has integrated the infotainment and instrumentation screens on t his model. The front design really works for me and I love the frameless windows. I wish that the faux suede or alcantara seating surfaces were available in the USA.

In the USA, BMW's configuration tool reflects a price point for the 235i X Drive around $45k for a spec with expected feature sets in this market segment (heated seats, full safety gear and distance following cruise control, etc.). The price range of the gran coupe places it directly in competition with a lot of AWD sedans and, if practical, a handful of lower priced Japanese FWD sedans. At the upper range of the 235i X Drive Gran Coupe's pricing, a buyer is directly in the territory of a gently used / CPO Porsche Macan as well as more potent, mid-sized luxury sedans. It looks like a good leasing option for a consumer who must have the latest BMW product and it could be an interesting option on the CPO market in a few years.

[koichi.k]

Think this is a cool sedan. BMW could refine this at mid-life and this could be near perfect after. Thanks Thomas for the awesome review, appreciated the look at the other colors too.

[idanceforpennies]

It's very impressive that the FWD platform has even better handling than the 3 series.