Why do people take a BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé over a 3 Series? New M235 driving REVIEW!

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This is our in-depth review of the new 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé as BMW M235. We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and the driving experience.

00:00 2 Series GC vs 3 Series
03:05 Engines and performance
04:24 Indicators and suspension
06:10 Interior quality and comfort
08:27 Cockpit and interface
10:36 Rear seats
12:10 Trunk / boot
13:01 Launch Control and speed
17:21 Road driving and comfort
22:51 Price 2 Series or 3 Series

#BMW #BMW2Series

Data & facts:
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
Sold globally, produced in Leipzig, Germany, plant powered by wind power

Colors:
Borusan Turkish Blue (main vehicle)
Brooklyn Grey (studio with illuminated grill)

Optional illuminated front grill, optional Matrix LED
New suspension rework
Length 4,55 m 179“ stayed the same (16 cm / 6“ shorter than 3 Series, wheelbase 18 cm / 7“ shorter)
17-19“ wheels
All tail pipes invisible except for M235

M235 with horizontal grill bars, 19“ wheels, sports suspension with frequency adaptive dampers and differential lock on the front

Animal free interior standard
Base seat fabric
Optional sport seats in Econeer fabric or perforated Veganza leatherette, M Sport or M235 in Veganza/Alcantara mix or M Sport seats with integrated head restraints in Veganza/Alcantara or Veganza leatherette
M Sport steering wheel only animal leather part

430 l trunk

216 1,5 l 3 cyl 120 hp FWD
220 1,5 l 3 cyl 170 hp MHEV 7,9 s FWD (65 kg lighter than 3 Series 320i)
223 2,0 l 4 cyl 218 hp MHEV (EU) AWD
228 2,0 l 4 cyl (US entry) 245 hp FWD/AWD
M235 2,0 l 4 cyl 300 hp or 317 hp in NA 4,9 s AWD 4,7 s US figure (20 kg lighter than 3 Series 330i xDrive, acceleration between 330i and M340i)

218d 2,0 l 4 cyl 150 hp 9,3 s FWD
220d 2,0 l 4 cyl 163 hp MHEV 8,0 s FWD

36.500 Euro entry
60.000 M235 + 6.500 Extras
39.000 USD - 49.000 USD M235 plus extras

330i 45,500 USD (5000-6000 Euro more expensive)

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This is our in-depth review of the new 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé as BMW M235. We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and the driving experience.

00:00 2 Series GC vs 3 Series
03:05 Engines and performance
04:24 Indicators and suspension
06:10 Interior quality and comfort
08:27 Cockpit and interface
10:36 Rear seats
12:10 Trunk / boot
13:01 Launch Control and speed
17:21 Road driving and comfort
22:51 Price 2 Series or 3 Series

#BMW #BMW2Series

[RJMitch]

Because it's the size that the 3 Series should be, which is the size the 5 Series should be, which is the size the 7 Series should be.

[fale]

BMW and KIA really did swap designers hey

[dorstefan]

If I wouldn't see the badge, I wouldn't know it's a BMW.

[sportscaradvocate]

The counter argument is you are buying a Mini Cooper underneath with a Kia sedan design for a lot more money. I would rather have the Mini. This 2 series is one of the most uninspired designs going around. BMW needs to be premium, this is not.

[l.e.i.]

Kia should be very proud of this new design language BMW is currently using🤭

[tomhan]

I really don't think anyone is going to make that choice. It looks like a discount store 3 series

[billx]

I will take a 3 series every time over this 2 series monstrocity

[eponymous]

I'll never understand why manufacturers place charging ports right next to cupholders 🤦

[WOOF]

The reviews that you and Leah make are excellent. Very detailed, thorough easy to understand, and very conversational. Very early Frohe Weihnacheten wishes to you all!

[JoneT]

Because the design of the Series 2 is disproportionate. The car is tall relative to its width, the door line is high, the distance from the front axle to the front bumper is long, the length is disproportionate to the car’s height, and the front lights resemble those of its sibling model. Kia desing or anything fwd car.

Additionally, the hood line does not align with the door line but is significantly higher. A true design mess.

[Lordvader]

I bought one for my daughter on your last review. It's one of the best car we have owned. We have the M235.

[prothor]

Good to hear Leas opinion and that she voices it. Way to go, Lea ❣️

[PawelR]

The front looks really bad. Great video as usual Thomas

[angelortunorubio]

The best thing about the car, without a doubt, the color, reminds me of Porsche's Miami blue.

As always, Great review

[pjp]

The BMW designer responsible for this monstrosity went to RR. Maybe the 3 Series will be saved from his butchering

[danielrcoster]

18:37 love the car spotting commentary in traffic. ☺️

[autogefuehl]

Data & facts:
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
Sold globally, produced in Leipzig, Germany, plant powered by wind power

Colors:
Borusan Turkish Blue (main vehicle)
Brooklyn Grey (studio with illuminated grill)

Optional illuminated front grill, optional Matrix LED
New suspension rework
Length 4, 55 m 179“ stayed the same (16 cm / 6“ shorter than 3 Series, wheelbase 18 cm / 7“ shorter)
17-19“ wheels
All tail pipes invisible except for M235

M235 with horizontal grill bars, 19“ wheels, sports suspension with frequency adaptive dampers and differential lock on the front

Animal free interior standard
Base seat fabric
Optional sport seats in Econeer fabric or perforated Veganza leatherette, M Sport or M235 in Veganza/Alcantara mix or M Sport seats with integrated head restraints in Veganza/Alcantara or Veganza leatherette
M Sport steering wheel only animal leather part

430 l trunk

216 1, 5 l 3 cyl 120 hp FWD
220 1, 5 l 3 cyl 170 hp MHEV 7, 9 s FWD (65 kg lighter than 3 Series 320i)
223 2, 0 l 4 cyl 218 hp MHEV (EU) AWD
228 2, 0 l 4 cyl (US entry) 245 hp FWD/AWD
M235 2, 0 l 4 cyl 300 hp or 317 hp in NA 4, 9 s AWD 4, 7 s US figure (20 kg lighter than 3 Series 330i xDrive, acceleration between 330i and M340i)

218d 2, 0 l 4 cyl 150 hp 9, 3 s FWD
220d 2, 0 l 4 cyl 163 hp MHEV 8, 0 s FWD

36.500 Euro entry
60.000 M235 + 6.500 Extras
39.000 USD - 49.000 USD M235 plus extras

330i 45, 500 USD (5000-6000 Euro more expensive)

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[Krsnakp]

Front of the car is disappointing. Not very asthetically designed. Front looks like hiding new design wallpaper underneath. Small headlights ratio to bonnet size.

[brunomadeira]

If the 1 series was still riding on a proper BMW platform it would indeed be an interest question. Considering it isn't there's nothing to see there.