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BMW 2 Series 2015–2021 (F22)
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- Price
- $32,100–$48,500
- MPG
- 28
- Strength: Strong driving fun
- Strength: Strong cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Poor passenger space
- Watch-out: Below-average running costs
How it scores for you10 scores
One of the last honest small BMWs — a balanced rear-drive coupe whose driver appeal outweighs its snug rear seats and plain tech.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 2 of its 8 recalls were serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,900 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 39% of cars we track.
13.8 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 80% of other coupes we track.
Rear seats are occasional-use and the cabin is narrow, though front-seat room is fine for the class.
The F22 is the modern 2002 — balanced RWD chassis and eager engines; one of the best-driving affordable BMWs of its era.
Period iDrive is intuitive but the cabin is plain and driver aids are sparse by post-2020 standards.
Firm but livable ride and solid front seats; road noise and a small cabin fit the compact-coupe mold.
Luxury brands like BMW tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls10 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
10 recalls · 1 common complaint area across 2015–2021
- Engine and engine cooling — 9 complaints (2016)
- Recall — Structure: body: roof and pillars (2021)
- Recall — Seat belts (2021)
2021
- RecallStructure: body: roof and pillars21V342000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 BMW 230i and M240i vehicles. Supports within the roof liner may be insecurely attached.
- RecallSeat belts21V554000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (2
2020
- RecallAirbags: knee bolster19V352000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and asse
2019
- RecallAirbags: knee bolster19V352000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and asse
2018
- RecallElectrical: instrument cluster/panel17V719000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wi
- RecallEngine and engine cooling: engine18V465000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018,
2017
No recorded issues.
2016
- RecallElectrical: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles; engine and engine cooling: cooling system: pump24V608000
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 201
- Complaint clusterEngine and engine cooling9 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time f
2015
- RecallAirbags: side/window24V288000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive, M4), and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe (428i, 42
- RecallElectrical: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles; engine and engine cooling: cooling system: pump24V608000
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 201
- RecallAirbags: side/window: head25V871000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive), and 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i, M235i xDrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fai
Cost to own$24,800 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$32,100–$48,500
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,900/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
24
Highway MPG
35
Combined MPG
28
Horsepower
240 hp
Doors
2
Cargo volume
13.8 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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