2020 BMW 2 Series Specifications Overview
The 2020 BMW 2 Series is certified across 16 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (S8) or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Subcompact Cars / Compact Cars size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 1st Generation (F22/F23) vehicle family.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (16)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230i Coupe Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 230i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 228i xDrive Gran Coupe Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M235i xDrive Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 230i Coupe Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i Coupe M Performance Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i xDrive Coupe M Performance Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i Coupe Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i xDrive Coupe Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i xDrive Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 230i xDrive Coupe Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 230i xDrive Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i Coupe M Performance Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i Coupe Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| M240i Convertible Subcompact Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Compact Cars
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2020 BMW 2 Series C AWD
- 2020 BMW 2 Series 2 DR AWD
- 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran 4 DR AWD
- 2020 BMW 2 Series C RWD
- 2020 BMW 2 Series 2 DR RWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
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