2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Check out 5 key highlights of the new luxury coupe
BMW has updated its entry-level luxury sedan, the 2 Series Gran Coupe, for 2025. Priced from ₹ 46.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the new model gets a range of changes in design, features, and mechanical setup. Manufactured locally at BMW's Chennai plant, the updated 2 Series Gran Coupe continues to compete in the premium compact sedan segment against rivals like the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine and Audi A3 Sedan. While the updates aren't radical, they reflect BMW's current design language and technology focus, aiming to keep the model fresh in a competitive segment.
Here are five key things to know about the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe:
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Inside, the cabin gets a comprehensive layout update. A curved panel integrates both the digital driver's display and the touchscreen infotainment system, now powered by BMW's latest operating system. The system supports over-the-air updates, connected car features, and improved voice control. The dashboard is cleaner and more minimal, with physical buttons reduced to a minimum. Ambient lighting bars now change colour based on cabin temperature, blue when cold, red when warm, offering both aesthetic and functional appeal. Materials and textures used in the cabin have also been improved, with soft-touch surfaces and a more upmarket finish throughout.
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