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Mint
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe launched in India at ₹46.90 Lakh. Here's everything you should know…
BMW India has launched the new 2 Series Gran Coupe in India, with prices starting at ₹ 46.90 lakh (ex-showroom). For a sportier version, however, the 218 M Sport Pro variant buyers will have to shell out ₹ 48.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Both variants will be locally assembled at BMW Group's Chennai plant and are now available for booking, with deliveries starting immediately. Positioned in the premium compact sedan segment, the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe competes with the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine, Audi A3 Sedan, and Toyota Camry. BMW is offering the car exclusively with a petrol powertrain in India this time. The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine produces 156 hp and 230 Nm, with a claimed 0 to 100 kmph time of 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 230 kmph. Compared to its predecessor, the second-generation model has increased slightly in size, being 20mm longer at 4546mm and 25mm taller at 1445mm, while preserving its Gran Coupe silhouette. A notable feature is BMW's illuminated Iconic Glow Kidney Grille, complemented by adaptive LED headlights and newly designed taillights with vertically aligned LED elements. Other design details include M-specific styling elements such as large air intakes, high-gloss shadow line trim, a black rear diffuser, and standard 18-inch Y-spoke M light alloy wheels. BMW has revised the suspension setup for this generation, aiming for improved ride quality on Indian roads while maintaining sporty handling. Ground clearance has been slightly increased, and modifications to the body structure are said to enhance chassis rigidity. The vehicle also features a Sport Boost function that temporarily sharpens power delivery using the steering wheel paddle shifters. The 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe now packs a new design as well as updated technology. Inside, the vehicle boasts a fully redesigned cabin featuring BMW's latest Curved Display with iDrive 9 and QuickSelect menus. The system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and is paired with a 205-watt Harman Kardon sound system. The seats are upholstered in vegan Veganza material in Mocha or Oyster shades, reflecting BMW's efforts towards sustainable interiors. Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, head-up display with augmented view, and ambient lighting with customisable Welcome and Goodbye animations. Key features include the BMW Digital Key Plus, which enables unlocking via compatible smartphones or smartwatches and sharing access with up to 17 iOS users or 4 Android users. BMW Driving Assistant adds lane change warning, front and rear collision warning, while Parking Assistant Plus offers surround-view cameras and a reversing assistant that memorises the last 50 metres driven. Standard safety features include DSC, cornering brake control, electric parking brake with auto hold, and ISOFIX mounts for child seats. Available exterior colours include Brooklyn Grey Metallic, Portimao Blue Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, and Alpine White. The vehicle offers two interior upholstery shades: Veganza Perforated Mocha and Oyster.
Mint
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe launched in India at ₹46.90 Lakh. Here's everything you should know…
BMW India has launched the new 2 Series Gran Coupe in India, with prices starting at ₹ 46.90 lakh (ex-showroom). For a sportier version, however, the 218 M Sport Pro variant buyers will have to shell out ₹ 48.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Both variants will be locally assembled at BMW Group's Chennai plant and are now available for booking, with deliveries starting immediately. Positioned in the premium compact sedan segment, the new BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe competes with the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine, Audi A3 Sedan, and Toyota Camry. BMW is offering the car exclusively with a petrol powertrain in India this time. The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine produces 156 hp and 230 Nm, with a claimed 0 to 100 kmph time of 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 230 kmph. Compared to its predecessor, the second-generation model has increased slightly in size, being 20mm longer at 4546mm and 25mm taller at 1445mm, while preserving its Gran Coupe silhouette. A notable feature is BMW's illuminated Iconic Glow Kidney Grille, complemented by adaptive LED headlights and newly designed taillights with vertically aligned LED elements. Other design details include M-specific styling elements such as large air intakes, high-gloss shadow line trim, a black rear diffuser, and standard 18-inch Y-spoke M light alloy wheels. BMW has revised the suspension setup for this generation, aiming for improved ride quality on Indian roads while maintaining sporty handling. Ground clearance has been slightly increased, and modifications to the body structure are said to enhance chassis rigidity. The vehicle also features a Sport Boost function that temporarily sharpens power delivery using the steering wheel paddle shifters. The 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe now packs a new design as well as updated technology. Inside, the vehicle boasts a fully redesigned cabin featuring BMW's latest Curved Display with iDrive 9 and QuickSelect menus. The system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and is paired with a 205-watt Harman Kardon sound system. The seats are upholstered in vegan Veganza material in Mocha or Oyster shades, reflecting BMW's efforts towards sustainable interiors. Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, head-up display with augmented view, and ambient lighting with customisable Welcome and Goodbye animations. Key features include the BMW Digital Key Plus, which enables unlocking via compatible smartphones or smartwatches and sharing access with up to 17 iOS users or 4 Android users. BMW Driving Assistant adds lane change warning, front and rear collision warning, while Parking Assistant Plus offers surround-view cameras and a reversing assistant that memorises the last 50 metres driven. Standard safety features include DSC, cornering brake control, electric parking brake with auto hold, and ISOFIX mounts for child seats. Available exterior colours include Brooklyn Grey Metallic, Portimao Blue Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, and Alpine White. The vehicle offers two interior upholstery shades: Veganza Perforated Mocha and Oyster. BMW offers various service plans under Service Inclusive and Service Inclusive Plus, starting from 3 years/40,000 km, with warranty extensions available up to 10 years. Financing options through BMW Financial Services start at ₹ 35,000 per month, including guaranteed buyback schemes.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe launched in India, starts at ₹46.90 lakh. Check details
The 2025 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe double down on style and tech, while losing its more powerful engine Check Offers The 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has been launched in India at a starting price of ₹ 46.90 lakh (ex-showroom), for the base 218 M Sport variant. Meanwhile the 218 M Sport Pro variant has been priced at ₹ 48.90 lakh. All the prices are ex-showroon. The bookings for the entry-luxury sedan commenced a few weeks back through BMW's official website as well as authorised dealerships across India. Manufactured at the company's Chennai plant, the updated 2 Series Gran Coupe takes on rivals like the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine, Audi A3 Sedan, and Toyota Camry in the premium compact sedan segment. 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Design The updated BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe sports a refreshed exterior that leans heavily into the brand's evolving sporty design language. The front fascia is now smaller and more aggressive, with a flat nose, peeled-back LED headlamps, and bonnet creases that jut out aggressively, meeting at the grille and giving it a more muscular stance. Also Read : New-Gen BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe First Drive Review - More substance with style In profile, the coupe features bigger wheel arches that add to its road presence, and at the rear, it is characterized by boldly styled LED taillamps that run horizontally to make the car look wider. In terms of practicality, the coupe offers 430 litres of boot space, making it reasonably accommodating for a car with a sporty silhouette. 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Features Inside, the new 2 Series Gran Coupe has been comprehensively updated to reflect BMW's modern interior layout, consistent with its newer sedans. The dashboard itself includes a curved display unit that accommodates both the touchscreen infotainment and the all-digital driver's display, both of which operate on the latest brand operating system. Part of the luxury treatment is the presence of ambient lighting bars that both enhance the cabin's look while also varying in color according to interior temperature settings—blue for cold and red for hot, providing functionality as well as panache. The incorporation of high-end materials and de-cluttered dash arrangement reflects BMW's dedication to high-endness and driver-centricity. Also watch: Exclusive: India-bound BMW 2 Series Grand Coupe | Design, features, engine, specs | Launch timeline 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Specs Under the bonnet, the facelifted 2 Series Gran Coupe sports a 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with mild-hybrid technology. It produces 154 bhp and 230 Nm of torque, with the help of an additional 20 bhp under acceleration from the electric motor. The mild-hybrid assistance propels the coupe from 0 to 100 kmph in 8.6 seconds. The car rides on a front-wheel-drive platform, and BMW says it stiffened up the chassis for improved dynamics. With stiffer front springs and multi-valve dampers, the new setup will provide a smoother ride and better cornering capability—something long associated with BMW buyers. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 17 Jul 2025, 13:45 pm IST
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
BMW launches second-gen 2 Series Gran Coupe in India at ₹46.9 lakh
BMW India has introduced the new generation of its 2 Series Gran Coupé in the country, priced from ₹46.9 lakh (ex-showroom). The new model, locally assembled at BMW's Chennai facility, is available exclusively with a petrol powertrain and comes in two variants—218 M Sport and 218 M Sport Pro, the latter priced at ₹48.9 lakh. The latest 2 Series Gran Coupé features refreshed styling, a larger footprint, and an upgraded interior. Exterior updates include BMW's illuminated Iconic Glow Kidney grille, adaptive LED headlamps, redesigned bumpers, and 18-inch alloy wheels with M Sport detailing. The coupe has grown 20 mm in length and 25 mm in height over its predecessor, while maintaining a sporty stance. Design Inside, the cabin gets a new curved widescreen display, BMW's Operating System 9 with touch and voice controls, Veganza synthetic leather upholstery, and illuminated trim. The M Sport Pro variant also includes a panoramic sunroof, Harman Kardon audio system, and head-up display with augmented reality. The new model comes powered by a 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, producing 156 hp and 230 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. BMW claims a 0–100 km/h time of 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h. BMW says the new model includes enhancements to the chassis and suspension for improved handling and ride comfort. Safety features include driver assistance systems like Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, and Parking Assistant Plus with a 3D view.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
New BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Launched In India At Rs 46.90 Lakh
BMW Group India has launched the 2 Series Gran Coupe in the Indian market. This is the second generation of the car and will be available with only a petrol powertrain. It comes in two variants: the 218 M Sport and the 218 M Sport Pro, priced at Rs 46.90 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 48.90 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is based on the UKL2 platform of the brand, which was also used for its predecessor. This means that the vehicle's wheelbase remains at 2,670 mm, and its width at 1,800 mm. It is to be noted that the overall length has been increased by 20 mm, totaling 4,546 mm, while the height has increased by 25 mm to 1,445 mm. This leads to a cargo capacity of 430 liters. Beyond its dimensions, the design has received some changes. The car now features a more aggressive appearance, accentuated by adaptive LED headlights and a backlit grille. With the M Sport package, the vehicle displays a sporty bumper design along with darker accents. This is further complemented by the standard 18-inch alloy wheels. On the inside, the BMW 218 Gran Coupe M Sport features brand's characteristic minimalist style is on full display. A notable element is the curved glass panel that connects the 10.7-inch infotainment screen to the 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, which is angled towards the driver for better visibility. These screens operate on BMW's latest OS9 software. The upholstery for seats and doors comes in a consistent dark mocha brown color, although there are multiple upholstery choices available. A panoramic sunroof is included as standard, along with features such as a wireless charger, compatibility for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 360-degree camera, a heads-up display with augmented automatic parking features, an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), and a digital key that allows remote control of essential functions like locking/unlocking, pre-cooling the cabin, and accessing the trunk. Initially, the second-generation 2 Series Gran Coupe will only be available in petrol versions. Under the hood resides a 1.5-liter, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that generates 156 hp and 230 Nm of torque, with power transmitted to the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. With this power, the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds, while its top speed is capped at 230 km/h.
