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BMW 2 Series G42

Headline trim: M240i xDrive — 374 bhp, 0-62 in 4.3s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
374 bhp
0–60
4.3 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
28 mpg (US)
Used
$36,000-$66,000

Strengths

  • Coupé only — focused product
  • M240i fast
  • Cabin step on

Weaknesses

  • No Convertible
  • Run-flat tyres
  • iDrive 7

Notable tech

  • CLAR platform
  • RWD with xDrive optional
  • Coupé only
  • M2 above (covered separately)
  • B48/B58 petrol
  • iDrive 7 → 8
  • xDrive only on M240i

Common issues

  • B48 oil leaks
  • iDrive 7 software
  • Run-flat tyres

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across G42's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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220i 2.0
BHP184
Torque300 Nm
0–607.5 s
Top146 mph
MPG (US)37 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox8AT
230i 2.0
BHP245
Torque400 Nm
0–605.9 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)35 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox8AT
M240i 3.0 inline-6 xDrive
BHP374
Torque500 Nm
0–604.3 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)28 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT
220d 2.0 diesel
BHP190
Torque400 Nm
0–606.9 s
Top146 mph
MPG (US)48 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox8AT