Hey from MY BMW World 2025, which is like BMW Malaysia’s very personal motor present. Right here at Sentul Depot, you’ll discover all the things BMW, from EVs to M automobiles and all the things in between. Loads of new metallic too, and we’ll kick off the string of launch experiences with the second-generation 2 Collection Gran Coupe (2GC).
The F74 2GC first surfaced in October final 12 months and the worldwide media drive was held in February, so BMW wasted no time in bringing this one in, and in CKD regionally assembled type no much less. The unique F44 2GC was launched right here in 2020 and BMW Malaysia tells us that they’ve bought over 4,500 models in 4 years, exceeding their expectations.
Like earlier than, we’re getting the 2GC in 218 type – now with out the ‘i’ in accordance to Munich’s new naming conference. The 218 Gran Coupe Sport is priced at an estimated RM241,000 on-the-road with out insurance coverage, with BMW’s BSRI five-year prolonged guarantee and repair package deal. By the best way, the ultimate version of the F44 went for RM244,400 with BSRI, so there’s a slight discount.
The 2GC is only a contact bigger than earlier than. Whereas the two,670 mm wheelbase and 1,800 mm width are unchanged, total size is up by 20 mm to 4,546 mm, and top is up 25 mm to 1,445 mm. Boot quantity is unchanged at 430 litres. The gentle hybrid 220 we drove in Spain needed to share cargo area with an additional battery that lowered quantity to 360L, however there’s no sacrifice for the pure ICE.
This face is all-new to us in Malaysia as we don’t get the newest F70 1 Collection hatchback, which debut in mid-2024. Like its hatch sister, there’s a ‘two-tier’ association for the headlamps and grille – the slim ‘eyes’ (Adaptive LEDs with vertical DRLs) sit a good bit larger than the kidney grille, which accommodates vertical and diagonal bars.
The F74’s profile is characterised by rising strains that meet a easy sloping roof that places the ‘Coupe’ within the title. A pleasant contact is the ‘2’ embossed within the Hofmeister kink, as per the newest 5 Collection.
The again of the brand new 2GC additionally differs vastly from the one we all know. They’ve gone for a extra typical look this time, with a nicely outlined ‘brow’ with the BMW brand, and the quantity plate and taillights housed one ground beneath.
We have been advised on the media drive that the rear brand has been enlarged for this software (there’s a whole lot of top to cowl right here), and it grew to become a kind of issues that you just gained’t discover, however as soon as conscious of, can’t unsee. Additional down, there aren’t any seen pipes, that are reserved for the quad-tipped M235 xDrive with 300 hp.
By the best way, we’re getting the F74 in Sport trim, together with ‘satin aluminium’ trim, 18-inch Y-spoke two-tone alloys and gloss black mirror caps. We anticipated M Sport (the F44 was M Sport-only), however maybe BMW is retaining the sportiest trim stage for a later date.
Open the coupe-style frameless doorways and also you’ll be greeted by a cabin that’s extra trendy and minimalist than earlier than. Taking centrestage is the gorgeous BMW Curved Show, which integrates a ten.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a ten.7-inch central display screen. The brains behind the display screen is the newest BMW Working System 9 with QuickSelect, which gives smartphone-style navigation, personalised widgets and voice command.
To ship this clear, minimalist look, BMW deleted the 2 rows of bodily buttons – HVAC and audio – beneath the air conditioning vents, which itself is now only a hole (the controls are tucked away beneath). The job cuts lengthen to the centre console, which sees the axing of two major components.
No extra iDrive controller (all touchscreen now) and conventional gear lever (changed by a notch) – the area vacated by the iDrive dial now homes audio controls. It’s a bit odd that the gear selector and push begin in right-hand-drive automobiles are nearer to the passenger than driver although.
The 218 Sport is provided with Sports activities entrance seats (electrical with reminiscence), perforated Veganza vegan leather-based upholstery, a three-spoke Sport steering wheel, Aluminium Graphite trim with backlit illumination, a wi-fi charging tray, automated air conditioning with rear vents and anti-dazzle mirrors, amongst different goodies.
Beneath the hood (which begins additional again than ordinary) is a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine with 156 hp and 230 Nm of torque. Like earlier than, it is a transversely-mounted B38, however on a Miller cycle and designed with thermodynamic effectivity in thoughts. Paired to a seven-speed Steptronic dual-clutch transmission sending drive to the entrance wheels, acceleration from 0–100 km/h is achieved in 8.6 seconds, on to a high velocity of 230 km/h.
The previous-generation 218i had 140 PS, 220 Nm, a 0-100 km/h time of 8.7 seconds and high velocity of 213 km/h, so we’re taking a look at good points in all columns.
BMW says that the chassis options nearly fully new elements for enhanced agility and management. The suspension (entrance MacPherson struts, three-link rear axle) now comes with ‘extremely pre-stressed stabilisers’ and optimised axle kinematics. The ARB (actuator-related wheel slip limitation) system enhances traction by responding inside milliseconds, whereas the usual suspension tune (not the M Sport’s ‘adaptive’ frequency selective dampers) “delivers a balanced, composed journey throughout diverse highway surfaces,” BMW says.
“Each ingredient of the chassis has been fine-tuned to protect the unmistakable driving really feel that defines the BMW expertise, whereas retaining the spirited and fascinating character that has lengthy set the BMW 2 Collection Gran Coupe aside within the premium compact class,” the corporate added in its native launch. Learn our drive impressions right here.
The 2GC comes with BMW’s Driving Assistant pack that features Lane Change Warning, Pace Restrict Information, Rear Crossing Visitors Alert with brake intervention and Exit Warning. There’s additionally Reverse Emergency Braking and Predictive Ahead Collision Warning. Parking Assistant consists of Reversing Assistant as much as 50 metres and a Reversing Help Digital camera. No point out of adaptive cruise management (ACC) although.
Lastly, digital. BMW Reside Cockpit Plus with BMW OS 9 gives a smartphone-inspired interface that works along with BMW Clever Private Assistant. BMW Digital Premium turns your automotive right into a cell leisure hub with video streaming and music providers. There’s additionally BMW Digital Key Plus that utilises your telephone as a key.
Exterior color choices are Alpine White, Black Sapphire and the distinctive Cape York Inexperienced you see right here. All include black Veganza upholstery. The BMW 218 Gran Coupe Sport is priced at an estimated RM241,000 on-the-road with out insurance coverage, with the BSRI five-year prolonged guarantee and repair package deal. What do you consider the brand new 2GC’s seems to be and package deal?
GALLERY: 2025 BMW 218 Gran Coupe Sport in Malaysia
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