In a landscape where the compact luxury coupe is swiftly fading into obscurity,2 2025 BMW 2 tenaciously clings to tradition, carrying the torch forward with its audacious 2-series coupe. Unlike its flamboyant and tempestuous sibling, the M2, this refined machine offers a more nuanced equilibrium—blending poised agility with unmistakable BMW DNA in handling precision, braking prowess, and performance articulation.
The lineup is bifurcated into two discerning variants: the 230i and the…
In a landscape where the compact luxury coupe is swiftly fading into obscurity,2 2025 BMW 2 tenaciously clings to tradition, carrying the torch forward with its audacious 2-series coupe. Unlike its flamboyant and tempestuous sibling, the M2, this refined machine offers a more nuanced equilibrium—blending poised agility with unmistakable BMW DNA in handling precision, braking prowess, and performance articulation.
The lineup is bifurcated into two discerning variants: the 230i and the M240i. Both are available with either rear-wheel engagement or BMW’s signature xDrive all-wheel mastery. The 230i draws breath from a 255-horsepower turbocharged inline-four, a powerplant it shares with the Toyota Supra 2.0, allowing for brisk, calculated propulsion. In contrast, the M240i steps up with a 382-horsepower turbocharged inline-six, cloaked in “M Sport” garb rather than being a full-fledged “M” beast—but don’t mistake that for lethargy. It delivers explosive acceleration married to smooth refinement, striking a sublime chord between muscle and manners.
Manual aficionados may feel a pang of sorrow—no stick shift graces this generation. Yet despite its omission, the driving ritual remains immersive and visceral, reaffirming the 2-series’ position among the most engaging commutes on asphalt. It’s no surprise this thoroughbred coupe has earned a coveted place on the 2024 Editors’ Choice roster.
Visually, while BMW’s polarizing modernist styling has crept into its DNA, the 2-series wears it more subtly—eschewing excessive flamboyance in favor of clean coupe lineage. Its silhouette is resolutely classic, a respectful nod to Bavarian design heritage. For 2025, don’t expect seismic shifts in design philosophy; the changes are subtler—a few fresh exterior hues and revamped wheel options breathe new life into the package, without altering its essential character.
Inside, the cockpit remains a tactile blend of comfort and purposeful elegance. Materials and ergonomics strike a premium note without veering into ostentation, crafting a cabin that pampers as much as it performs.
Should your needs demand rear portals, the four-door 2-series Gran Coupe exists—but be warned, it rides on a front-wheel-centric platform, and with it comes a diluted driving communion that the two-door variant never compromises.
In sum, the BMW 2-series Coupe remains a gem within its class—refined yet raucous when beckoned—earning its rightful return to the 2025 Editors’ Choice echelon.