BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe hits Indian roads --Check features, price, pics

BMW India has launched the first-ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé in the country. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the car is available in a diesel variant at all BMW India dealerships from today onwards. The petrol variant will be launched later. The car has front-wheel-drive architecture in which the engine is positioned transversely, thereby saving space without compromising on the driving dynamics. To reduce understeering, an ARB technology (actuator contiguous wheel slip limitation system) works in combination with DSC (Driving Stability Control). The BMW Performance Control system increases the stability of the car by targeted braking of the wheels.

The first-ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is available in two diesel design variants which are locally produced. The petrol variant will be launched later. The car has been launched at attractive introductory prices (ex-showroom) as: BMW 220d Sport Line: Rs 39.30 lakh, BMW 220d M Sport: Rs 41.40 lakh.

The most powerful engine in the category offers superlative performance and acceleration. BMW TwinPower Turbo diesel engine melds maximum power with exemplary efficiency and offers spontaneous responsiveness even at low engine speeds. The two-litre four-cylinder diesel engine of the BMW 220d produces an output of 190 hp and a maximum torque of 400 Nm at 1,750 – 2,500 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 -100 km / hr in just 7.5 seconds.

The standout characteristic is its stretched silhouette, four frameless doors and prominent shoulders with side taper at the C-pillar which gives it a sporty, low and broad-set stance. Slightly angled full-LED headlights form the prominent BMW four-eyed face and draw attention to the BMW kidney grille giving a fresh interpretation to the classic BMW icons. The full-LED tail-lights extend into the centre of the rear end and provide an all-new take on the familiar BMW ‘L’ shape with a single slim light element and a distinctive sweep to the side.

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is available in four exciting colours - Alpine White (non-metallic) and in following metallic paintworks – Black Sapphire, Melbourne Red and Storm Bay. Sport Line is exclusively available in Seaside Blue colour also. The M Sport variant is available in two additional exclusive colours - Misano Blue and Snapper Rocks. The choice of upholstery combinations includes Sensatec Oyster | Black and Sensatec Black | Black.

Despite its sporty appearance, the interior is designed to accentuate cabin spaciousness and the driver-focused cockpit with exquisite materials. The newly designed Sport Seats with electrical memory function offer greater long-distance comfort. The elegant coupé form with generous cabin space welcomes the rear passengers with easy entry and ample kneeroom. Adding to the sense of space is the standard large panorama glass sunroof. 

The first-ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé adapts perfectly to a dynamic lifestyle and also to personal taste. This is visible through a choice of attractive design variants – the Sport Line and M Sport. Each variant has distinguished exterior and interior design elements creating an individual personality. Sport Line celebrates the gust of adrenaline with sporty style and self-confidence. M Sport bestows a masculine character with distinguished 'M' design elements evoking the racing spirit. The first-ever BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé offers many features like Panorama Glass Sunroof, Parking Assist with Reverse Assist, Illuminated Interior Trim, BMW Live Cockpit Professional, Gesture Control, Wireless Charging and BMW Virtual Assistant among others.