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3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD
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BMW 2 Series Base (2016) price & specs
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Overview
The 2016 BMW 2 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the Australian market on 5th July 2016 classified as a F23. The BMW 2 Series is regarded as a sports car built in Germany with prices starting at $86,215 before on-road costs.
This BMW 2 Series is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 240 kW of power (at 5800 rpm) and 450 Nm of torque (at 1300 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the 2 Series Base uses 8.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 199g of CO2. It has a 52L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 612km per full tank
The BMW 2 Series measures 1403mm (55.2 inches) in height, 4454mm (175.4 inches) in length, 1774mm (69.8 inches) in width with a 2690mm (105.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1675kg (3692.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The 2 Series Base comes standard with 225/35 R18 front tyres and 245/35 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
84.11 - 156.86 kW/t
70.74 kW/t
252.86 kW/t
Boot Space
280 - 390 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.4 - 8.5 L/100km
4.3 L/100km
12 L/100km
Vehicle Range
612 - 1,180 km
396 km
1,500 km
Price
$48,900 - $86,500
$24,190
$502,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
20,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 - 5 years
3 years
10 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,860 - 2,050 kg
1,141 kg
2,585 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,500 kg
1,200 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
130 - 140 mm
108 mm
149 mm
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Dimensions
4,454 mm
1,774 mm
1,403 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,454 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,774 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,403 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm |
| Load Capacity | 355 mm |
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Explore BMW 2 Series Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Traction Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 8.8
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Phone: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 199
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 2979
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N55b30o0
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.6
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.7
Main Capacity (L): 52
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 8.8
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 612
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 380
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 326
Maximum Power (kW): 240
Maximum Torque (Nm): 450
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1300
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Transmission
Code: K
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: F20
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 280
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.7
Front Track (mm): 1516
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 130
Overall Height (in): 55.2
Overall Height (mm): 1403
Overall Length (in): 175.4
Overall Length (mm): 4454
Overall Width (in): 69.8
Overall Width (mm): 1774
Rear Track (in): 60.4
Rear Track (mm): 1534
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 105.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2690
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1028
Rear Headroom (in): 37.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 940
Front Hip Room (in): 56.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1436
Rear Hip Room (in): 43.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1104
Front Leg Room (in): 41.5
Front Leg Room (mm): 1055
Rear Leg Room (in): 31.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 807
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1383
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 42.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1072
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Roof Soft Colour: Grey
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2030
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4475
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1675
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3693
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 7
Subwoofer: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Handbrake Grip: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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