BMW 2 Series Active Tourer/Gran Tourer | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | BMW |
Production | 2014–present |
Assembly | Germany: Leipzig (BMW Leipzig Plant, F45); Regensburg (F46) China: Tiexi, Shenyang (BBA, F45 only) |
Designer | Michael de Bono |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact executive MPV (M) |
Body style | |
Layout | |
Platform | BMW UKL2 platform |
Related | |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Electric motor | 65 kW (87 hp) Permanent-magnet synchronous motor |
Transmission |
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Hybrid drivetrain | PHEV (225xe) |
Battery | lithium-ion high-voltage (7.7 kWh; 2017 / 10.0 kWh; 2020) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) (Active Tourer) 2,780 mm (109.4 in) (Gran Tourer) |
Length | 4,342 mm (170.9 in) (Active Tourer) 4,556 mm (179.4 in) (Gran Tourer) |
Width | 1,800 mm (70.9 in) |
Height | 1,555 mm (61.2 in) (Active Tourer) 1,641 mm (64.6 in) (Gran Tourer) |
Curb weight |
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45 model code) is a two-row compact MPV produced by BMW since August 2014. The closely related BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46 model code) is a longer three-row version which began production in 2015. Marketed as part of the 2 Series range, the F45/F46 are based on the front-wheel-drive UKL2 platform. The design is based on the BMW Concept Active Tourer, and is mechanically related to the MINI Countryman, also built by BMW.
The F45/F46 are the first front-wheel drive vehicles sold under the BMW marque, designed to compete directly with the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. Sales commenced in November 2014. An all-wheel-drive xDrive system is offered as an option.
Pre-production concepts
BMW Concept Active Tourer (2012)
BMW Active Tourer is a plug in hybrid concept vehicle with 1.5 litre turbo three cylinder petrol engine derived from BMW six cylinder engines and a synchronous electric motor, lithium-ion battery, High Reflection Silver body colour, front tilted BMW radiator grille, twin headlines with LED positioning lights (eyebrows) stretching far back into the side panels, multi faceted front apron, integrated door openers, contrasted side sills with rising shadow line, twenty inch wheels.
It also features rear light clusters running well into the side panel, a panorama sunroof with electronically adjustable brightness, 40:20:40 split rear backrests, centrally located vertical metal track is integrated in the back of the front seats, multifunction instrument display with 10.25 inch integrated screen, multicolour Head Up Display with brightness automatically adapts to the light available, navigation system with an eight inch display, ECO PRO mode with coasting mode.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2012 Paris Motor Show,[3][4][5][6] followed by the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show in 2013,[7] and the Auto Shanghai 2013.[8]
BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor (2013)
It is a version of BMW Concept Active Tourer with transversely mounted 1.5 litre petrol engine with front wheel drive, plug in hybrid with electric motor, Gold Race Orange body colour, MoonWhite and MoonRock Grey interior leather upholstery, a carrier system for two bicycles (integrated into the interior).[9][10]
The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 OutDoor in Friedrichshafen,[11] followed by the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show,[12][13] followed by the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show.[14][15]
Production version
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45)
The vehicle was unveiled in the 84th Geneva International Motor Show 2014,[16] followed by the 2014 Canadian International Auto Show,[17] 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014,[18] and 22nd Auto Mobil International Leipzig 2014.[19]
Early models included 218i, 225i, 218d (150PS).[20][21] 220d (190PS) was set to arrive in September 2014, followed by 220i (192PS) in November 2014.[22]
Early models for the United Kingdom included 218i (100 kW), 218d (104 kW). From November 2014, M Sport specification (including 18 inch M Sport alloy wheels, Dakota leather upholstery, High gloss Shadowline exterior trim, Aluminium hexagon interior trim, M Sport aerodynamic styling, M Sport suspension and M Sport interior styling enhancements) becomes available.[23][24]
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer M Sport Package includes exclusive Estoril Blue body colour, M Aerodynamics package, M Sport suspension, 17 or 18-inch M light alloy wheels, M leather steering wheel. The 225i Active Tourer with M Sport Package was unveiled in the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.[25] Production at the BMW Brilliance plant in Shenyang, China started in Q1 of 2016, with the first sales recorded in March. The Chinese version has different engines: the 216i has a 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 single scroll turbo with 85 kW (114 hp), the 218i has the same engine with 113 kW (152 hp), both mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox. The 220i has a 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin scroll turbo with 159 kW (213 hp) and an eight speed automatic gearbox.[26]
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2015 BMW 220i Active Tourer (pre-facelift)
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2019 BMW 225xe Active Tourer M Sport Premium (facelift)
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2019 BMW 225xe Active Tourer M Sport Premium (facelift)
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Interior
BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46)
The 2 Series Gran Tourer is a long wheelbase, three-row version, which was released in June 2015. It is the first and the only three-row MPV ever produced by BMW. Compared to the Active Tourer, its wheelbase is lengthened by 110 mm (4.3 in) to 2,780 mm (109.4 in) in order to fit the third-row seating, which folds flat. A two-row version is also offered as the base option for some models. At launch, the vehicle is offered with Advantage, Sport Line, Luxury Line and M Sport trim levels in Europe.[27]
A 645 L (22.8 cu ft) of cargo space is available in the standard five-seat variant, which can be expanded to 805 L (28.4 cu ft) by sliding the rear seats forward. With the third-row seating option, the boot space decreases to 560 L (19.8 cu ft) with the last row folded down flat to the floor.[27]
Next-generation BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (U08)
Slated for its world debut sometime in the near future, the next-generation 2 Series Active Tourer was leaked in a sole promo image showing the new front end with a larger kidney grille, flatter bonnet and door-mounted side mirrors.[28]
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BMW 218d Gran Tourer Advantage (pre-facelift)
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BMW 218d Gran Tourer Advantage (pre-facelift)
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2018 BMW 220d Gran Tourer xDrive M Sport (pre-facelift)
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2018 BMW 220d Gran Tourer xDrive M Sport (pre-facelift)
Specifications
Engines
Model | Years | Type/code | Power, torque at rpm |
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216i | 2016– | 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 single-scroll turbo (B38A15M0) | 90 kW (121 hp) at 4,100–6,000 rpm, 190 N⋅m (140 lb⋅ft) at 1,250 rpm[29] |
218i | 2014–2018 | 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 single-scroll turbo (B38A15M0) | 100 kW (134 hp) at 4,500–6,000 rpm, 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,250 rpm |
218i | 2018- | 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 single-scroll turbo (B38A15M1) | 104 kW (139 hp) at 1,250rpm, 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,250 rpm |
220i | 2014– | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin-scroll turbo (B48B20) | 141 kW (189 hp) at 5,000–6,000 rpm, 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) at 1,350 rpm |
225i | 2014– | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin-scroll turbo (B48B20) | 170 kW (228 hp) at 5,000–6,000 rpm, 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,250 rpm |
225xe PHEV | 2015– | 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 twin-scroll turbo (B38A15M0 Hybrid) + electric motor | 100 kW (134 hp) at 4,400–6,000 rpm , 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,250–4,300 rpm (Engine) 65 kW (87 hp), 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) (Electric Motor) 165 kW (221 hp), 385 N⋅m (284 lb⋅ft) (Combined) |
Model | Years | Type/code | Power, torque at rpm |
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214d | 2014–2018 | 1,496 cc (91.3 cu in) I3 turbo (B37C15) | 70 kW (94 hp) at 4,000 rpm, 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,750–2,250 rpm |
216d | 2014– | 1,496 cc (91.3 cu in) I3 turbo (B37D15) | 85 kW (114 hp) at 4,000 rpm, 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm |
218d | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (B47D20) | 110 kW (148 hp) at 4,000 rpm, 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm |
220d | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (B47D20) | 140 kW (188 hp) at 4,000 rpm, 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm |
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