All-new 2022 BMW 2 Series Coupe is the last of the 'classic' format BMWs

After numerous leaks and spyshots, here it is in all its glory – the all-new 2022 BMW 2 Series Coupe that will be premiering at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK. As the electric future looms, this could very well be the last of its kind – a two-door sports car powered by combustion engine.

The 2021 BMW 2 Series Coupe rides on the CLAR platform which boasts a 12 percent increase in torsional rigidity compared to its predecessor. BMW also says it has a near 50/50 weight distribution for the perfect balance.

It’s grown larger than before and is now even bigger than the E46 3 Series. The 2021 BMW 2 Series Coupe measures 4,537 mm long (+105 mm), 1,838 mm wide (+64 mm), and 1,390 mm tall (-28 mm) with a wheelbase measuring 2,741 mm (+51 mm).

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Being a compact rear-wheel drive coupe, it retains the classic 3-box shape with a long bonnet and short overhangs. The design language revolves around triangular forms and diagonal lines.

Unlike the BMW 4 Series, the kidney grille stretches horizontally and has controllable flaps that open on demand. Full LED headlights are standard fitment while Adaptive LED headlights are optional.

At launch in Europe, two petrol engine options will be offered – 220i with the B48 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and M240i with the B58 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbocharged engine. The BMW 220i has 184 PS / 300 Nm while the M240i gets 374 PS / 500 Nm.

Both engines are paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Power goes to the rear wheels exclusively in the BMW 220i and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The BMW M240i features the xDrive all-wheel drive system and does the century sprint in 4.3 seconds.

A 245 PS version of the B48 engine will be seen in the BMW 230i, which is set to join the range in 2022.

Like the G20 3 Series, it gets lift-related dampers as standard that is said to enhance both sportiness and comfort. Adaptive M suspension along with the M Sport limited-slip differential are optional equipment.

At first glance towards the inside, the dashboard appears to borrow heavily from the G20 3 Series with angular and trapezoidal elements. The biggest differentiating factor would be the door cards with the prominent grab handles.

The standard BMW Live Cockpit gets an 8.8-inch touchscreen display running on BMW OS 7 and a 5.1-inch display in the analogue instrument cluster. The optional BMW Live Cockpit Professional features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a larger 10.25-inch infotainment display.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity are supported, while the Remote Software Upgrades function allows improved vehicle functions and additional digital services to be imported into the car over the air.

Standard advanced safety equipment includes front-collision warning, Speed Limit Info, Lane Departure Warning and Cruise Control with brake function.

The Driving Assistant package features Lane Change Warning, Rear Collision Prevention and rear crossing traffic warning, Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, and Reversing Assistant.