BMW 230i Coupe Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ก.ค. 2022
- I recently spent about a week and a half with the BMW 230i Coupe, and during that time I really got the chance to know the 230i and I came away happier with the little four-cylinder version of the 2 Series than with the full-on M240i variant. Why? Because it brings BMW back to basics. Or at least as much as possible.
The BMW 230i Coupe is the entry-level 2 Series in the United States, packing a 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It makes a healthy 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque which is plenty for the little 2 Series.
It packs nowhere near the grunt of the M240i’s B58 turbocharged straight-six, nor does it make anywhere near as good a noise, but the little four-pot “B48” is a little firecracker of a motor. All of its power is in the low-to-mid rev-range, which makes it super accessible, and it’s paired-as always-perfectly with the eight-speed ZF automatic.
Would I prefer a manual? Of course but manuals aren’t available anymore. So is it still worth buying the BMW 230i Coupe? Let's find out!
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BMW 230i or M240i?
Both
No comparison besides the look. 6cylinder vs 4 and the rest is history😁
M240i because I got one and I have almost killed myself in it countless times😂
230i m sport. 240i is pretty pricey and most roads you can’t really ring it out. 230i is plenty fast, cheaper by $10k, still dynamic driving and better gas mileage.
230i in base trim without added performance options for less than $40k. Best deal from BMW.
I have the old 1-series in a white convertible trim [E88]. My car stands out amongst a sea of SUVs, Trucks, EVs, you name it. Long live the sports sedan.
I liked your review especially because I’m an owner of this car. I got the base 230i with just the convenience package. It’s a fun little sporty coupe that get excellent gas mileage for a very reasonable price. I think it’s the best value car from BMW, assuming you don’t need the extra space. You nailed this review. Good job!
If you had to buy it again, would you buy the new 230 or used 240?
@@TheRealVranesh - I liked the new 230i a lot it’s great and the 240i is actually good but it depends on how you feel. I didn’t h
drive
@@TheRealVranesh - 230i
@@TheRealVranesh - 230 is great and I like the 4yr warranty and 3 yr free maintenance.
I’m a seventy year old who is two miles from HWY 74 here is Palm Desert, Ca. One of the greatest roads in Cali. I just took delivery on my 23 230i. It’s my playground. Tomorrow I’m driving around the Salton Sea bc I’ve never done it before and there’s nobody out there. Yes, I have a SUV for road trips, but I’m in heaven with this machine that gets great mileage with great performance. Not in jail….yet.
Enjoy it!
The 230i x-drive would be the ideal all weather 2 door "sporty" car.
It is, such a fun car
i am 68 and i love my 230i...its a blast to drive !...and i love the leather seats ....i had it in the mountains in north carolina and i was awesome on the curvy blue ridge parkway.....i rarely
I'm 43 live in the UK and have had the old 230i from new for 5 years, it's been great as a second family car with one kid now aged 4. It was a bit tight in the front passenger seat with a rear-facing baby car seat in the back but since he's been sat in larger kids seats facing forward there is plenty of room. The boot is also a good shape for slotting in a large folding buggy or now a small bike. So it's fine as a smaller family daily but not so great for overnight trips away with lots of baby/toddler stuff.
Thanks for sharing. I think it's doable. Not the most comfortable with a car seat, but it can work
Thank’s for the video, it made me sure to buy this same model and same color!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Great to hear!
Came across a 230i drive yesterday that was available and put a deposit on it. Should arrive end of the month. I thought hard about the M240, but your statement about where you lived sealed it that I made the right choice. Living in NW Indiana, right outside of Chicago, our road are nothing but flat and boring. I feel the 230 will be perfect for what I will use it for.
I'm upper 50's and am very interested in a 230i. I've always wanted a BMW and my kids are now grown, and this seems like a great and reasonably affordable intro to BMW.
Go for it! The car is fun
Get a 5 series
If you live in a warm weather climate there’s literally no reason to have xdrive… but if you live up north, definitely go for the xdrive if you plan on driving in the winter!
Well I have a 2011 128i BMW with 230 hp 6 cylinder normally aspirated….have enjoyed every mile/Kilometre on the Twisties of Ontario.
That's a fantastic car! Don't sell it
I am considering the 2023 230i with M Sport pkg as the only major option . This Blue/tan is my first choice (possibly 2nd choice white pearl ). So far the "short list" is down to this and a 2023 VW GTI S or 40th )... This (and the GTI ) are plenty fast enough for my 66yr old bones.....Demographics - age 66, retired ,no kids, no wifey and coming out of an 2018 Audi TT Coupe Quattro..
I would definitely go drive the 230i Coupe. I think you'll like it.
The 230i coupe is the best most affordable and really fun to drive! You need to test drive this before buying anything else!
Definitely test drive, but you’ll be happy to get bmw. I had the same choice. And I owned and really loved my golf for 10 years prior, I was sure I’ll get the new GTI, but BMW won. It’s simply the best choice considering money, comfort, style and fun 🤩. I have my 230i in thundernight metallic from November 2021 and I love everything about this car…
@@NashaAmerica - so mine doesn’t have the MSport and is still great. Priced at $39,500. Has Convenience package with heated seats and steering whee! Drives and handles sharp!
@@rembo183 question - I have been told that the M Sport pkg is primarily cosmetic . I originally thought it meant stiffer suspension ( springs, sway bars ,shocks). Can anyone please clarify the differences between M Sport and non M Sport 230i ( cosmetics aside). TY
Strange hearing such positivity towards a BMW from you Nico. Good review.
(Please clean the camera lens next time.) 🙏🏻
This car is perfect Also with kids. I always drive around with my 9 years old daughter and her friend with no problem
I guess it's all relative. I feel the same about my i3
even my 160cm sister was fitting in the back with plenty of head and leg room
Sleeper car. So good.
Agreed. A great entry level BMW
@@bmwblog not
I had the previous Gen 2 series with the B48, really great little car. I saved about $10K opting for the 4 cylinder, now looking back on it, the resale for the B58 is about $10K higher so I would now opt for the B58 even though, it's not necessary.
The B58 is a beast of an engine, and so much more fun
Will this car be reliable in the long run?
Been considering this one and the G70 as my next vehicle. Which should I get?
Tough choice. I would go drive them.
Can u test the 2023 230xdrive for comparison to rwd model?
We will get one to test
Get the convertible, I did😎
I heard that for 2023, the 2 series will get updated to idrive 8. Is this confirmed?
Not confirmed but likely since the M2 gets the curved display
@@bmwblog BMW just updated theor website for the 2023 MY, it does in fact have idrive8
Also awd will be available on the 230i.
no they switched to idrive 8 with production in July 22
It’s going to be difficult to give objective opinions about handling dynamic if you are just driving on public roads. Wish he could have taken it to the track. RWD 4cyl vs AWD 6cyl will behave notably different at the track. There is a 300lb weight difference between them, and you can’t really exploit the AWD system unless you are really pushing it or see what 300lb off the nose feels like. At 9/10s the cars are drastically different. TheTopher did a much better track review if anyone wants to check it out. Would be nice if reviewers would actually compare cars to other cars in similar price bracket instead of stating the obvious “ the B58 is better than the B48”. Well no shit Sherlock.
Hopefully soon we get to take it to the track. But no chance so far, only the M240i
I hate track reviews -- zero value to me. Nobody tracks their cars -- maybe one tenth of one percent of buyers, if that. It's more important how the car handles and feels on the street. Furthermore, a good track car and a street car are two different things.
@@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow then go buy yourself a 228i grand coupe since you don’t care about performance.
I’m a Seventy year old, no kids and bought it bc a Camaro or Mustang was not going to happen.
Nice
How about a 50 year old without kids 😂 who still feels 25
All in: G87 M2 :)