BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The 2 Series Gran Coupe received an extensive refresh for the 2025 model year, bringing increased power, a new transmission, and updated interior controls featuring BMW's iDrive 9 infotainment system. The added power and the addition of a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, which replaces the previous conventional eight-speed automatic, results in quicker acceleration and an energetic feel out on the road, along with improved fuel economy. But low-speed power delays mar the driving experience. And while many of the controls are new, that doesn’t mean they are better--almost all of the climate functions are now located within the touchscreen, and most of them require multiple steps. Although the 2 Series Gran Coupe is based on a front-wheel-drive chassis shared with the X1, X2, and Mini Countryman, its handling remains nimble, and the car is fun to drive on a twisty road. The ride is quite firm.