Launched in Malaysia last month, the F74-generation BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has arrived in our market as the 218, dropping the ‘i’ suffix of before, in line with the German marque’s latest naming convention for petrol-powered models.
This is one that has considerable shoes to fill, following on from the F44-generation 2 Series Gran Coupe that has seen 4,500 units sold by BMW Malaysia in the country, exceeding sales expectations. Relative to the previous model, the latest, 2025 2 Series Gran Coupe measures 4,546 mm long (+20 mm) and 1,445 mm tall (+25 mm), while its 1,800 mm width and 2,670 mm wheelbase are unchanged.
Locally assembled from the outset, the sole 218 Sport specification for the Malaysian market brings the 1.5-litre Miller-cycle turbocharged three-cylinder engine that outputs 156 hp and 230 Nm, transversely mounted in the engine bay and paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, sending drive to the front wheels. Thus equipped, 0-100 km/h is elapsed in 8.6 seconds, while top speed is 230 km/h.
A new generation of 2 Series Gran Coupe means new chassis components, which bring optimised axle kinematics, says BMW. Suspension layout here is by MacPherson struts in front and a three-link setup for the rear, with a standard suspension tune for this Sport trim specification that also brings 18-inch Y-spoke two-tone alloys, shod in Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric tyres measuring 225/45R18.
Heading inside, the F74-generation model brings the modern, minimalist look that is commonplace today, presented here in the 218 Sport with the BMW Curved Display featuring a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.7-inch central screen. These run on the BMW Operating System 9 with QuickSelect.
The touchscreen-heavy approach sees the deletion of the iDrive controller and air-conditioning controls, while audio controls have been relocated to the centre console where the iDrive controller would have been.
The kit list also brings Sports front seats (electric with memory), perforated Veganza vegan leather upholstery in black, a three-spoke Sport steering wheel, Aluminium Graphite trim with backlit illumination, a wireless charging tray, automatic air con with rear vents and anti-dazzle mirrors, and more.
For assistance systems, the F74-generation 218 Sport gets the Driving Assistant pack that includes Lane Change Warning, Speed Limit Info, Rear Crossing Traffic Alert with brake intervention and Exit Warning. There’s also Reverse Emergency Braking and Predictive Forward Collision Warning. Parking Assistant includes Reversing Assistant up to 50 metres and a Reversing Assist Camera.
Offered in exterior colours including Alpine White, Black Sapphire and Cape York Green as depicted here, the BMW 218 Gran Coupe Sport is priced at RM241,000 on-the-road without insurance, with the BSRI five-year extended warranty and service package.
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This was the price of a F30 320i not too long ago…sigh
6 years back i bought 320i brand new almost 10k less than this price … Sigh ! ~
not just an F30, i bought my G20 320i new a few years back at RM235K.
shrinkflation is real.
A bmw that look like a kia, powered by an underpowered 3 cylinder and bare bone spec. Wow
Yet, there were 4.5k suckers
3 series price now can only buy a 2 series with a 3 potter 1.5 engine…
Nowadays poverty spec also cause more than RM240k..
Looks like Honda City
Shrinkflation 20% Malaysian Peso
One of the best 3-cyl engine with melodic diesel clunking rhythm and shaking steven vibrating massage
241K for an underpowered barebones BMW with a 1.5L 3 pot engine which is also a money pit to maintain? The game has changed, BMW. For half the price you can get a feature loaded Chinese EV which can beat the socks off this car. If you just want the badge that’s your prerogative but those who want better value for their money will look elsewhere.
Proton s70 nicer