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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45 LCI, facelift 2018) 218d (150 Hp) xDrive Steptronic
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BMW 2 Series:
The BMW 2 Series is a range of subcompact executive cars manufactured by BMW since the year 2014. The 2 Series was created when BMW spun-off the 2-door models of the BMW 1 Series into a separate series.
The 2 Series was first launched as a 2-door coupé and convertible, both based on a rear-wheel drive platform. A year later, the Active Tourer 5-seat compact MPV body style was added, based on the unrelated front-wheel drive platform shared with the Mini Countryman. This was followed by a 7-seat version called the Gran Tourer. In 2019, the Gran Coupé fastback sedan joined the 2 Series family as a front-wheel drive vehicle based on the 1 Series hatchback and has been marketed as a 4-door coupe. In 2021, BMW released the second-generation 2-door coupé, rear-wheel drive 2 Series in July 2021....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Active Tourer (F45 LCI, facelift 2018) Overview:
BMW 2 Series (Active Tourer (F45 LCI, facelift 2018)). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.3 l/100km). With a weight of 1540 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 9 s). The top speed reaches 209 km/h. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
218d (150 Hp) xDrive Steptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and capable, offering good traction and comfortable power delivery with the automatic gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel efficiency for an automatic all-wheel-drive diesel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior for families
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines, including PHEV options
- • Premium interior quality and materials
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Available xDrive all-wheel-drive enhances traction and stability
- • Good driving dynamics for an MPV segment
Cons:
- • Higher purchase price compared to non-premium rivals
- • Styling may not appeal to all traditional BMW enthusiasts
- • Some interior plastics could feel more premium in lower trims
- • Limited off-road capability despite xDrive options
- • PHEV models require regular charging to maximize fuel economy benefits
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Convertible (F23 LCI, facelift 2017): 2017 - July, 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 2 Series |
| Generation: | Active Tourer (F45 LCI, facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 218d (150 Hp) xDrive Steptronic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.2 Hp/l [100mm less] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B47D20 More details about the engine B47D20 |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-power turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 209 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 227.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 |
| Max. weight: | 2100 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 560 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1510 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 468 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4354 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Height: | 1555 mm mm [152mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2038 mm |
| Front track: | 1561 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1562 mm |
| Front overhang: | 860 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 824 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 165 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Steptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 96V |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 16 |
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