2016 BMW 2 Series Convertible 228i xDrive
The 2016 BMW 2 Series Convertible 228i xDrive is a 240-hp 2.0-liter convertible with an 8-speed sport automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $40,650 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 240 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 255 lb-ft of torque at 1450-4800 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The 2 Series Convertible measures 174.7 inches long on a 105.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,765 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $40,650 ($55,047 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $41,645 ($56,394 *) |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | N20B20O0 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 240 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft @ 1450-4800 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing, VALVETRONIC variable valve lift |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 x 90.1 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | High Precision Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Differential Type | Electronically controlled, brake-actuated limited-slip differential (ADB-X) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Sport Automatic (ZF 8HP45) |
| 1st Gear | 4.714 (36 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 3.143 (54 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.106 (81 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.667 (102 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.285 (132 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 1 (170 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.839 (202 mph **) |
| 8th Gear | 0.667 (254 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.295 |
| Final Drive | 3.077 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 13.7 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-pivot strut-type front suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link rear suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.3 in, ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.4 in, ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7J x 17 |
| Wheels Rear | 7J x 17 |
| Tires Front | 205/50 R17 89V RSC |
| Tires Rear | 205/50 R17 89V RSC |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174.7 in |
| Width | 69.8 in |
| Height | 55.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Front Track | 59.9 in |
| Rear Track | 61.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,765 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 49.4% / 50.6% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 31.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 42.2 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline