2016 BMW 2 Series Convertible M235i xDrive
The 2016 BMW 2 Series Convertible M235i xDrive is a 320-hp 3.0-liter convertible with an 8-speed sport automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $50,750 MSRP.
It makes 320 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 330 lb-ft of torque at 1300-4500 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 30 mpg highway.
The 2 Series Convertible measures 175.9 inches long on a 105.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,915 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $50,750 ($68,724 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $51,745 ($70,071 *) |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | N55B30O0 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 320 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft @ 1300-4500 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing, VALVETRONIC variable valve lift |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 x 89.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| 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 (53 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.106 (80 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.667 (100 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.285 (130 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 1 (168 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.839 (200 mph **) |
| 8th Gear | 0.667 (251 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.295 |
| Final Drive | 3.077 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 30 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 | 13.4 in, ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.4 in, ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7.5J x 18 |
| Wheels Rear | 8J x 18 |
| Tires Front | 225/40 ZR18 88Y |
| Tires Rear | 245/35 ZR18 92Y XL |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175.9 in |
| Width | 69.8 in |
| Height | 55.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Front Track | 59.7 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,915 lbs |
| 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