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2016 BMW 2 Series Coupe 228i xDrive 8AT

The 2016 BMW 2 Series Coupe 228i xDrive 8AT is a 240-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 coupe with an 8-speed sport automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $34,850 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 240 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 255 lb-ft of torque at 1250-4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The 2 Series Coupe measures 174.7 inches long on a 105.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,470 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$34,850 ($47,193 *)
MSRP with Destination$35,845 ($48,540 *)
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine Type2.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline-4 (N20)
Displacement1.997 L
Horsepower240 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque255 lb-ft @ 1250-4800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve VALVETRONIC / Double-VANOS
Bore and Stroke84.0 x 90.1
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeHigh Precision Direct Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Sport Automatic
1st Gear4.714
2nd Gear3.143
3rd Gear2.106
4th Gear1.667
5th Gear1.285
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.839
8th Gear0.667
Reverse3.295
Final Drive3.077
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway34 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity13.7 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-pivot spring strut front suspension
Rear SuspensionFive-link rear suspension
Turning Diameter37.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.3 in ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc11.4 in ventilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front7.0 x 17
Wheels Rear7.0 x 17
Tires Front205/50R17
Tires Rear205/50R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length174.7 in
Width69.8 in
Height55.8 in
Wheelbase105.9 in
Front Track59.9 in
Rear Track61.3 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,470 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)50.7% / 49.3%
Interior
Headroom Front40.1 in
Headroom Rear36.5 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear33 in
Shoulder Room Front54.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2016 BMW 2 Series 2 DR AWD).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 2 SERIES.

18 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 2 SERIES

Owner Complaints

18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 2 SERIES (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System11
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Seat Belts2
Service Brakes2
Exterior Lighting1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 7, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was…”
Aug 1, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle jerked back and forth and choked. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received…”
Jul 29, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was…”
Jun 27, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was…”
Mar 25, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“The contact owned a 2016 BMW 228I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 BMW 2 SERIES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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