Coupé enthusiasts who are not charmed by the pronounced muzzle of the BMW 4 Series should still be patient. Munich will soon come with a completely new 2-series Coupé, which seems to get a less controversial design.
The 2-series Coupé that you can still find at the local BMW dealer, still shares its basis with the previous generation 1-series. The latest 1-series made the switch to a front-wheel drive platform, but for the upcoming 2-series Coupé BMW takes a detour. For this, the manufacturer is very likely to pull out a shorter version of the CLAR platform, which is used for the 3 and 4 series, among other things. So nice for those who don’t like a front-wheel drive two-door BMW coupe. The new 2-series Coupé has now been captured by our spy photographer.
BMW 2 Series Coupé (illustration)
The structure therefore remains more or less the same as that of the current model. The design also shows that BMW is on a relatively safe path. We can cautiously conclude that the small Bimmer does not get the decidedly massive grille found on the muzzle of the new M3 and 4 Series.
We can once again look forward to a range of diverse powertrains. A fierce M2 variant that will provide approximately 400 hp of rear-wheel drive fun, will soon be in charge. Whether that M2, just like the new M3 and M4, will also have a variant with xDrive all-wheel drive in addition to a rear-wheel drive version, is still uncertain. The M2 will undoubtedly include a milder M Performance model, although it is the usual petrol and diesel versions that should ensure the larger sales numbers. We expect the new 2-series Coupé to be on the market around the spring of 2021.