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BMW 2 Series Coupé G42 buying guide
The second 2 Series Coupé, announced in 2021 and launched in the UK in March 2022, and a light update in mid-2024. It's a rear-wheel-drive coupé with four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines, topped by the six-cylinder, four-wheel-drive M240i xDrive. There is no convertible this time.
The versions
- 220i: 2.0 four-cylinder turbo petrol (B48), 184PS
- 220d: 2.0 four-cylinder turbo diesel (B47), 190PS
- M240i xDrive: 3.0 six-cylinder turbo petrol (B58), 374PS, with four-wheel drive
- 8-speed ZF automatic; no manual was offered in the UK
- Coupé only; the M2 is covered on its own page
What to check on a G42 2 Series
3 model-specific things to look at when you view one. They're a starting point, not the full inspection.
Coolant level on the M240i
What to look for: With the engine cold, check the coolant level in the expansion tank against the marks, and look for dried coolant residue around the cap and below the engine. Ask whether the car has needed topping up.
Why it matters: Coolant loss on the B58 is usually traced to the expansion tank cap and its seal first, with leaks also reported from the water pump and the oil filter housing area. The level warning can be slow to come on, so owners are advised to check the expansion tank themselves. A car with a steady level is a good sign.
Recall work
What to look for: Before you travel, give the VIN to a BMW dealer and ask whether any recall work is outstanding.
Why it matters: Recalls on this generation include seatbelt retractors (2021), rear seat backrest panels covering the side airbags on 2023 model year cars, and software that let the windows and sunroof close after the digital key was removed.
A thump from the back under throttle
What to look for: On an M240i xDrive, drive at low speed and gently come on and off the throttle. Listen and feel for a faint thump from the back of the car as the load changes.
Why it matters: A faint rear thump on throttle changes has been reported, in one case leading to the transfer case being investigated. Note it and ask about any work done under warranty.
Also in the full guide
- Grinding or scraping from the brakes
- Condensation in the headlamps
- Comfort Access and door sensing
- The cold start, test drive and paperwork checks for the exact version you're viewing
The full guide to the G42 2 Series
The CrankSight guide walks you round the car on your phone at the viewing, with every check for the exact version you're looking at: what to look for, where to find it, and what anything you find is likely to cost. As you go it builds an assessment of that car, and if you view more than one, it lines them up side by side.
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Other generations
General points for the model, last checked October 2026. Every car is different, so treat this as a guide to what to look at, not a verdict on any car. CrankSight is independent and has no connection with BMW.