BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
| BMW 2 Series Active Tourer | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Production | 2014-present |
| Model years | 2015–present |
| Designer | Michael de Bono |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-door MPV |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | BMW UKL platform |
| Related | Mini Hatch Mini Countryman |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | F45: 2,670 mm (105.1 in) F46: 2,780 mm (109.4 in) |
| Length | F45: 4,342 mm (170.9 in) F46: 4,556 mm (179.4 in) |
| Width | 1,800 mm (70.9 in) |
| Height | F45: 1,555 mm (61.2 in) F46: 1,641 mm (64.6 in) |
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is a compact MPV produced by the German manufacturer BMW since 2014, and marketed as part of the 2 Series lineup. It is the first Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout vehicle sold under BMW vehicle brand, designed to compete directly with the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. xDrive will be offered, as an option. The design is based on the BMW Concept Active Tourer, and is mechanically related to the MINI Countryman, also built by BMW.
Pre-production concepts
BMW Concept Active Tourer (2012)
BMW Active Tourer is a plug-in hybrid concept vehicle with 1.5-litre turbo 3-cylinder petrol engine derived from BMW 6-cylinder engines and a synchronous electric motor, lithium-ion battery, High Reflection Silver body colour, front-tilted BMW radiator grille, twin headlines with LED positioning lights (eyebrows) stretching far back into the side panels, multi-faceted front apron, integrated door openers, contrasted side sills with rising shadow line, 20-inch wheels, rear light clusters running well into the side panel, panorama sunroof with electronically adjustable brightness, 40:20:40-split rear backrests, centrally located vertical metal track is integrated in the back of the front seats, multifunction instrument display with 10.25-inch integrated screen, multicolour Head-Up Display with brightness automatically adapts to the light available, navigation system with 8-inch display, ECO PRO mode with coasting mode.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2012 Paris Motor Show,[1][2][3][4] followed by 83rd Geneva International Motor Show 2013,[5] Auto Shanghai 2013.[6]
BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor (2013)
It is a version of BMW Concept Active Tourer with transversely mounted 1.5-litre petrol engine with front-wheel drive, plug-in hybrid with electric motor, Gold Race Orange body colour, MoonWhite and MoonRock Grey interior leather upholstery, a carrier system for two bicycles (integrated into the interior).[7][8]
The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 OutDoor in Friedrichshafen,[9] followed by 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show,[10][11] followed by 2013 Tokyo Motor Show.[12][13]
Initial release
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (F45)
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The vehicle was unveiled in 84th Geneva International Motor Show 2014,[14] followed by 2014 Canadian International Auto Show,[15] 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014,[16] 22nd Auto Mobil International Leipzig 2014.[17]
Early models included 218i, 225i, 218d (150PS).[18][19] 220d (190PS) was set to arrive in September 2014, followed by 220i (192PS) in November 2014.[20]
Early UK models included 218i (136PS), 218d (143PS). From November 2014, M Sport specification (including 18-inch M Sport alloy wheels, Dakota leather upholstery, High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim, Aluminium hexagon interior trim, M Sport aerodynamic styling, M Sport suspension and M Sport interior styling enhancements) becomes available.[21][22]
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer M Sport Package includes exclusive Estoril Blue body colour, M Aerodynamics package, M Sport suspension, 17 or 18-inch M light-alloy wheels, M leather steering wheel. The 225i Active Tourer with M Sport Package was unveiled in 2014 Geneva Motor Show.[23]
BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46)
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The 2 Series Gran Tourer is a long-wheelbase, 7-seat version, released in June 2015.
Specifications
Engines
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power, torque@rpm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218i | 2014– | 1,499 cc (91.5 cu in) I3 single-scroll turbo (B38A15M0) | 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp)@4500–6000, 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft)@1250 |
| 220i | 2014– | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin-scroll turbo (B48B20) | 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp)@4700, 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft)@1250 |
| 225i | 2014– | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 twin-scroll turbo (B48B20) | 231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)@4750–6000, 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft)@1250 |
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power, torque@rpm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216d | 2014– | 1,496 cc (91.3 cu in) I3 turbo (B37D15) | 116 PS (85 kW; 114 hp)@4000, 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft)@1750–2500 |
| 218d | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (B47D20) | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp)@4000, 330 N⋅m (243 lb⋅ft)@1750–2500 |
| 220d | 2014– | 1,995 cc (121.7 cu in) I4 turbo (B47D20) | 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp)@4000, 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)@1750–2500 |
References
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer breaks with tradition, goes front-wheel drive
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer hints at future plug-in 1 Series
- ^ Combines comfort and functionality with dynamic performance and style: the BMW Concept Active Tourer.
- ^ BMW at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
- ^ BMW at the 83rd Geneva International Motor Show 2013.
- ^ BMW at Auto Shanghai 2013.
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor.
- ^ BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor enjoys a day in the sun
- ^ World premiere of the BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor at the exhibition OutDoor 2013.
- ^ BMW at the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA).
- ^ 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show: BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor
- ^ Tokyo motor show 2013: BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor
- ^ BMW at the Tokyo Motor Show 2013.
- ^ BMW at the 84th Geneva International Motor Show 2014.
- ^ BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is the world's first front-drive Bimmer
- ^ BMW at the 13th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2014.
- ^ BMW at the 22nd Auto Mobil International Leipzig 2014.
- ^ The new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
- ^ Specifications of the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, 02/2014.
- ^ BMW modular engines: B37, B38, B47 and B48
- ^ The new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
- ^ BMW model debuts and upgrades for summer 2014.
- ^ BMW 225i Active Tourer with M Sport Package
- ^ Specifications of the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, 02/2014.
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