Debuting in late 2021, the second-generation BMW 2 Series Coupé G42 delighted driving purists by remaining faithful to BMW’s longitudinal rear-wheel-drive architecture. Built on a shortened adaptation of the CLAR platform shared with the 3 Series and 4 Series, it boasts 12% greater torsional rigidity and wider front and rear tracks. Preserving the razor-sharp handling of this modern coupé requires methodical BMW 2 Series maintenance, centering on fluids and electronics.
The powertrain lineup is anchored by the 2.0-litre turbo B48 (220i, 230i) and the sensational 3.0-litre twin-scroll turbo B58 straight-six in the M240i (374 hp), available with rear-wheel drive or rear-biased xDrive all-wheel drive. Power is handled exclusively by the eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. Key service items include keeping the dual cooling circuits topped with approved coolant and monitoring differential fluid levels.