BMW 2 Series Grand Coupe review: a break with tradition — and not everyone will like the result

The refreshed BMW 2 Series Grand Coupe blends sharp handling and premium design, but compromises on noise, practicality, and identity
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Sun, 21 Dec, 2025 - 20:09
Declan Colley

BMW 2 SERIES GRAND COUPE

Rating

★★★☆☆

Price

€46,824 - €60,769 as tested

Engine

a 1.5ltr turbo petrol with mild hybrid tech giving off 168bhp

The Spec

add-ons do mount up fast

Verdict

falls between a couple of stools

YOU can never take anything for granted these days — and BMW is busily underlining that fact right now.

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