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BMW 230i convertible 2016 review: snapshot

EXPERT RATING
8
The $71,900 BMW 230i Convertible is the mid-spec car in the drop-top 2 Series line-up which starts at $58,300 for the base 220i and tops out at $83,900 for the M240i.

The $71,900 BMW 230i Convertible is the mid-spec car in the drop-top 2 Series line-up which starts at $58,300 for the base 220i and tops out at $83,900 for the M240i.

The 230i gains much of the standard equipment in the 220i and adds a larger 8.8-inch screen with the top-spec Professional sat nav, proximity unlocking and Driving Assistant. The 230i also adds the M Sport package which apart from a tough looking body kit and 18-inch M light alloy wheels and sports suspension and brakes which increase the dynamic abilities of the car.

The 230i has the new-generation 185kW/350Nm four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine which is the same unit as what’s you’ll find in the 220i but with 20kW and 80Nm more torque – that’s noticeably more oomph. Changing gears for you is an excellent eight-speed automatic which barks beautifully on the up shifts. Performance is impressive with a 0-100km/h time of 5.9s. The combined average fuel consumption is 6.2L/100km.

The roof is fabric and folds automatically even at speeds of up to 50km/h.

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Pricing guides

$27,350
Based on 37 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months
Lowest Price
$19,990
Highest Price
$39,990

Range and Specs

VehicleSpecsPrice*
218i Active Tourer Sport Line 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP AUTO $20,680 – 26,180 2016 BMW 2 Series 2016 218i Active Tourer Sport Line Pricing and Specs
218i Active Tourer Luxury Line 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP AUTO $23,540 – 29,040 2016 BMW 2 Series 2016 218i Active Tourer Luxury Line Pricing and Specs
M235i 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $40,150 – 47,190 2016 BMW 2 Series 2016 M235i Pricing and Specs
220i Sport Line 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $24,200 – 29,810 2016 BMW 2 Series 2016 220i Sport Line Pricing and Specs
EXPERT RATING
8
Richard Berry
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Pricing Guide

$19,990

Lowest price, based on 21 car listings in the last 6 months

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