BMW 2 Series insurance group
10–50 of 50
Fuel cost at today's prices (updated weekly)
Typical BMW 2 Series running cost for a private driver at 8,000 miles/year. Based on 50 mpg official combined, adjusted ~12% for real-world driving, at today's average pump price of 159.89p/litre petrol (updated 3 Aug 2026).
Pump prices: DESNZ weekly road fuel prices; electricity: DESNZ Quarterly Energy Prices — both Open Government Licence v3.0, updated weekly/quarterly. An estimate for comparison, not a guaranteed cost; your economy, mileage and tariff will vary.
Official MPG, CO₂ & insurance by trim
Trim-level specifications for the BMW 2-Series (Diesel, Petrol, Petrol Parallel PHEV), across 568 recorded variants.
- 114–473 bhp
- Power
- 3.9s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 174 mph
- Top speed
- 1,496–2,998 cc
- Engine
- 28–74 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 19–227 g/km
- CO₂
- 54 mi
- Electric range (max)
- £190
- Road tax (VED)
- 10–50 of 50
- Insurance group
- 4,432 mm
- Length
- 2,038 mm
- Width
- 1,420 mm
- Height
- 2,690 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,470 kg
- Weight
- 4
- Seats
- 5
- Doors
- 92%
- Safety assist
The BMW 2-Series Active Tourer was tested by Euro NCAP in 2022 and was awarded a 5 star overall rating. This overall rating is calculated from the following individual ratings:
| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 480 2drManual | Petrol | 473 bhp | 28 - 28.2 mpg | 227 | 40 |
| M2 480 2dr DCTAutomatic | Petrol | 473 bhp | 28.8 - 29.1 mpg | 219 | 40 |
| M235 xDrive 4dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 295 bhp | 34.4 - 37.7 mpg | 170 | 30 |
| 220 M Sport 4dr Step Auto [Tech+ Pack]Automatic | Petrol | 167 bhp | 51.4 - 53.5 mpg | 120 | 22 |
| M2 2drManual | Petrol | 453 bhp | 28 - 28.2 mpg | 227 | 42 |
| M2 2dr DCTAutomatic | Petrol | 453 bhp | 28.8 - 29.1 mpg | 219 | 42 |
| 230e xDrive M Sport 5dr DCTAutomatic | Petrol Parallel PHEV | 321 bhp | 47.1 - 47.9 mpg | 19 | 33 |
| 225e xDrive Sport 5dr DCT [Tech Plus Pack]Automatic | Petrol Parallel PHEV | 241 bhp | 47.9 - 49.6 mpg | 19 | 27 |
| 230i M Sport 2dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 241 bhp | 39.8 - 42.8 mpg | 151 | 33 |
| M240i xDrive 2dr Step Auto [Pro Pack]Automatic | Petrol | 368 bhp | 32.1 - 34.9 mpg | 185 | 36 |
| 223i MHT Sport 5dr DCTAutomatic | Petrol | 201 bhp | 46.3 - 47.9 mpg | 133 | 29 |
| 223i MHT M Sport 5dr DCTAutomatic | Petrol | 201 bhp | 46.3 - 47.1 mpg | 135 | 29 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Annual VED (road tax) bands
| CO₂ band | Annual VED | Share of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | £200 | 86% |
| D | £170 | 14% |
Indicative standard-rate VED. Cars over £40k list price pay an additional supplement for years 2–6.
Fuel mix in stock
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to run a used BMW 2 Series?
- The running costs for a BMW 2 Series typically include fuel or charging, insurance, road tax, and regular servicing. While depreciation is a significant factor in total ownership cost, it's less impactful on a used car. You can buy a used BMW 2 Series for cash from £9,795, or from £210 per month on finance (subject to status).
- Is a used BMW 2 Series expensive to maintain?
- Maintenance costs for a used BMW 2 Series can vary, largely depending on the car's age and mileage. Generally, as cars age and accumulate more miles, the likelihood of needing repairs or more significant servicing increases.
- How many used BMW 2 Series cars are currently available?
- There are 8 used BMW 2 Series cars currently for sale, ranging from models made in 2016 to 2020.