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We Hear: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe in the Works

BMW will bring a four-door Gran Coupe variant of the subcompact 2 Series to market in 2019, according to a report from Autocar. The new bodystyle will also spawn an M2 Gran Coupe model.

The new four-door BMW M2 Gran Coupe will better compete against the four-door Audi RS 3 and Mercedes-AMG CLA45 sedans. Like other BMW M cars, the M2 Gran Coupe will feature a longitudinally-mounted engine and rear-wheel drive.

BMW hasn’t said whether the new 2 Series Gran Coupe would offer a trunk like the midsize 6 Series Gran Coupe or a lift-back rear opening like the compact 4 Series Gran Coupe. With the next-generation BMW 3 Series sedan expected to grow in size (yet again), the new 2 Series Gran Coupe is expected to have a wheelbase between that of the 2 Series Coupe (105.9 inches) and current 3 Series sedan (110.6 inches).

2016 BMW M2 coupe front end

2016 BMW M2 coupe front end

The new body style is also said to debut the redesigned interior for the next-generation 2 Series coupe and convertible expected for the 2020 model year. Expect powertrain options to mimic those of other 2 Series models, including a turbocharged 1.5-liter I-3 (outside of the U.S.) and turbocharged 2.0-liter I-4 and 3.0-liter I-6 engines. Turbodiesel engines will also be offered in certain markets.

Expect six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic transmissions to back the engines. All models will be rear-drive with xDrive all-wheel drive offered on certain models.

The M2 Gran Coupe will be powered by the automaker’s 365-hp TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter I-6. Transmission options will include a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch.

Source: Autocar

2016 BMW M2 Coupe front wheels

2016 BMW M2 Coupe front wheels

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