The most significant change in the 2 Series Gran Coupe lineup is the arrival of the front-wheel-drive 228 Gran Coupe. The addition broadens the range and puts value front and center without reshuffling the model’s identity.

Every 2026 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe now runs the four-cylinder B48 paired with a dual-clutch automatic transmission. In the 228, the setup delivers 241 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, while the more potent M235 xDrive produces up to 312 horsepower.

The new front-drive 228 Gran Coupe also posts respectable efficiency, with an EPA-estimated average of 7.5 liters per 100 km. Models equipped with xDrive average 7.9 liters per 100 km.

Inside, the 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe leans on sustainable synthetics such as the Veganza leather alternative and Alcantara. Comfort touches include an optional heated steering wheel and driver’s lumbar support, each offered for about $650. The material mix lands right on trend for the segment and suits the car’s contemporary brief.

The cabin features the brand’s latest infotainment with a twin-screen layout—10.25 and 10.7 inches. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard for seamless smartphone use. A head-up display and an advanced autonomous driving assistant are also on the options list for those who want more tech baked in.

Pricing for the base front-wheel-drive 228 Gran Coupe starts at $39,600, keeping it among the segment’s most appealing propositions. The front-drive variant undercuts its all-wheel-drive siblings by a clear margin, offering a convincing price-to-quality alternative for buyers who value efficiency and modern features over extra traction.