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BMW · Compact · 2019–2024

BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 5 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

286–387 PS

3.0L Turbo Benzin

B58 in the Coupé — powerful and refined

Fun to Drive!

Engine Overview

The BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 is available with 3 engine variants — from 95 to 387 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

218i · Benziner· 136–140 PS Engine Change
2019 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2019 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
220i · Benziner· 178–184 PS Engine Change
2019 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2019 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
M235i xDrive · Benziner· 306 PS
2019 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses

The BMW 218i (Benziner, 136–140 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B48B20 (2019–2024, Be Careful) und B48B20 (2019–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 218i!

The BMW 220i (Benziner, 178–184 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B48B20 (2019–2024, Be Careful) und B48B20 (2019–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 220i!

The BMW M235i xDrive (Benziner, 306 PS) has the B48B20 (2.0L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
iDrive 7.0 crashes randomly

The iDrive 7.0 infotainment system restarts spontaneously — screen goes black, music stops, navigation switches off for 10–15 seconds.

Symptoms: Black display while driving, music and navigation briefly cut out, system restarts by itself.
Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
1 complaints · 2019–2025
Electrical
1

Top Reported Issues

Electrical (1 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 45 weaknesses have been documented for the BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 (2019–2024) — 38 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Brakes, Body, Gearbox.

2er (B37D15, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretches — rattling on cold start, DPF clogging on short trips, Injector failure from short-trip use. Power: 95 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 200–211 PS.

2er (B37D15, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretches — rattling on cold start, DPF clogging on short trips, Injector failure from short-trip use. Power: 116 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 184–190 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 143–150 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 190 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 218–224 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 190–197 PS.

2er (B47D20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation on early models (2014–2016), EGR cooler leak with fire risk (recall), DPF clogging with short-trip use. Power: 143–150 PS.

2er (B38B15, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 136–140 PS.

2er (B38B15, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 102–109 PS.

2er (B58B30, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Oil filter disintegrates — engine damage risk, Plastic oil filter housing cracks — coolant/oil mixing, PCV valve / valve cover membrane failed. Power: 340 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 136 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 178–184 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 306 PS.

2er (B58B30, 2021–2026) — Be Careful: Oil filter disintegrates — engine damage risk, Plastic oil filter housing cracks — coolant/oil mixing, PCV valve / valve cover membrane failed. Power: 374 PS.

2er (B38B15, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 122–125 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 156–163 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 245–252 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 163 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 218 PS.

2er (B38B15, 2016–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 136–140 PS.

2er (B38B15, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 135–140 PS.

2er (B38B15, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain elongation, Crankshaft bearing half-shell undersized (early production), Turbocharger shaft seal leaking — oil consumption. Power: 150–156 PS.

2er (B48B20, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Oil filter housing leaking — coolant loss, Coolant bleed line at cylinder head breaks. Power: 178–184 PS.

What to watch out for with the BMW 2er Gran Coupé? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 have? +
The BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 has 38 known engine weaknesses and 7 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: B38B15 (1.5L 3-Zyl Turbo), B48B20 (2.0L Turbo), B58B30 (3.0L Turbo), B37D15 (1.5L 3-Zyl Diesel), B47D20 (2.0L Diesel). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the B58B30 (3.0L Turbo).
Which BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} The B58 in the light F22 body: daily-driver quiet, supremely capable on the motorway with a genuine 340 hp. No drama, no rattles — just smooth, linear thrust from low to high. A relaxed gran turismo with a sporting edge for long hauls.
Is the BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 worth buying used? +
The BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44? +
The BMW 2er Gran Coupé F44 is available with engine variants from 95 to 387 hp. Petrol: B38B15 (1.5L 3-Zyl Turbo), B48B20 (2.0L Turbo), B58B30 (3.0L Turbo). Diesel: B37D15 (1.5L 3-Zyl Diesel), B47D20 (2.0L Diesel).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee