218i

A compact premium MPV with clean lines and a refined cabin. Smooth, linear power delivery and confident handling make it easy to live with in the city while keeping a composed, upscale feel.

First-gen 2 Series Active/Gran Tourer moved to the UKL2 FWD-based architecture, introducing turbo three-cylinder petrol engines and multi-speed automatics; the facelift refreshed lighting and iDrive/driver-assistance tech and improved cabin/infotainment.

218i uses a 1.5L B38 turbocharged direct-injection inline-3 petrol engine, typically paired with a 6-speed Steptronic automatic (some years/markets also saw 7-speed DCT), primarily driving the front wheels for low-end torque and efficiency.