2 Series [Official] BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé (F44)

[hovabongZA]

BMW M235i Gran Coupe vs Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 | Auto Express

Verdict
First place: Mercedes CLA

Both of these models deliver strong performance and are very capable, but neither is a top driver’s car. Even so, the CLA 35’s sweeter steering and balance between ride and handling make it marginally the more engaging, while its engine has more character. Quality is similar, but style and tech just edge it ahead of the BMW. The CLA is also better equipped, particularly for safety kit and infotainment.

Second place: BMW M235i

The M235i loses out to the CLA 35 by the faintest of margins in a few areas. It’s fast and grippy, but doesn’t steer or ride as nicely as the AMG; this is where these cars need to deliver. It’ll be marginally cheaper to run, but is less practical and misses out on some kit. We’ve come to expect more from M Performance BMWs, so if you’re after a sporty saloon, then consider the more engaging 330i.


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[hovabongZA]

Good fair review. Like the channel.

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[dalab]

How nice it looks in these instantaneous, the idea is well perceived, sounds like the perfect spec

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[chonkoa]

That is so handsome. I wonder why they (BMW) decided to go rogue with the 4er. They could have carried this fascia over with a minor tweak.

 

[dalab]

Clean surfaces, looks very luxurious and tempting in these last views

 

[Rolf]

How nice it looks in these instantaneous, the idea is well p...

This is the nicest spec and colour combo I seen on this car and certainly make it far more attractive looking. The 2GC does seem colour and spec sensitive. In my honest opinion it does not look sleek enough to be a sedoup. It’s profile almost makes it look like a conventional saloon with its high set boot.

 

[chonkoa]

Clean surfaces, looks very luxurious and tempting in these l...

The side and rear profiles for me are one of the weakest parts of this car.

 

[Matski]

The side and rear profiles for me are one of the weakest p...

The view where you can see any of the bodywork is probably the most disappointing one.

 

[dalab]

Q2 in USA

2 series - 1,648 - 2019
2 series - 3,804 - 2020

The difference is between the 2 coupe (the only one for sale in 2019) and this year with the 2GC, results in 2,156 more cars sold that would be 2 GC and in full pandemic.

The less a car likes a certain part of the traditional public, the more it sells, which shows that it is the brand that knows what it does, as always.

 

[TomT]

Yep, chasing short term profit while beting on China to pick up the slack when all brand identity is gone (or am I the fool to think it matters?).

 

[dalab]

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe / Mercedes CLA: comparison test
The 2-series Gran Coupé bothers the CLA

by Caspar Winkelmann
OUR CONCLUSION

The two compacts also scored well in the tough comparison test: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe test winner celebrates a successful debut and convinces with more airy space, pronounced dynamic talent including strong braking performance and a cheapest price. Especially in terms of consumption and safety equipment, the Munich-based company lags behind in the comparison test. This is where the efficient Mercedes CLA can show itself best: the myriad of driver assistance systems is second to none in the compact class. Thanks to optional adaptive dampers, the active Benz also offers great comfort. Higher price and weaker delay services prevent even better performance.

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[hovabongZA]

I really do like this guys humour makes his reviews more enjoyable.

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[Rolf]

The M235i didnt perform very well in this evasive test. Not sure if the standard tyres dont provide enough grip as the car seems to slide around a bit too much.

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[Centurion]

The M235i didnt perform very well in this evasive test. Not sure if the standard tyres dont provide enough grip as the car seems to slide around a bit too much.

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Was the car in the test fitted with Continental Eco tyres like most M135i and M235i?

 

[Rolf]

Was the car in the test fitted with Continental Eco tyres like most M135i and M235i?

The test car had Bridgestone Turanza T005 fitted. Not sure if these are any good for grip and good handling?

 

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[dalab]

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That rear looks very good

 

[SCOTT27]

Had one of these for a week in Berlin. It’s a decent drive if not completely overwhelming. Strangely I don’t like how it photographs but it looks far better in real life.

 

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This video was such a pleasure to watch.