What it is: The BMW 2 Series is the company’s entry-level car. It is a sporty two-door coupe or convertible with seating for four. It’s available in two models: 230i and M240i. Competitors include the Audi A5 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe. New for 2017 The 2 Series gets new four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines and updated model names. The 230i is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 248 horsepower while the M240i gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder rated at 335 hp. Significant Standard Features
Fog lights
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Bluetooth streaming audio
iDrive multimedia system with 6.5-inch screen
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
Six-speed manual transmission or eight-speed automatic