2015 BMW 228 228i specs & colors
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MSRP
- 2dr Cpe 228i RWD SULEV $32,100
- 2dr Cpe 228i RWD $32,100
- 2dr Cpe 228i xDrive AWD SULEV $33,900
- 2dr Cpe 228i xDrive AWD $33,900
- 2dr Conv 228i RWD $37,900
- 2dr Conv 228i xDrive AWD $39,700
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Black w / Red Highlight
Black
Terra
Oyster / Black / Dark Oyster
Coral Red w / Black Highlight
Oyster
Packages
$900
Starting MSRP
- Xenon Headlights
- Adaptive Light Control
$2,200
Starting MSRP
- Variable Sport Steering
- Adaptive M Suspension
$700
Starting MSRP
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Retractable Headlight Washers
- Heated Front Seats
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$950
Starting MSRP
- Rear View Camera
- Park Distance Control
$700
Starting MSRP
- Speed Limit Information
- Active Driving Assistant
- lane departure warning
$4,050
Starting MSRP
- Auto-Dimming Interior & Exterior Mirrors
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Ambiance Lighting
$2,150
Starting MSRP
- BMW Online
- Instrument Cluster w/Extended Contents
- Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information
$3,000
Starting MSRP
- Alum Hexagon Trim w/Estoril Blue Matte Highlight
- Without Lines Designation Outside
- Sport Seats
M Sport
$3,000
Starting MSRP
- Alum Hexagon Trim w/Estoril Blue Matte Highlight
- Without Lines Designation Outside
- Sport Seats
- Shadowline Exterior Trim
- Increased Top Speed Limiter
- Anthracite Headliner
- M Steering Wheel
- Rear Spoiler
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr (Style 461M)
- Double-spoke
- Tires: P225/40R18 Fr & P245/35R18 Rr Performance
- M Sport Package
- M Sport Suspension
- Aerodynamic Kit
$2,200
Starting MSRP
- Increased Top Speed Limiter
- Anthracite Headliner
- Black Door Mirror Caps
Sport Line
$2,200
Starting MSRP
- Increased Top Speed Limiter
- Anthracite Headliner
- Black Door Mirror Caps
- Without Lines Designation Outside
- Sport Line Aesthetic Elements
- M Sport Suspension
- Sport Seats
- Black High-Gloss Trim w/Coral Red Matte Accent
- Wheels: 18 x 7.5 Fr & 18 x 8.0 Rr (Style 384)
- Light alloy
- double-spoke
- Tires: P225/40R18 Fr & P245/35R18 Rr Performance
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Subcompact Cars |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 X 7 in |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 X 7 in |
| Spare Wheel Size | N/A in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | N/A |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 170 |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| Displacement | 2.0 L/122 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 240 @ 5000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 255 @ 1250 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 36 MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | 315.10 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 23 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 28 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 493.20 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 8 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.71 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.14 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.11 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.67 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.29 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.29 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.08 |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.84 |
| Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.67 |
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 12.3 in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.4 in |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 13.7 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 35.8 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Front Tire Size | P205/50HR17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P205/50HR17 |
| Spare Tire Size | N/A |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 3300 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| Passenger Volume | N/A ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 40.1 in |
| Front Leg Room | 41.5 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.4 in |
| Front Hip Room | N/A in |
| Second Head Room | 36.5 in |
| Second Leg Room | 33 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 53.4 in |
| Second Hip Room | N/A in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Length, Overall | 174.7 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 69.8 in |
| Height, Overall | 55.8 in |
| Track Width, Front | 59.9 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 61.3 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | N/A in |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Trunk Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Audio Theft Deterrent | Standard |
| Hi-Fi Sound System | Standard |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Compatible Remote CD, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls and External Memory Control | Standard |
| Radio: Anti-Theft AM/FM/HD Stereo CD/MP3 Player -inc: Radio Data System (RDS) and HD Radio w/multicast FM station reception | Standard |
| Pre-Wiring for SiriusXM Satellite Radio Tuner | Standard |
| Window Grid Diversity Antenna | Standard |
| 1 LCD Monitor In The Front | Standard |
| Auto On/Off Reflector Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Standard |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | Standard |
| Chrome Grille | Standard |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | Standard |
| Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | Standard |
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | Standard |
| Light Tinted Glass | Standard |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent | Standard |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper | Standard |
| Tires: P205/50R17 All Season Run-Flat | Standard |
| Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets | Standard |
| Trunk Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | Standard |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | Standard |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | Standard |
| Wheels: 17 x 7.0 Light Alloy Y-Spoke (Style 380) (STD) | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Windows | Standard |
| Rear Cupholder | Standard |
| Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Door Bins | Standard |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | Standard |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Rear Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
| Interior Lock Disable | Standard |
| Analog Appearance | Standard |
| Driver Information Center | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button | Standard |
| Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
| Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only | Standard |
| 3 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Standard |
| Driver Seat | Standard |
| Front Bucket Seats (STD) | Standard |
| Front Map Lights | Standard |
| Sport Leather Steering Wheel | Standard |
| Immobilizer | Standard |
| 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | Standard |
| Sliding Front Center Armrest | Standard |
| Air Filtration | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Passenger Seat | Standard |
| Power Fuel Flap Locking Type | Standard |
| Illuminated Locking Glove Box | Standard |
| Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Standard |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access | Standard |
| Valet Function | Standard |
| Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | Standard |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert | Standard |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Windows | Standard |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | Standard |
| Hands-Free Bluetooth & USB Audio Connection | Standard |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down | Standard |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | Standard |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| Front Cigar Lighter(s) | Standard |
| SensaTec Upholstery | Standard |
| Tracker System | Standard |
| Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents | Standard |
| Ashtray | Standard |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats | Standard |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation and Console Ducts | Standard |
| Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim | Standard |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| Rear-Wheel Drive | Standard |
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | Standard |
| 13.7 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
| Engine: 2.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline 4-Cylinder 16V | Standard |
| Regenerative 170 Amp Alternator | Standard |
| 90-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery | Standard |
| Transmission: 8-Speed Sport Auto w/Shift Paddles -inc: steering wheel-mounted shift paddles (STD) | Standard |
| Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature | Standard |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode | Standard |
| 3.08 Axle Ratio | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Pretensioners | Standard |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag | Standard |
| BMW Assist eCall Emergency Sos | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
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