BMW 2-Series Active Tourer (2014 - 2021) 225xe Luxury auto (04/2018 on) 5d Owner Review

A very versatile vehicle, and a great car for small families. Excellent economy if your driving mostly involves local trips. The range with full tank is only about 250 miles, but this is not a problem unless you frequently do long journeys. It handles really well, and the choice of drive mode covers all types of driving, from economy to sport. The latter gives very lively acceleration at the expense of fuel economy. Full battery charge is achieved in about five hours from a home 3-pin socket, which means you can take advantage of cheaper off-peak electricity by charging overnight. The interior is spacious and comfortable, with plenty of headroom in both front and back, and the boot is a decent size. The infotainment system is first class. The only negative aspect I have found is the thick front window pillar which slightly obscures the drivers view to the right hand side, but once you are used this it becomes second nature to move the head accordingly. Over 60 years of driving I have owned very many vehicles, and this one certainly tops the list. When I come to change my car I will definitely consider buying another of the same.