Should you buy one?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is one of those cars that is neither here nor there. It sits in a strange middle ground between the 1 Series and 3 Series, and manages to not be as good as either of those cars. 

It has clear practicality limitations and – to our eyes at least – still looks a bit odd. Though it handles well and has a smart interior, the engines we’ve tried so far don’t do it any favours.

If you want a BMW and want something a bit different, the Gran Coupe is worth a look and is far from being a bad car. But for us, a 1 Series hatchback is a better car, or if you’re set on a saloon, we would highly recommend a six-month-old 3 Series for the same price.

What we like

We like the way the 2 Series Gran Coupe drives. It handles well with an excellent chassis and is better than the equivalent Mercedes CLA. The interior is also excellent, with a high-quality finish and plenty of technology. 

What we don’t like? 

It’s really not very practical, with limited headroom for those sitting in the rear and an awkward boot shape – especially on mild-hybrid models. The 220 and M235 engines both have limitations, and it’s not cheap either. Both an Audi A3 Saloon and Mercedes CLA are available for less money.