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2021 BMW M235i

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Rating7.6

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Subcompact Sedan
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$45,500
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on June 1, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Strong engine and engaging handling

Rear seats aren't adequately spacious

Standard 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit

Impressive build and interior quality

Undulations of the road are felt inside the cabin

Android Auto finally added to the spec-sheet

Lots of standard features

Standard SiriusXM satellite radio

Specs & Features

$45,500

price

302 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

332 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 BMW M235i Gran Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the Small Performance Sedan class. With a single trim on offer, the BMW M235i Gran Coupe has a base MSRP of $46,495, competing directly with the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35, the Cadillac CT4 V, and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti. Only a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine is offered, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 301 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds, the M235i Gran Coupe maintains a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG. The manufacturer offers the M235i Gran Coupe in 7 stunning colors, with the Misano Blue Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

Considering other options in the segment and price range, the BMW M235i Gran Coupe is the car to buy. Although it isn’t the best-looking in the segment, it is a good-looking package with a potent and refined powertrain under the hood. The interior is well-appointed with high-quality materials while the driving experience is aggressive and engaging. It is also one of the most efficient cars in the segment and even though the rear seat legroom isn’t impressive, it is still better than the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 and Cadillac CT4 V. Overall, this Bimmer offers a superb driver’s package for the price paid.

Trims

    Base
    $45,500 onwards
    • M Sport fascias
    • Torsen LSD

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Engine

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Rating

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Horsepower

302 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

332 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

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2021 BMW M235i vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.7 sec--
    		3.9 sec-155 mph
    2021 Audi S3

    Ranked #2

    		4.6 sec15.6 sec-
    		4.71 sec--
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    2021 BMW M235i vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		23 mpg32 mpg26 mpg13.2 gal.303.6/422.4 mi.
      2021 Audi S3

      Ranked #2

      		22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.-
      		22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg13.5 gal.297/391.50 mi.
      		---14.5 gal.-

      2021 BMW M235i vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		178.5 in.81.9 in.55.9 in.6 in.105.1 in.
        		179.4 in.70.7 in.55.6 in.3.6 in.107.4 in.
        		176.3 in.70.7 in.55 in.4.29 in.103.6 in.
        2021 Audi S3

        Ranked #4

        		175.8 in.70.7 in.54.8 in.-103.6 in.

        2021 BMW M235i vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		12 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          2021 Audi S3

          Ranked #2

          		23.7 cu.ft.-62.9 cu.ft.
          		4.1 cu.ft.-13.2 cu.ft.

          2021 BMW M235i vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		150 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.-
            		13.2 cu.ft.4.1 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.232 ft.
            2021 Audi S3

            Ranked #3

            		62.9 cu.ft.23.7 cu.ft.62.9 cu.ft.-

            2021 BMW M235i vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		977 lbs.2605 lbs.
              		992 lbs.3593 lbs.
              2021 Audi S3

              Ranked #1

              		1102 lbs.3461 lbs.
              		-3466 lbs. -

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