There BMW 2er Active Tourer 2014 – BMW mal anders

The times when BMW's diversity was limited to the three models 3, 5 and 7 are long gone. Today, the Bavarian car manufacturer is discovering more and more new models and customers. His latest offer is theBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014. This car is the boldest step BMW has ever taken. It is the brand's first with front-wheel drive.

The premiere of the first BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 2014 with front-wheel drive took place in Geneva

The new oneBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014has completely new features that are atypical for BMW, such as a spacious cockpit and functionality and mobility in city traffic. The car represents a minivan from the compact premium class and competes with models such as the Mercedes B-Class.

Technology and concept: The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 2014

TheBMW2er Active Tourer 2014is overall quite compact with its dimensions of 4.3 meters long, 1.8 meters wide, 1.5 meters high and a center distance of 2.6 meters and promises functionality. The driver's seat can be folded down and the interior offers many niches for storing smaller items. The seating position is comparably high to guarantee better visibility in city traffic.

Active and stable

Also the trunk of theBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014is extremely spacious with its 468 to 1510 liters, which can be achieved by folding down the rear seat backrest in a 40/20/40 ratio. The rear seat can also be adjusted longitudinally. Depending on your needs, the space for your knees or the volume of the trunk can be increased. Its door, in turn, can be ordered with an automatic opening and closing system or regulated by movements with the help of the Smart Opener.

The Tourer family

Everything that has been said about him so farBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014may not be part of the brand's typical characteristics, such as dynamics, perfect mass distribution, short inclines and the incomparable kick when driving. That is not the goal of the functional model. Nevertheless, the manufacturers promise well-known properties such as dynamics, style and elegance.

Enjoy the new BMW

“Pleasure of driving for those who are looking for a functional car. That's the oneBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014.” This is how the manufacturers described it at the model’s premiere.

Innovative design

When introduced to the market, buyers of theBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014have the choice between a 3 and 4 cylinder engine. These are installed transversely, feature BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and comply with EU6 emissions standards.

Eco friendly

The BMW 218i Active Tourer has a 1.5 liter engine with an output of 136 hp. This is celebrating its debut on the market. Its consumption in urban areas is 6.1 liters/100 km, combined 4.9 liters/100 km. The Co2 emissions are 115 g/km. It can go from zero to 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds, with a top speed of 200 km/h.

The top model at launch will be the BMW 225i Active Tourer. It has a consumption of 7.6 in urban areas, 5.0 in extra-urban areas and 6.0 liters per 100 km/h combined. The Co2 emissions are 139 g/km. With its 231 hp it can go from zero to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h.

A new generation racer

The Diesel variants desBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014, the BMW 218d Active Tourer, with a consumption of 5.0 in urban areas, 3.6 in extra-urban areas and a combined 4.1 liters per 100 km/h and Co2 emissions of 109 g/km is powered by a four-cylinder engine with an output of Powered by 150 hp and a torque of 330 Nm. It accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and has a top speed of 205 km/h.

In the city or on vacation – the new BMW is multifunctional

The BMW 218i Active Tourer can also be ordered with the sporty M package and with the BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system. The assistance systems, as well as the information and entertainment functions of BMW ConnectedDriveBMW 2er Active Tourer 2014also offered, including the head-up display.

Regarding the price, it is expected to cost just over 30,000 euros.

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