BMW 216i Gran Coupe Launched, Priced at S$203,888 With COE

Powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the BMW 216i Gran Coupé delivers 109 bhp and a fuel economy of 18.2km/l. With 190 Nm of torque available from 1,380 rpm to 3,800 rpm, the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10.8 seconds. It qualifies for a S$15,000 VES rebate, and is priced at S$203,888 with COE.

The BMW 216i Gran Coupé is currently offered in one trim level - Sport Line, which sees design elements in Sensatec as standard, with interior trim finishers in the ‘Illuminated Berlin’ style. The interior ambient lighting can be switched between 6 colours with adjustable brightness. The sporty look is rounded off with 17” light-alloy wheels.

As with all BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé models, the BMW 216i Gran Coupé is fitted with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional system as standard. Access to the infotainment offering provided by the BMW Operating System 7 (OS7) is via a display grouping with two large 10.25-inch screens. It’s a pity given that the 2 Series Active Tourer comes equipped with the latest OS8, but a necessary move by BMW to keep pricing as competitive as possible.

It is pleasant to note that the Driving Assistant package is fitted as standard, despite being one of the more affordable BMWs in the entire lineup. Lane Change Warning, route-ahead assistant, rear collision warning, crossing traffic warning, Lane Departure Warning, Parking Assistant and Reversing Assistant seems like a healthy list. But with Cat A COE (in which this BMW falls under) not looking to take a dive any time soon, could this be a case of BMW being forced to navigate a tricky debut timeline under a challenging COE climate?

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