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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Base Price | $36,942–$45,134 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2022 BMW 2 Series at 7.6/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this coupe. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.2/10, while Reliability at 6.8/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability is the weak spot: 6.8/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The safety score of 8.2/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 8.1/10. The BMW 2 Series delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. Tech rates a reasonable 7.7/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $36,942–$45,134, 28 MPG, seating 4, the BMW 2 Series sits in the mid-market bracket of the coupe segment. The 7.2/10 value score says the pricing is fair rather than generous; cross-shop the segment before signing anything. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Our take: The 2022 BMW 2 Series is a solid, well-rounded coupe that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is reliability — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2022 BMW 2 Series ranks #42 of 110 coupes in the Carivo database — better than 63% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $36,942 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $47,314 by about 22%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Coupe ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2019 BMW 2 Series scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2022's 7.6 — and starts roughly $3,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.8/10 | $40,479 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $39,300 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $38,121 | Read review → |
| 2022 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $36,942 | |
| 2021 | 7.6/10 | $35,763 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.5/10 | $34,584 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $33,405 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.4/10 | $32,226 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.3/10 | $31,047 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.4/10 | $29,868 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.2/10 | $28,689 | Read review → |
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