The new BMW 2-Series Convertible takes over from the 1-Series Cabriolet of old in line with BMW’s new naming convention. In the conversion from 2-Series Coupe to 2-Series Convertible the Bimmer has lost none of its athletic capabilities. It is just as fun and dynamically talented on the winding roads which every convertible owner dreams of.

Line Up

There are three models to choose from in the BMW 2-Series Convertiblelineup and they’re all petrol models. You can get a BMW 2-Series Convertiblein 220i guise with a 2-litre turbo capable of 135 kW and 270 Nm. The middle model is the 228i which ups the boost on the 2-litre turbo to180 kW and 350 Nm. The top of the range sporty model is the 235i Convertible that makes use of the twin-turbo 3-litre straight-six to develop 240 kW and 450 Nm. Excitingly, all derivatives are available with a manual box with the option of either an eight-speed auto or eight-speed sports auto.

On the winding Cape Winelands roads with the top down the appeal of convertible driving is unmatched. You’re enticed to push on and give the 2-Series some work to do as you swallow up corner after corner. The BMW 2-Series Convertibleremains dynamically talented, lying flat in the corners and offering up loads of grip and chassis feedback. It feels confidence inspiring and extremely fun to push on in, and it really puts a smile on your face as you come to the end of a journey.

The cloth roof claims to close in just 20 seconds and driving along at freeway speeds there are a few small air leaks that cause a bit of cabin noise, but the windshield and side windows feel strongly built. BMW chose the cloth folding roof for the 2-Series in order to save on things like weight and cost, over the more aesthetically pleasing metal folding roof. The weight saving alone is around 100kg and the space saved means you get a bit more luggage room in the rear with 335-Litres with the roof up and 280 with the roof down.

BMW 2-Series Convertible Price in South Africa

BMW 220i 6-speed manual – R486500

BMW 220i 8-speed automatic – R504 500

BMW 220i 8-speed sports auto – R506600

BMW 228i 6-speed manual – R525 000

BMW 228i 8-speed automatic – R543 000

BMW 228i 8-speed sports auto – R545 100

BMW M235i MSport 6-speed manual – R643500

BMW M235i MSport 8-speed sports auto – R663600