BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23)
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BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i · Stage 3vsBMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i · Stage 2vsBMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i · Stage 1vsBMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Comparison overview
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BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.9 s
- Fastest top speed292 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful489 hp365 kW
- Highest torque698 Nm514 lb-ft
- Lightest1,620 kg3,571 lb
- Best power-to-weight302 hp/t225 kW/t3.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption10.7 L/100 km22.0 mpg US26.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions184 g/km
- Best estimated range658 km409 mi
- Largest trunk280 L
- Best overall score74/100
- Best performance score88/100
- Best economy score86/100
- Best practicality score44/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp |
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| Power | 489hp365kW+163 hp | 424hp316kW+98 hp | 385hp287kW+59 hp | 326hp243kW |
| Torque | 698Nm514lb-ft+248 Nm | 608Nm448lb-ft+158 Nm | 549Nm405lb-ft+99 Nm | 450Nm332lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,620kg3,571lb | 1,620kg3,571lb | 1,620kg3,571lb | 1,620kg3,571lb |
| Gross weight | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 54.0s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-15.3 s Calculated | 62.5s99% target: 287 km/h / 178 mph-6.8 s Calculated | 63.3s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-6.0 s Calculated | 69.3s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9s-1.1 s | 4.3s-0.8 s | 4.5s-0.5 s | 5.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.8s-6.4 s Calculated | 13.4s-4.8 s Calculated | 15.2s-3.0 s Calculated | 18.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 4.1s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.3s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.7s-1.4 s Calculated | 12.2s-0.9 s Calculated | 12.6s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 302hp/t225kW/t137hp/1000 lb Calculated | 262hp/t195kW/t119hp/1000 lb Calculated | 237hp/t177kW/t108hp/1000 lb Calculated | 201hp/t150kW/t91hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 431Nm/t288lb-ft/ton Calculated | 375Nm/t251lb-ft/ton Calculated | 339Nm/t227lb-ft/ton Calculated | 278Nm/t186lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 658km409mi Calculated | 658km409mi Calculated | 658km409mi Calculated | 658km409mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in |
| Length | 4,454mm175in | 4,454mm175in | 4,454mm175in | 4,454mm175in |
| Width | 1,774mm70in | 1,774mm70in | 1,774mm70in | 1,774mm70in |
| Height | 1,403mm55in | 1,403mm55in | 1,403mm55in | 1,403mm55in |
| Wheelbase | 2,690mm106in | 2,690mm106in | 2,690mm106in | 2,690mm106in |
| Front track | 1,516mm60in | 1,516mm60in | 1,516mm60in | 1,516mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in |
| Ground clearance | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 280L | 280L | 280L | 280L |
| Max trunk volume | 335L | 335L | 335L | 335L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 52L | 52L | 52L | 52L |
| CO2 emissions | 184g/km | 184g/km | 184g/km | 184g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 2) 424 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 1) 385 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i 326 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 5,800-6,000 rpm | 1,300-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 5,800-6,000 rpm | 1,300-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 5,800-6,000 rpm | 1,300-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 5,800-6,000 rpm | 1,300-4,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.1 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.9 s | 4.3 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.8 s | 13.4 s | 15.2 s | 18.2 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.7 s | 8.0 s | 8.2 s | 8.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.9 s | 10.3 s | 10.6 s | 11.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.7 s | 12.2 s | 12.6 s | 13.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 199 km/h 124 mph | 192 km/h 119 mph | 184 km/h 114 mph | 174 km/h 108 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 489 hp 365 kW |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 424 hp 316 kW |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 385 hp 287 kW |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 326 hp 243 kW |
BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp has 163 hp more than BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i 326 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i 326 hp and BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp: 163 hp (122 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 698 Nm 514 lb-ft |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 549 Nm 405 lb-ft |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 3.9 s |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 4.3 s |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 4.5 s |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 5.0 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp and BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i 326 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 2) 424 hp and BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 1) 385 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 302 hp/t 225 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 262 hp/t 195 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 237 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 201 hp/t 150 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 489 hp 365 kW | 3.9 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 424 hp 316 kW | 4.3 s | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 385 hp 287 kW | 4.5 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 326 hp 243 kW | 5.0 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp |
| 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 3.9 s |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 5.0 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | 302 hp/t 225 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | 262 hp/t 195 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | 237 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
| BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | 201 hp/t 150 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 3)489 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 2)424 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i (Stage 1)385 hp | BMW2 Series Convertible (F23)M235i326 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 489 hp 365 kW | 424 hp 316 kW | 385 hp 287 kW | 326 hp 243 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 698 Nm 514 lb-ft | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 549 Nm 405 lb-ft | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.9 s | 4.3 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | 1,620 kg 3,571 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km 29.8 mpg US 35.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 658 km 409 mi | 658 km 409 mi | 658 km 409 mi | 658 km 409 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 184 g/km | 184 g/km | 184 g/km | 184 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 280 L 9.9 cu ft | 280 L 9.9 cu ft | 280 L 9.9 cu ft | 280 L 9.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 302 hp/t 225 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 262 hp/t 195 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 237 hp/t 177 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 201 hp/t 150 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp | BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 2) 424 hp | BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 1) 385 hp | BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i 326 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK | 7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.83 LC100 km | 13.83 LC100 km | 13.83 LC100 km | 13.83 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi | 22.25 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal | 1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,074 LC/year | 2,074 LC/year | 2,074 LC/year | 2,074 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 3) 489 hp
- Has 65 hp more
- Has 90 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 2 km/h (1 mph) higher top speed
- Has 40 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) M235i (Stage 2) 424 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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