Talking Cars 477: What Is the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?
Plus, the podcast panelists reassure listeners about gas pump contamination and explain how they rate cars across categories
Main theme: BMW redesigned one of its most controversial vehicles, and we just bought one for our test program. It’s called the Gran Coupe, but it has four doors. And it’s called a 2 Series, but it’s a front-wheel drive, unlike the 2 Series coupe. Where does it fit in the BMW lineup, and who is it meant for? Our panelists attempt to translate German to figure out what’s up. Then we explain why some dual-clutch transmissions—like the one in the new Gran Coupe—feel so “lurchy” in stop-and-go traffic.
Audience Questions
• When I’m pumping premium gas into my car, should I be worried if some leftover 87-octane fuel in the hose gets into the tank?
• How do your ratings take into account differences between vehicle categories? Is a sport sedan with top-rated handling comparable to an SUV with top-rated handling?
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