KUALA LUMPUR: The new BMW 218 Gran Coupé Sport is billed as redefining expectations in the premium compact segment, and is priced on the road, without insurance at RM218,800.
The price tag comes to RM240,500 for buyers who add on BMW Service & Repair Inclusive (consists of a five-year unlimited mileage warranty, along with five-year/100,000km of service coverage).
Its 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine produces 115kW (156hp) and 230Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed Steptronic dual-clutch transmission.
Acceleration from 0–100kph is achieved in 8.6 seconds, with a top speed of 230kph.
The 218 Gran Coupé Sport has a newly sculpted BMW kidney grille, framed by Adaptive LED headlights with anti-glare high beam and cornering function.
Meanwhile, rear design updates include vertical LED taillights and a newly contoured sport diffuser.
There are also Satin Aluminium accents, high-gloss black mirror caps, and 18-inch Bicolour alloy wheels.
The interior has the BMW Curved Display that integrates a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and 10.7-inch control display.
BMW Operating System 9 with QuickSelect offers smartphone-style navigation, personalised widgets, and natural voice command via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
There are also sustainable Black Veganza perforated upholstery, wireless charging and dual cup holders.
Standard kit includes automatic air conditioning, electric front seat adjustment with memory, anti-dazzle mirrors, and front sports seats.
Meanwhile, 430 litres of luggage capacity ensures versatility.
ARB traction control is integrated as standard, while Driving Assistant provides Lane Change Warning, Rear Crossing Traffic Alert with brake intervention, Exit Warning, and Predictive Forward Collision Warning for added safety.
Meanwhile, Parking Assistant includes Reversing Assistant (up to 50m) and a rear view camera.
BMW Digital Key Plus enables smartphones to unlock, start, and share vehicle access without the need for a physical key.
The 218 Gran Coupé Sport is available in Alpine White, Black Sapphire, and Cape York Green.
Also, BMW customers will be covered by BMW Proactive Care.
This service uses real-time sensor data to detect potential functional errors before they occur, alerting drivers via the My BMW App or iDrive.
With BMW Roadside Assistance, customers can receive 24/7 emergency support - including towing, courtesy cars, and hotel accommodation in the event of an unprecedented emergency.
With the Easy Drive Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the 218 Gran Coupé Sport can be owned with a monthly instalment plan starting from RM2,480 (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a five-year tenure), with free replacement car programme and BMW first year comprehensive motor insurance rebate of RM5,000.
With the Straight-Line Financing Plan, customers can own the 218 Gran Coupé Sport with a monthly instalment plan starting from RM2,582 (based on estimates of an 80% loan on a seven-year tenure).
