BMW Australia has released pricing and new specifications for the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (SAT), which is available in November.
Scheduled to reach Australian showrooms in November this year, the new Tourer represents BMW’s push to compete in the Aussie market in the highly competitive ‘people mover’ category and the German manufacturers first step to capture first time buyers which include young families and new customers looking for a premium multi-purpose vehicle.
There will be three variants, based on the three different engines apart from the entry level model, BMW have also announced the 218d Active Tourer from $47,800 and the top-of-the-range 225i Active Tourer from $54,900. All three prices are MRLP.
Standard specification levels on the BMW 2 SAT include, BMW’s Driving Assistant, which includes Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning and Light City Braking, which will be standard on all variants, as will a rear view camera, Navigation System, Sensatec upholstery, a BMW Design Line Package and an automatic tailgate.
Together with a long wheelbase of 2,670 millimetres and raised roofline, this configuration enables the interior to be maximised. Driver and front passenger enjoy a far higher seating position than in a sedan, which affords an all-round view and easier access and egress.
The new BMW 2 SAT will be launched with a choice of three engines with either a three or four-cylinder drive unit that form part of a new generation of engines. They are installed transversely and come equipped with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, as well as complying with the EU6 emissions standard.
The three-cylinder petrol unit – the first ever three-cylinder for BMW – will come as standard on the BMW 218I SAT . Mated to a standard six speed automatic transmission, this engine has a displacement of 1.5 litres and generates 100kW of power and 220 Nm of torque, with fuel consumption at 5.2 litres per 100 km and CO2 emissions at 122 grams per km.
Topping the bill at market launch is the BMW 225i SAT, a two litre four-cylinder petrol engine which generates 170 kW and 350 Nm of torque. Fuel consumption for this engine is 6.1 litres per 100 km and CO2 emissions are 142 grams per km. An eight-speed Steptronic sport transmission is standard on this variant.
The four cylinder diesel engine found in the 218d SAT generates 110 kW of power and 330 Nm of torque. Teamed with a standard eight-speed Steptronic transmission, fuel consumption for this diesel is 4.2 litres per 100 km and CO2 emissions are 111 grams per km.
In addition, BMW service and selected maintenance costs can now be covered by a single, one-off advance payment with BMW Service Inclusive (BSI). BSI offers two packages: BMW Service Inclusive Basic provides scheduled servicing cover, while BMW Service Inclusive Plus combines scheduled servicing and selected maintenance items.
Based on individual lifestyle needs, a year range and kilometre option is selected, starting from 3 years/60,000kms. The BSI plan provides a long-term solution enabling cover to be extended and transferred to future vehicle owners before expiry.
Pricing
- BMW 2 SAT 218i $44,400
- BMW 2 SAT 218d $47,800
- BMW 2 SAT 225I $54,900
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