Australian specifications and pricing have been revealed for the updated 2018 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, the Bavarian brand’s most unnecessary model will be priced from $49,500 plus on-road costs.
 
Making up the refresh is a restyled exterior and interior as well as an updated drivetrain.
 
For 2018, the 2 Series Active Tourer will be available as a single variant, the 220i Luxury Line.
 
Exterior changes come in the form of a bolder appearance, new LED headlights and front fog lights, hexagonal DRLs, a revised and enlarged kidney grille and single-piece front apron.
 
At the rear, a redesigned Luxury Line rear apron is found which has made room for new 90mm twin exhausts for a sportier aesthetic, further emphasized by new 18-inch light alloy wheels.
 
Sunset Orange and Jucaro Beige metallic colours join the pallet taking the options to 12 exterior paint finishes. With the M Sport Package fitted Estoril Blue joins the list, as do five additional wheel choices.
 
On the inside, a new gear selector and redesigned seats covered in Dakota leather with extended seat cushions are standard.
 
There’s also an automatic tailgate allowing access to the 468-litres of storage capacity.
 
Infotainment is displayed on a new 6.5-inch colour touchscreen which includes satellite navigation as standard with the iDrive6 system, an 8.8-inch touchscreen is an option.
 
Power comes from an updated 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine which produces 141kW and 280Nm. The torque converter automatic has been replaced by a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that sends power to the front wheels – yet it’s still a BMW.
 
For an MVP, the 0-100km/h time of 7.4 seconds is reasonable.
 
As well as the M Sport Package there are two further packages which can be optioned  - the Innovations Package and the Comfort Package.
 
The BMW 2 Series 220i Active Tourer is available across Australia now from $49,500 plus on-road costs.
 
BMW 220i Active Tourer equipment highlights:
  • Multi-collision braking function
  • Cruise control with braking function
  • Driving Assistant
  • Front and rear Park Distance Control
  • Parking Assistant
  • High-beam Assist
  • Auto wipers and headlight activation
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Rear seat with 40:20:40 split capability
  • BMW Connected +
  • ConnectedDrive Services
  • DAB+ digital radio
                       
Options:
 
M Sport Package
  • M badging and detailing
  • M Dakota leather upholstery
  • BMW Individual Anthracite roofliner
  • Aluminium Hexagon interior trims with Pearl Chrome accents
  • M leather steering wheel
  • Sports seats for driver and front passenger
  • 18-inch BMW M light alloy wheels
  • BMW Individual High-gloss Shadow Line exterior trims
  • M Aerodynamics Package
  • M Sport Suspension
Innovations Package
  • BMW Head-Up Display
  • ConnectedDrive Freedom with Concierge Services
  • Driving Assistant Plus including Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, front cross traffic warning, Lane Keeping Assistant and Crossroads warning
  • Navigation system Plus, with 8.8-inch high-res screen
Comfort Package
  • Comfort Access
  • Electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger
  • Electric seat adjustment with memory function
  • Seat heating for driver and front passenger
2018 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer pricing (excludes on-road costs):
 
220i Luxury Line – $49,500
 
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