The debut is considered among the most important in the history of the German BMW; in fact, it opens the way for a whole series of new design possibilities. The new model , the Series 2 Active Tourer , not only represents the first example of a compact MPV of the brand, but it marks the debut of the new modular platform with front wheel drive UKL already used in the new Mini and perspective on all models from small and compact to BMW. The same baby Coupe Series 2 Convertible and the next, the Active Tourer distances himself from the “normal” Series 1, rather than aligning the models designed for leisure.
434 cm long, 180 wide and 155 high, the new BMW MPV has a wheelbase of 267 cm. In terms of design, the design team had the challenging task of giving forms in line with the tradition of the brand to a model that never before had entered in the programs of the German House. Of course, the Active Tourer has all the details typical of the stylistic BMW. Kidney grille, headlights and rear lights with four elements in L are found on all other models in the House of Monaco. Among the qualities that the new MPV aims to offer the versatility of use will be one of the most important for the Series 2 Active Tourer. This new five-door offers a luggage compartment of 468 liters capacity, which becomes 1,510 in the configuration of the maximum load.
The rear seat can be divided in the ratio 40:20:40, it is also smooth and has an adjustable backrest, while the floor of the luggage compartment can be folded, allowing access to a further auxiliary compartment. The tailgate can be fitted on request with “smart opener”, with opening and closing cycles. As for the mechanics , BMW makes use of a range of engines Twin Power Turbo made up of three new petrol and diesel three-and four -cylinder with direct fuel injection , made more environmentally friendly thanks to Efficient Dynamics package , all approved and Euro 6 especially arranged in the transverse direction on the front axle . All engines are offered as standard with Start & Stop and Brake Energy Regeneration system.
At the base of the range lies the 218i Active Tourer, which leads to the debut for the new BMW 1500 cc petrol three-cylinder 136 hp and 220 Nm from 1,250 rpm, launched the new generation of the Mini. The unit, coupled to the standard six-speed manual gearbox and equipped with a counterbalanced shaft to counteract the vibrations of the engine with this architecture consumes 4.9 l/100 km, 5.1 with automatic transmission, emitting 115 g / km of CO2, 119 with the automatic. The maximum speed of the 218i is 200 kmh; with a 0-100 kmh 9.3 seconds becomes 9.6 with the six-speed automatic transmission.
The second petrol version is the 225i, powered by the 2000cc four-cylinder turbo with 231 hp and 350 Nm at 1,250 rpm. Available only with the eight-speed automatic, the two-liter allows the Active Tourer 235 kmh and join in with the sprint from 0 to 100 kmh in 6.8 s, while consuming 6 l/100 km for petrol and emitting 139 g / km CO2. The only diesel engine will debut in the 2000 cc 150 hp and 330 Nm from 1,750 rpm in the 218d that offered as standard with the manual transmission and optional with the eight-speed automatic , allows the car to have a top speed of 205 kmh and an acceleration from 0 to 100 kmh in 8.9 s. The technical scheme of the car that hinges on a shell made of lightweight high-strength steels includes Macpherson strut front suspension and multilink rear: the front axle and the steering electro-hydraulic power assistance have been developed to ensure the typical driving dynamics of BMW models.
In addition to standard equipment and Luxury Sport , will be available from November Spor M dynamic package which will include aerodynamic modifications , specific trim and alloy wheels 17 or 18 ” , leather steering wheel and sport seats . Again in the autumn will come to complete the range of the four-wheel drive xDrive. ‘s new model , of course, has all the latest gadgets in the range Connected Drive : there are , among others, the assistant guide column and the adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go , with the first which occurs not only on the brakes and accelerator , but also on the steering wheel , according to the movements of the car in front. If I did not miss the entire latest app package, which includes Concierge Service and Real Time Traffic Information: new features can be purchased separately from the vehicle, at a later time, and just like the Smartphone app can be updated over the life of the vehicle. ‘s range of hi-tech equipment is completed by the Head -up display in color, with information projected onto the transparent screen positioned above the instrument panel.
