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2025 BMW

230i Coupe

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

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2025 BMW 230i Coupe (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
35 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
296 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
2/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Safety NHTSA, model year

Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated steering wheelPackage only
  • Leather seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Memory seatPackage only
  • Panoramic sunroofPackage only
  • Ventilated seatsPackage only

Audio

  • Harman Kardon audioPackage only
  • Premium audio (any brand)Package only

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraPackage only
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Head-up displayPackage only
  • Parking sensorsUnconfirmedPackage only

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlPackage only
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorPackage only
  • Lane-keeping assistUnconfirmedPackage only

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Navigation systemStandard
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Wireless phone chargingPackage only

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlightsPackage only

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

34 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 6, 2026ENGINEB010126

    The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.

  • May 5, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB652025

    After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.

  • May 4, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYB641224

    1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats. Damage and/or issues caused by outside influences are not covered under the BMW limited warranties. Originally, the air vent slats were only repairable by replacing the entire front center dash vent assembly; which in some applications, also included the IHKA control module.

  • Apr 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB651226

    After updating the vehicle to I-level …25-07-5XX, the spoken language of the navigation instructions changes from the set language for the voice assistant without the customer initiating the change.

  • Apr 6, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB650926

    The customer reports that the Intelligent Personal Assistant (IPA) does not respond to the "Hey BMW" wakeup word, or to the push-to-talk (aka voice activation) button on the steering wheel. Also, various voice commands are possibly not correctly executed.

  • Mar 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERB120326

    PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (OBD)

  • Mar 18, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGB630925

    After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto 25-07-5xx, some of the interior ambientlighting strips (examples circled) may nolonger function properly. Possible fault codes entries for F74: 804A38 – Interior lights layering (IL-LIN_3): versioning incorrect: LINslave 5 804A39 – Interior lights layering (IL-LIN_3): versioning incorrect: LINslave 6 804A3E – Interior lights layering (IL-LIN_3): versioning incorrect: LINslave 11

  • Mar 17, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGB630725

    The check control message(s) for the (brakelights, taillights, side lights, turn indicator,daytime driving lights) taillamps (highlightedin orange in the photo) is intermittentlydisplayed. Possible fault codes entries 80801E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty 80819E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty 80831E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty 80849E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty

  • and 26 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.