BMW has announced the 2022 2-Series Coupe will be unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 8th.
The company is keeping details under wraps, but noted this will be their first world premiere at Goodwood. BMW went on to say the coupe will be unveiled at 9:00 a.m. local time and race up the hill 40 minutes later in the First Glance category.
While BMW didn’t have much to say about the car, the automaker has previously confirmed the 2022 M240i xDrive Coupe will have a TwinPower Turbo six-cylinder engine that produces 368 hp (275 kW / 374 PS). It will be connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission, which sends power to an all-wheel drive system with an M sports rear differential.
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BMW has said the coupe has a “significantly increased” track as well as 12% more torsional stiffness than its predecessor. The company has also confirmed the coupe will go into production this summer and be offered with a Variable Sports Steering system as well as an Adaptive M Chassis.
As for styling, previous pictures have shown the model will feature a modern design with a wider grille and recessed headlights. The coupe will also have streamlined bodywork, an edgier rear end, and a higher quality interior with a digital instrument cluster as well as a larger infotainment system.
Besides introducing the 2-Series Coupe, BMW will use the Goodwood Festival of Speed to stage the UK premieres of the i4 and iX. The company will also be showcasing the M4 Competition x KITH, M5 CS and several motorcycles including the M 1000 RR.
