2014 BMW 228i Full Test

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2014 BMW 228i Full Test

Edmunds' full test of the 2014 BMW 228i includes on-road driving impressions, instrumented test data, specs, photos, video and more.

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joefrompa

13.5 sec @ 101mph is an amazing result in a ~3350 pound sled with a 2.0 liter turbo in it.

I strongly recommend providing a link in the article itself going to the full test results. I read the article, wanted more info, then had to search for the link. Poor design.

bankerdanny

I would point out that you actually exceeded the EPA rating when you were driving casually (read: normally), so that last caveat really isn't necessary.

fordson1

"In the absence of significant upgrades in the last six years, the coupe formerly known as the G37 is showing its age. Its V6 engine generates quite a bit more power than the 228i's four-cylinder, yet it still trails the BMW in acceleration." That's because it's NOT actually generating "quite a bit more power than the 228i's four-cylinder..." C'mon - this is a German car. It's underrated. They all do this, and have been for years. You've been testing cars for HOW long now - ?

markinnaples_

Wow, the pricing on these lines of vehicles is surprisingly high. I thought these were supposed to be "entry level?

themandarin

Perhaps the worst integration of navigation screen of any car

expensivehobby

I owned at 135i, fantastic little car, though it was rare that you actually were able to use all the power. This, despite being a 4-cylinder, is probably the smart way to go, providing you don't go crazy with the options and try to keep it mid-30s. I can't tell from the article if you can get a base model with the non-electronic steering, foregoing the so-called performance adjustability options.

fireflyer239

Wow, impressive 0-60 and 1/4! I'm currently driving a N/A BMW I-6 and love the smoothness, but if I were to drive the 4 cyl and found the smoothness/feel/sound acceptable, I'd pass on the 235 and go with the 228 instead, especially since it's available with the M pkg and adjustable dampers. I wonder what the wheel dyno #'s are...she's underrated for sure. Lots to like!

darthbimmer

I own an '08 135 and have been thinking about its replacement. I've eagerly awaited reviews about the new 2 series. I'm excited to see two things: First, that BMW didn't screw up the things that work, mechanically and stylistically, about the 1 series. Second, that the performance of the turbo-4 is dazzling and a compelling alternative to the turbo-6 of the 135/235. I do enjoy my 135 but I seldom dig all the way into the engine's power. The 228's acceleration numbers show that it should do everything I want my car to do while providing better fuel economy overall.

500rwhp

That's a lot of money for a compact car with a vinyl interior.