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[…]","datePublished":"2017-05-17","dateModified":"2017-05-18","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/BMW-2-Series-coupe-and-convertible.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/BMW-2-Series-coupe-and-convertible.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/bmw-2-series-facelifted\/","about":["HOT HATCH"],"wordCount":286,"keywords":["bmw","BMW 2 Series","bmw 2 series convertible","BMW 2 Series coupe"],"articleBody":"When a new generation car launches, you can bet your house on the fact that it will be refreshed, facelifted or updated within three or four years.These mid-life facelift exercises vary wildly in intensity, so when refresh time rolled around for the BMW 2 Series Coup\u00e9 and Convertible, we prayed any changes wouldn\u2019t ruin what was already a very handsome hatchback.Luckily, you\u2019d be hard pressed to spot the differences between the original 2 Series and the updated model. Sighs of relief all round.What’s new?Looks-wise, the front-end of the 2 Series now features new bi-LED headlights as standard with BMW\u2019s new hexagonal lighting signature, while buyers have the choice of upgrading to adaptive full LED headlights. There\u2019s a new wider kidney grille too, making the car look more menacing. Certain 2 Series models get new air intakes on the front apron too.Around the back, you\u2019ll find new LED taillights and the car itself is now available in three new colours – sunset orange, seaside blue and the darker Mediterranean blue – as well as with new alloy wheel options, upping design and colour combinations to 17.Inside, the cabin features a new black instrument panel and new air vents, while the centre console gets a black high-gloss finish.Also included is BMW\u2019s updated 8.8-inch iDrive system, making several connected services available including real time on-street parking information and traffic data.The engine range remains unchanged with three, four and six-cylinder petrol and diesel units available.Prices for the updated 2 Series have yet to be made official, but we wouldn\u2019t expect any major changes to the current pricing, which starts at \u00a323,530 for the 218i SE Coup\u00e9, rising to \u00a335,865 for the M240i."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Hot Hatch Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/hot-hatch-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"BMW 2 Series facelifted","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/bmw-2-series-facelifted\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]