BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45
BMW's first front-wheel-drive venture, prioritising family practicality over traditional layout.
- Power
- 136 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.9 s
- Top speed
- 127 mph
About the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45
The F45 2 Series Active Tourer marked a radical departure for BMW as the brand's first front-wheel-drive production car and its first MPV-style hatchback. Built on the UKL2 platform shared with MINI, it was designed to compete directly with the Mercedes-Benz B-Class, offering a higher seating position and greater versatility than the 1 Series. The 218i variant features the B38 three-cylinder engine, which provides a balance of efficiency and sufficient torque for urban environments. While it lacked the rear-drive dynamics purists expected, it succeeded in attracting a new demographic to the brand through its premium interior and clever packaging.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 specs
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 produces 136 bhp (101 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.9 seconds and has a top speed of 127 mph (205 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | 2 Series Active Tourer |
| Generation | F45 |
| Trim | 218i |
| Years | 2014–2021 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbocharged inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,499 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 136 bhp (101 kW) at 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 127 mph (205 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,320 kg (2,910 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 103 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 2 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 fun facts
- The F45 was the first BMW-branded vehicle to use a transverse engine layout, a necessity for its front-wheel-drive architecture.
- Despite the '2 Series' name, the Active Tourer shares almost no mechanical components with the rear-wheel-drive 2 Series Coupé.
- The 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine in the 218i is essentially half of the 3.0-litre straight-six found in the M3 of the same era.
