BMW 2-Series BMW 2-Series

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BMW 2-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (14%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)

Other (12%)

Chart based on 85 repairs.
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BMW 2-Series engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (73%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 248hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

68000 mi Loose coolant overflow hose 

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2017 BMW 2-Series 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 248hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

17000 mi Low coolant light came on, system had to be purged and coolant topped off. 

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2016 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

7000 mi Loud knocking sound when cold. Dealer says it's normal but can't show me another car on the lot with a N55 engine that has the same issue. Next oil change I'm going to try a different dealer and have them evaluate the knocking sound again. 
35000 mi

US $45
Coolant hose broke at the barb. Bought new one, replaced it. Work done by owner. 

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2016 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

3000 mi Electronic waste gate malfunction. 

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2016 BMW 2-Series 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

57000 mi

US $50
Replacement of the oil pan gasket that had developed a leak 

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2015 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

21000 mi Exhaust rattle at precise low temperatures. The exhaust flap/valve (that's used to make it quieter/louder) was replaced. 

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2015 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

17000 mi Electric cooling fan in front of the radiator stopped working. Replaced and car is fine now. 

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2015 BMW 2-Series 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

86000 mi

US $500
Thermostat replaced. 

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2014 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

73000 mi

US $1918
Replace valve cover and valve cover gasket 
37000 mi Check engine light due to Bad O2 Sensor Heater, replaced O2 sensor 

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2014 BMW 2-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

47000 mi

US $337
Thermostat failure 

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BMW 2-Series Engine Problems

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