2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer — Full Specifications
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The 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer belongs to the First generation generation, built 2014–present. 2015 was year 2 of its run. The Second generation replaced it from 2021. Body styles: 5-door hatchback (Active Tourer), 5-door estate (Gran Tourer, 2014-2021). The engine range listed for this period includes 218i, 220i, 225i, 214d and more. Owners often keep a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
First generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer model years from 2014 belong to the same generation. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2015 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218i | Petrol | 1.5 L | 136–140 PS |
| 220i | Petrol | 2 L | 178–192 PS |
| 225i | Petrol | 2 L | 231 PS |
| 214d | Diesel | 1.5 L | 95 PS |
| 216d | Diesel | — | 116 PS |
| 218d | Diesel | 2 L | 150 PS |
| 220d | Diesel | 2 L | 190 PS |
| Body styles | 5-door hatchback (Active Tourer) · 5-door estate (Gran Tourer, 2014-2021) |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 6-speed Getrag manual · 6-speed Aisin TF-60SN automatic · 7-speed Magna 7DCT300 dual-clutch · 6-speed Aisin TF-60SN Steptronic (225xe) · 8-speed Aisin AWF8F automatic |
| Generation | First generation (F45 Active Tourer / F46 Gran Tourer) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
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Running Costs: 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer
Running costs for a 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer. Look the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer?
The 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer is part of the First generation (F45 Active Tourer / F46 Gran Tourer) generation, produced 2014–present.
What engines did the 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 218i (petrol); 220i (petrol); 225i (petrol); 214d (diesel); 216d (diesel); 218d (diesel); 220d (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer come in?
This generation was offered as: 5-door hatchback (Active Tourer), 5-door estate (Gran Tourer, 2014-2021).
What gearbox does the 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 6-speed Getrag manual, 6-speed Aisin TF-60SN automatic, 7-speed Magna 7DCT300 dual-clutch, 6-speed Aisin TF-60SN Steptronic (225xe), 8-speed Aisin AWF8F automatic, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2015 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer / Gran Tourer at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.