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BMW 2 Series
This small coupe is exhilarating to drive, with razor-sharp han-
dling and a sporty feel that is missing in other recent BMWs. The
230i is the base version and comes with a 248-hp, 2.0-liter four-cyl-
inder engine; the uplevel M240i has a terrific 320-hp, 3.0-liter turbo
six-cylinder that responds instantly to every prod of the throttle. A
365-hp M2 version with even sportier handling is available. The six-
speed manual and eight-speed automatic transmissions are slick and
super-responsive. The excellent front seats are very supportive, but
the rear seats are cramped. Interior appointments are first-rate, and
the iDrive control system is logical once mastered. All-wheel drive
and a convertible are available. Forward collision warning and auto-
matic emergency braking is standard.Overall Score 89
Predicted Reliability 30
Owner Satisfaction 40
Road-Test Score 98
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 04Base Price: $35,300-$58,900
Body Styles: convertible; coupe
Trim Lines: 230i, M2, M240i, M2
Competition
Drive Wheels: Rear, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 2 rear
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (248 hp);
3.0-liter 6 turbo (335 hp); 3.0-liter
6 turbo (365 hp); 3.0-liter 6 turbo
(405 hp)
Transmissions: 8-speed automatic;
6-speed manual; 7-speed sequentialLength (in.)..................... 175
Width (in.) ......................70
Height (in.) ......................56
Wheelbase (in.) .................106
Weight (lb.) ..................3,450
% weight front/rear ...........53/47Max. Load (lb.) ................ 805
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 14
Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NRPremium
CR overall mpg ..................2516 17 18
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Average 03Audi TT
The TT coupe and convertible use a 228-hp, 2.0-liter four-cyl-
inder engine; the TTS features a 288-hp version. The six-speed
dual-clutch automatic transmission swaps gears quickly, but some
vibration is noticeable at very low speeds. The car feels nimble and
entertaining, diving into corners with enthusiasm and a dash of
steering feedback. The ride is quite firm but not punishing, and noise
is kept at bay. Inside the snug interior is Audi’s digital instrument
panel, which incorporates all gauges and displays, and eliminates
the center-dash screen. HVAC and seat-heat controls are incorpo-
rated into the different dash vents. Overall, the TT is more about
style and technology than visceral sporty performance. There is also
a 396-hp, 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbo RS performance version.
Overall Score 78
Predicted Reliability 04
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 84
Front-Crash Prevention NABase Price: $44,900-$66,900
Body Styles: convertible; coupe
Trim Lines: 2.0T, RS, TTS
Drive Wheels: AWD
Seating: 2 front, 2 rear
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (228 hp);
2.0-liter 4 turbo (288 hp); 2.5-liter 5
turbo (394 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed sequential;
7-speed sequential
Length (in.)..................... 165
Width (in.) ......................72
Height (in.) ......................53
Wheelbase (in.) ..................99
Weight (lb.) .................. 3,140
% weight front/rear .......... 60/40
Max. Load (lb.) .................770
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 12
Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR
Premium
CR overall mpg ..................26 Better than average
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