
BMW 228 2025 Gran Coupe: 241 HP Turbo, 7-Speed DCT, Sleeker Design, iDrive 9 Tech Upgrade
BMW 228 2025 Gran Coupe review: new 241 hp 2.0L, 7-speed DCT, iDrive 9 and xDrive option. Pricing from $39,600, real-world 0–60 and mpg tested.
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BMW 228 2025 Gran Coupe review: new 241 hp 2.0L, 7-speed DCT, iDrive 9 and xDrive option. Pricing from $39,600, real-world 0–60 and mpg tested.
Kia's midsize sedan pairs a 2.5L turbo (290 hp, 311 lb-ft) with an 8-speed DCT, premium tech, and 27 MPG combined. Starting at $27,390, it undercuts rivals while delivering strong value.