Hide the popular MPV take on a new look BMW 2-Series active Ziala 223i trial ride the second generation

Interior Design from Pure EV to iX

BMW 2 series active bulldozer 223i (European specification)

BMW's MPV, the active Tula, may be a car that old fans of the brand do not stick. Nevertheless, the first generation sold about 430000 vehicles around the world through the eight-year model. Because it is so supportive, it is only natural to evolve to the second generation. [photo] FF's BMW 2-Series active bulldozer and Gran Coope Europe's competitive model and car composition and design are similar to the original generation, which can be understood given their popularity. However, the sharp Didier's handling and strained noodle composition also have a sense of freshness. It is conceivable that the aerodynamic characteristics are better than ever before. The fuselage size of the second generation active dresser is 4386 mm in length, 1824 mm in width and 1576 mm in height. Compared with a series of hatch backrest, it is 67 mm long, 25 mm wide and 142 mm high. It is equipped with wide-open doors in high proportion, so it is very easy to get on and off the bus. The same is true in the back seat. Interior decoration has launched a design that is compatible with iX, which serves as the flagship of BMW's pure EV. In particular, the instrument panel 10.3 inch, I drive infotainment with 10.7 inch monitor lasting 2-sided panel, slow bending has an advanced feeling. I found it easy to deal with, and the rotor controller of the I drive disappeared. Almost all in-car functions are operated by touch monitors. A button for a shift selector and an electric parking brake is arranged on the central console part suspended between the front seats. On the console on the side of the floor, the cup holder and the seemingly convenient locker opened their mouths wide open. The door pocket is also very big.

The head turning property is excellent, and it is easy to run in the low speed range.

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The seat of the driver's seat is 120 mm higher than the series on the back of the door. The front view is excellent, and the side and rear visibility is also good. It's easy to drive even in a crowded urban area. The advantage of the new active bulldozer is its ingenious interior packaging as an internal combustion engine model. Not only is the passenger space wider than ever, but a 470L baggage compartment can be obtained if the rear seat slides forward. By the way, it is 90L wider than the first series. The initial models available vary from market to market, but there are seven types: 218i and 220i, 223i, 218d, 225ex drives and 230e x drives. The test rides are 220i and 223i, both of which are 2.0L4 cylinder turbines combined with 48V hybrid power. The transmission only has the new 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which is of unlimited grade. 223i, optional or four-wheel drive. The author's straightforward impression of driving 223i is that it is good to look back and is especially easy to drive in the low speed range. With full and correct maneuverability. The gasoline turbine engine has also been greatly improved, equipped with a hybrid motor of 19ps, with a maximum output power of 218ps and a maximum torque of 36.5kg-m. Very smooth, enthusiastically let the initiative promoters run. Even if the speed is increased, it is quieter than the competitor's unit. It blows well, too. Double clutch AT, complete the speed change quickly and smoothly. According to BMW, the acceleration time of 0-100 km / h is 7.0 seconds. WLTP values range from 15.2 km/L to 16.7 km/L. It's not bad considering the size.