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2020 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe Review: The Ultimate Identity Crisis

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Back in 2014, BMW did the unthinkable and launched a front-wheel-drive car in Europe: the 2 Series Active Tourer, a small, minivan-like thing built on the Mini Countryman’s platform. Oh, how the faithful rended their garments in hysterics. How could makers of the Ultimate Driving Machines sell out with a front-wheel-drive vehicle in its lineup? … Read more

The 2025 BMW M235 Gran Coupe Is an ‘M2’ That Just Goes to a Different School

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One of the biggest points of criticism against the 2025 BMW M235 Gran Coupe among those who haven’t actually driven it is the notion that it “looks like a Kia.” The second big stylistic qualm with this car, particularly among the BMW purist crowd, is the “M235” badge on its trunk lid that’s has the … Read more