BMW 228i vs BMW 228i xDrive
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 BMW 228i xDrive
Overview
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | BMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 228i | 228i xDrive SULEV |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | BMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,850 (best) | $34,850 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | BMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 13.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | BMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | BMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,295 lbs (best) | 3,470 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 105.9 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 174.7 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | BMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEV |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 228i | BMW 228i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228i $32,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 228i xDrive SULEV $34,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 228i SULEV $32,850 MSRP | 228i xDrive SULEV $40,650 MSRP |
| 3 | 228i SULEV $38,650 MSRP | — |