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A HOOT TO DRIVE, BUT THE REAR SEAT IS TOO TIGHT

- VIKRAM CHAUDHARY

THE BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is possibly the most stunning small sedan in India. It's got a shark-like face, frameless doors, coupe-like design, and a crouching stance.

I spent a couple of days with this entry-level BMW, and found that there isn't much entry-level about it — in terms of luxury, gadgetry, power, or even price. Or is there?

What's a Gran Coupé?

A coupé is a car with a sloping rear roofline and two doors; BMW's Gran Coupés are four-door coupés. The 2 Series Gran Coupé was first launched in 2020, and this is the second-generation model.

How's the cabin?

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