BMW M235i xDrive

PetrolcompactGENERATION F44, 2019

306 hp, 4,9 s 0-100 : among the 22 compacts 2017–2021, the M235i xDrive ranks 19th of 22 in 0–100 km/h, 19th of 22 in Top speed, 22th of 22 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power
306 hp
450 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
4.9 s
VMax 250 km/h
Cons.
7.1 L
/100 km
Tank
50 L

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Displacement
1,998 cm³
Power
306 hp
Couple
450 Nm
Gearbox
Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Transmission
Integrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP
7.1 L/100 km
Tank
50 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
4,9 s
VMax
250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length
4,526 mm
Wheelbase
2,670 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Boot
430 L
Kerb weight
1,570 kg
Cd
0.3
CO₂ WLTP
162 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 22 compacts, the M235i xDrive ranks (in the bottom third) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

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Acceleration: 4.9 s 0-100 (19th of 22 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M235i xDrive ranks 19th of 22 in 0–100 km/h, 0.5 s off the reference BMW M140i xDrive (4.4 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (19th of 22 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 260 km/h.

Where the M235i xDrive stands against compacts

Comparison across 22 compacts marketed between 2017–2021.
0–100 km/h19e / 22
4,9 s
Min 5,6 s · Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI ClubsportMax 4,4 s · BMW M140i xDrive
Top speed19e / 22
250 km/h
Min 250 km/h · BMW M240iMax 260 km/h · Renault Megane 4 RS Trophy 300
Power-to-weight22e / 22
195 hp/t
Min 195 hp/t · BMW M235i xDriveMax 265 hp/t · BMW M2 Competition

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

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The full BMW 2 Series F44 range

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BMW M235i xDrive: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the M235i xDrive rank in its segment?

Among the 22 compacts 2017–2021, the M235i xDrive ranks 19th of 22 in 0–100 km/h (4.9 s, behind the BMW M140i xDrive), 19th of 22 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Renault Megane 4 RS Trophy 300), 22th of 22 in Power-to-weight (195 hp/t, behind the BMW M2 Competition).

How much does the M235i xDrive cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a BMW M140i xDrive instead?

The BMW M140i xDrive leads in 0–100 km/h (4.4 s vs 4.9 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the M235i xDrive vs BMW M140i xDrive duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.