2024 BMW 2 Series M240i

The 2024 2 Series is BMW's entry-level coupe and Gran Coupe, the smallest model in the lineup and the one to pick if you want a compact, driver-focused BMW. It's a genuinely fun car to drive, with sharp steering and a balanced chassis that makes it feel nimble on a back road. The cabin is snug in the back, but the front seats are supportive and the materials feel a step above the price point. The standard tech includes a crisp touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the usual driver assists like forward collision warning and lane departure warning. The M240i is the step up from the 230i and the step below the M2, trading the 230i's four-cylinder for a six-cylinder while staying more livable than the track-focused M2. Its 3.0L I6 makes 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, routed through a eight-speed automatic to the rear-wheel drive, which gives it a planted, tail-happy feel that's rare in a modern coupe. The M240i comes with an adaptive M suspension as an option, which lets you soften the ride for daily driving or firm it up for canyon carving.