2024 BMW 2 Series M240i xDrive

The M240i is the most potent non-M version of BMW's 2 Series Coupe, pairing a 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six with xDrive all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic. With 369 bhp and 500 lb-ft, it is rated at 4.3 seconds to 62mph, a figure that sits comfortably alongside much more expensive machinery from a few years ago. The B58 inline-six is one of the better engines BMW has built in recent years, and the xDrive system makes that performance usable in all conditions.

This 2024 car is finished in Brooklyn Grey over black Vernasca leather with blue contrast stitching, a combination that gives the otherwise restrained coupe some character inside. Options include the Comfort Pack with keyless entry, a heated steering wheel and a Harman Kardon surround sound system. It also has three-zone automatic climate control and Bluetooth connectivity.

It has covered 21,826 miles, which is typical for its age, and is offered with a petrol engine, automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. The M240i continues to be a sensible route into fast, usable BMW ownership without moving up to the price and complexity of the M2.