[Spy Photos] BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Spotted

A BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has just been caught testing and in these photos, we can clearly see some sort of small four-door coupe. At first glance, it looks like the upcoming 1 Series sedan but the C-pillar gives it away. Just from these spy photos, we can learn a bit about the upcoming 2 Series Gran Coupe. The first thing we noticed is just how small it is. Compared to the passengers inside the car, it looks positively smaller. It might just be what the market needs as cars now are getting larger and larger.

Also noticeable in these photos is the front-wheel drive set-up. There might have been some debate as to whether or not the upcoming 2 Series GC would be front or rear-wheel drive but we can be sure now because if the front brake caliper seen here. For context, if the brake caliper is ahead of the front axle center line, or on the front of the rotor, it uses rear-steer, which is when the steering rack is behind the front axle. This is the case with transverse-mounted engines, as there isn’t enough room to put the rack in front of the axle, where it’s ideal. So seeing the caliper ahead of the axle center line gives away its front-wheel drive nature.

While it might be disappointing for some, BMW’s UKL architecture can actually deliver. The 2 Series Gran Coupe seems to be the right size, will have optional-all-wheel drive and will likely be quite fun to drive.

Photo Source: Motor Trend