New Delhi: BMW India launched the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé ‘Black Shadow’ edition in the country at Rs 42.30 lakh (ex-showroom, India), and will be available in M Sport design scheme. The BMW 220d M Sport ‘Black Shadow’ edition will be locally produced at BMW’s plant in Chennai and is limited to 24 units only. What sets the special Black Shadow edition apart is the individualization content from the BMW Individual high-gloss shadow line package along with BMW ‘M’ Performance parts worth Rs 2.50 lakh. The first 24 customers will avail of the special edition kit at an exclusive price.

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé ‘Black Shadow’ edition has its own distinctive visual appeal which includes a high-gloss black mesh-style M front grille. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé ‘Black Shadow’ edition has its own distinctive visual appeal which includes a high-gloss black mesh-style M front grille, black exterior mirror caps, and BMW ‘M’ Performance rear spoiler in high-gloss black. The black chrome tailpipe finishers enhance the sporty rear of the car, while the 18-inch M Performance Y-Spoke Styling 554 M forged wheels in Jet Black Matt adds to the sporty visual appeal. The BMW Floating hub cap features the BMW logo which remains level at all times.

The BMW Floating hub cap features the BMW logo which remains leveled at all times. The interior of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé ‘Black Shadow’ edition is designed with a driver-focused cockpit and a large panorama glass sunroof. The newly designed sport seats with electrical memory function and generous cabin space offer rear passengers ample knee room. The large 430-litre luggage compartment can be expanded by folding down the 40/20/40 split rear seat backrest. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes 3D Navigation, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display with wireless Apple CarPlay, and a 10.25-inch Control Display. Hands do the talking with BMW Gesture Control that recognizes six pre-defined hand movements for control of a number of functions. The smartphone holder integrated into the centre console allows wireless charging for mobile phones. The parking assistant with a rearview camera and reversing assistant makes parking in tight spots easier.

At the heart is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, TwinPower Turbo diesel engine that produces 190bhp and 400Nm of maximum torque, coupled with 8-speed Steptronic sport automatic transmission. The car accelerates from 0 -100kmph in just 7.5 seconds. BMW also offers Launch Control, steering wheel paddle shifters, and cruise control with braking function for a better drive experience. The Driving Experience Control switch offers four driving modes - ECO PRO, Comfort, and Sport to suit individual driving styles.

The 18-inch M Performance Y-Spoke Styling 554 M forged wheels in Jet Black Matt add to the sporty visual appeal. Safety on board is handled by six airbags, Attentiveness Assistance, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, ARB technology (actuator contiguous wheel slip limitation system), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), electric parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensors, ISOFIX child seat mounting and integrated emergency spare wheel under the load floor.