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2020 Bmw M235i

The 2020 Bmw M235i is a compact car, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2020 Bmw M235i
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$48,000
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBmw
ModelM235i
Model year2020
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG32
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe335 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2950

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

M235i26 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 18% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$845/mo
Amount financed
$43,200
Total interest
$7,515
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (1)

  • VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS21V091000 · 2021-02-18

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. If the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2020 Bmw M235i?

The 2020 Bmw M235i is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway).

Is the 2020 Bmw M235i reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Bmw M235i. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Bmw M235i?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Bmw M235i costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2020 Bmw M235i?

The 2020 Bmw M235i is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC