BMW F22 F23 2 Series Wheels

BMW F22 F23 2 Series Wheel Performance

While the factory F22 and F23 2 series wheels were not as limiting as its predecessor, the new 2 series still left little room for wide wheel fitments and launched with sizing that compromised on tire width. With a capable chassis and potent engine options, a chassis-specific wheel fitment optimized for performance is one of the best modifications 2 series owners can make. We created flow formed wheels like the ARC-8, EC-7, SM-10 and FL-5, along with fully forged wheels like the VS-5RS specifically for the 2 series. Given the complex brake options available on the F2X cars, our F22 F23 2 Series Wheel and Tire Fitment Guide is a critical part of choosing your perfect setup.

About the BMW 2 Series

The F2X generation was released for the U.S. market for the 2014 model year. Just like the last model, the E8X 1 series, BMW only sold the Coupe (F22) and Convertible (F23) models here in the states. Over in Europe, BMW offered a three door (F21) and five door (F20) hatchback version. These models stuck out among the competition as they were one of the only RWD hatchbacks available. For the U.S, engine options came in the choice of the turbo charged 2.0l four cylinder, the N20, or a 3.0l turbocharged inline six, dubbed the N55. Both models were made available with a 6 speed manual transmission or the widely used ZF 8 speed automatic.

In 2016, BMW gave the 2 series a major facelift complete with upgraded engines. The 228i became the 230i and received the new B48 turbo charged four cylinder. The popular M235i gave up the N55 engine in favor of the new B58 bi-turbo inline six and became known as the M240i. Power figures increased to 258 hp and 335 hp respectively. Aside from the mechanical differences, the new facelifted models received an improved I-drive software along with subtle interior and exterior changes.

What Makes it a Good Track Car

The F2X generation handles just like a BMW should. Overall steering feel is nicely weighted and the car is easy to handle right at the limit. In a stock state of tune, none of the models are overpowered, but they do have ample grunt to set some pretty quick lap times. In general, these cars are pretty good when it comes to reliability on track. Like all BMWs there are some maintenance items worth mentioning. The early four cylinder models (228i) do feature plastic timing chain guides which can fail. While newer models are less likely to see an issue, as these vehicles age, it’s worth keeping an eye on and considering replacement.

Like most turbocharged engines, these cars respond very well to a software tune to get some more power. The B58 in the M240i especially, can be made to produce some impressive numbers. If you do go this route and plan to hit the track, just be sure to invest in some quality cooling mods to ensure temps don’t get too high out on the road course.

Regardless of what model you pick, the number one mod should be a wider set of F22 or F23 2 Series wheels and sticky tires. This will make a dramatic improvement in handling, as BMW left this car with too little grip even on the top of the line models.

If you would like to learn more, checkout this buyer’s guide from Jalopnik.com: BMW 2 Series: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide