BMW M235i 0–60 Times
The BMW M235i 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 15 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested BMW M235i is the 2025 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance), which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.20 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.90 seconds at 108.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested BMW M235i is the 2014 BMW M235i Coupe, which took 5.20 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.00 seconds at 102.0 mph, according to Motor Week.
Out of all the BMW M235i tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.56 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.21 seconds at 106.27 mph.
Fastest Stock 0–60
4.20sec
2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance)
Fastest Overall
4.20sec
2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) · modified
Avg ¼ Mile
13.21sec
@ 106.3 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
5.20sec
2014 Coupe
Across 15 verified runs, the BMW M235i ranges from 4.20 to 5.20 seconds 0–60, with a 4.56-second average.
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BMW M235i Performance Overview
BMW’s M235i performance story spans 2014 to 2026 in this dataset, covering 15 verified tests across five model years. It began with the F22 coupe, where the turbocharged 3.0-liter N55 inline-six produced 320 hp and established the model’s early benchmark: the 2014 Coupe reached 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, while the slowest recorded launch in the sample was also a 2014 Coupe at 5.2 seconds. Across the F22/F23 era, nine tests averaged 4.64 seconds to 60, defining the rear-drive, six-cylinder phase of the nameplate.
The next shift came with the F44 Gran Coupe from 2020, when the M235i moved to a turbocharged 2.0-liter B48 four-cylinder with 301 hp and xDrive all-wheel drive. That change produced a new recorded best of 4.2 seconds to 60 in the 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance). In the current G42-era data set, the formula remains gasoline-only and turbocharged, with output at 312 hp. The quickest current result is the 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) at 4.2 seconds to 60 and 12.9 seconds at 108 mph in the quarter-mile, placing today’s M235i at the sharp end of its measured range.
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BMW M235i 0–60 Times by Generation: F22 to G42
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G42 | 2022–present | 4.30s | 4.20s — 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) | 3 | The G42 generation (2022–present) averaged 4.30 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) at 4.20 seconds. Output was 312 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
| F44 | 2020–present | 4.57s | 4.20s — 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) | 3 | The F44 generation (2020–present) averaged 4.57 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) at 4.20 seconds. Output was 301 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
| F22 | 2014–2021 | 4.64s | 4.30s — 2014 Coupe | 9 | The F22 generation (2014–2021) averaged 4.64 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2014 Coupe at 4.30 seconds. Output was 320 hp across 3.0L Turbo I-6 configurations. |
G42
2022–present
Avg 0–60
4.30s
Fastest
4.20s
Tests
3
2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance)
The G42 generation (2022–present) averaged 4.30 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) at 4.20 seconds. Output was 312 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
F44
2020–present
Avg 0–60
4.57s
Fastest
4.20s
Tests
3
2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance)
The F44 generation (2020–present) averaged 4.57 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) at 4.20 seconds. Output was 301 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
F22
2014–2021
Avg 0–60
4.64s
Fastest
4.30s
Tests
9
2014 Coupe
The F22 generation (2014–2021) averaged 4.64 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2014 Coupe at 4.30 seconds. Output was 320 hp across 3.0L Turbo I-6 configurations.
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BMW M235i 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
15 tests · 5 years
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2026 BMW M235i
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
4.40
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
13.00
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#05
2026 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance)
4.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.00s
¼ mi @ 107.6 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 4.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 107.6 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 7A
- Horsepower
- 312 hp
- Torque
- 295 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,700 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.9 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 24 C / 33 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #5 of 15
How we verify BMW M235i performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same BMW M235i trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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BMW M235i 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
0–60 →
¼ mile →
Fastest
Recorded run
Slowest
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BMW M235i performance FAQs
10 questions
The 2026 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. The recorded quarter-mile time is 13.0 seconds at 107.6 mph. That current-year test was for the stock xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) with 312 hp, 295 lb-ft, AWD, and a curb weight of 3,700 pounds.
The quickest BMW M235i on record runs 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds. That mark has been achieved by the 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) and also by the 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance). The fastest quarter-mile result is 12.9 seconds at 108 mph from the 2025 Shadowline M Performance car.
The fastest stock BMW M235i on record is the 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) at 4.2 seconds from 0-60 mph. That makes it the quickest production-spec result among stock or production cars. Overall, BMW M235i tests average 4.56 seconds to 60 mph across 15 recorded runs.
Across 15 recorded BMW M235i tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 4.56 seconds. Average quarter-mile performance is 13.21 seconds at 106.3 mph. The quickest run to 60 mph is 4.2 seconds, while the slowest recorded result is 5.2 seconds from a 2014 Coupe.
The F22 BMW M235i, covering the 2014-2021 2 Series Coupe/Cabriolet, averages 4.64 seconds from 0-60 mph across 9 tests. Its quickest recorded 0-60 time is 4.3 seconds, set by a 2014 Coupe. All F22 M235i examples on record use a turbocharged gasoline powertrain with 320 hp.
The F44 BMW M235i Gran Coupe averages 4.57 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. The fastest recorded F44 run is 4.2 seconds from the 2020 xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance). On record, F44 cars use a turbocharged gasoline setup rated at 301 hp.
The newest-generation BMW M235i listed under G42 averages 4.3 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 4.2 seconds from the 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance). Power is listed at 312 hp, with a turbocharged gasoline powertrain across those tests.
The xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) is quicker on record. It averages 4.43 seconds to 60 mph, compared with 4.66 seconds for the Coupe. The best xDrive Gran Coupe (M Performance) result is 4.2 seconds, while the best Coupe result is 4.3 seconds, giving the Gran Coupe a slight edge.
Yes. The xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance) averages 4.25 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best of 4.2 seconds. The regular xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline) records 4.8 seconds to 60 mph. That gives the Shadowline M Performance version a 0.55-second advantage on average in recorded testing.
The BMW M235i averages 13.21 seconds in the quarter-mile at 106.3 mph across 15 recorded tests. The quickest quarter-mile on record is 12.9 seconds at 108 mph from the 2025 xDrive Gran Coupe (Shadowline, M Performance). For the 2026 model year, the recorded result is 13.0 seconds at 107.6 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a BMW M235i can do, not a single marketing claim.
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