2014 BMW 2 Series Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Coupe 2 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall 2015 →

Fuel tank capacity

13.7gal · 52 L

The 2014 BMW 2 Series has a fuel tank capacity of 13.7 gallons (52 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 438–493 highway miles or 301–315 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.7 gal · Smaller than 85% of 2014 models we list.

Highway range
438–493 mi
City range
301–315 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
25 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2014 BMW 2 Series fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 2 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
228i 2dr Coupe 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · RWD MPG 23 / 36Range 315 / 493 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A RWD 13.7 gal52 L 23 / 36 315 / 493 mi
M235i 2dr Coupe 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A · RWD MPG 22 / 32Range 301 / 438 mi 3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A RWD 13.7 gal52 L 22 / 32 301 / 438 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2014 BMW 2 Series goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 28 MPG, a full 13.7-gallon tank covers about 384 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.7493315
3/410.3370236
1/26.9247158
1/43.412379
1/81.76239

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 536 gallons, roughly 39 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
25 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
354 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2014 BMW 2 Series

$72.34 to fill the 13.7-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
13.7 galPremium$5.28$72.34$54.25

By region, 13.7-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$67.54
Midwest$5.37$73.57
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$62.61
Rocky Mountain$5.12$70.14
West Coast$6.08$83.30
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$87.13

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 13.7-gallon tank$72.34
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,829

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

2 Series tank size in other years

2014 is the first 2 Series model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2019 2 Series 13.7 gal 480 mi
2018 2 Series 13.7 gal 480 mi
2017 2 Series 13.7 gal 480 mi
2016 2 Series 13.7 gal 480 mi
2015 2 Series 13.7 gal 493 mi
2014 2 Series 13.7 gal 493 mi
BMW 2 Series fuel tank by model year

2014 BMW 2 Series vs similar 2014 coupes

The 2 Series has the smallest tank of the four 2014 coupes compared here: 13.7 gallons, against 23.8 for the Audi R8.

2014 modelTankLongest highway range
Audi R8 19.8–23.8 gal 547 mi
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG® GT 22.5 gal 428 mi
Porsche 911 16.9–18.0 gal 486 mi
BMW 2 Series 13.7 gal 493 mi

Other 2014 coupes of a similar size, one model per brand.

2014 BMW 2 Series fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2014 BMW 2 Series, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpMar 31, 2015 · NHTSA 15V189000 · Bmw Of North America, LLC · 18,054 vehicles

BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe, 428i Convertible, 428xi Convertible, 435i Convertible, 328xi Gran Turismo, 335xi Gran Turismo, and 2015 428i Gran Coupe, 428xi Gran Coupe, and 435i Gran Coupe vehicles. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 28, 2015. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2014 BMW 2 Series?

The 2014 BMW 2 Series holds 13.7 gallons (52 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2014 BMW 2 Series gas tank hold?

The 2014 BMW 2 Series tank holds 52 liters, or 13.7 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2014 BMW 2 Series go on a full tank?

About 438–493 miles on the highway and 301–315 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2014 BMW 2 Series go on a quarter tank?

About 123 highway miles or 79 in town from the 13.7-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.4 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2014 BMW 2 Series take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2014 BMW 2 Series?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 13.7-gallon tank from empty costs $72.34. It ranges from $62.61 in the Gulf Coast to $87.13 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2014 BMW 2 Series?

About 85 pounds for the 13.7-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2014 BMW 2 Series have a bigger gas tank than the Audi R8?

No. The 2014 Audi R8 holds up to 23.8 gallons; the 2014 BMW 2 Series holds up to 13.7.

Has the 2014 BMW 2 Series had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2014 BMW 2 Series: 15V189000 (delivery · fuel pump). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (BMW fuel system recalls).

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