How much is a 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran TourerDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran TourerDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €17,950, based on 5 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer depreciate per year?

A BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer loses roughly 7.3% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran TourerDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran TourerDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer2018

Diesel

17 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

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Updated 9h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€17,950

private sale ~€16,715 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€12,215 – €14,833

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

77k km

typical 77k km

Days listed

17d

avg on market · demand 58/100

AI Market Summary

Excellent practicality and comfort for families; spacious interior, good boot space, and reliable auto transmission for daily driving.
Mileage significantly below Irish average (77k vs. typical 96k–176k for age) — verify service history carefully, as urban-only short trips may mask hidden DPF regeneration problems.
N47 diesel timing chain tensioner fails prematurely; listen for cold-start rattling and confirm full service records. DPF clogging common on low-mileage cars; EGR carbon buildup causes rough idle and power loss.
Before purchase, run full diagnostic scan for fault codes, especially DPF and EGR warnings; request complete stamped service history to confirm regular motorway runs.
Pricing stable year-on-year and mid-range relative to competitors — fair value if service history is solid, but negotiate down if any engine warning lights present.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Spec data not yet available for this diesel variant.

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Reliability & Safety Recalls

BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer diesel offers practical family transport but suffers from typical BMW diesel complexity and cost. Ownership experience is mixed; fuel economy is good but repair costs are high, and common issues with the N47 diesel engine and DPF system are well-documented. Not exceptional value for money due to servicing and parts expenses.

Known issues

N47 diesel engine timing chain tensioner failure (premature wear), leading to rattling on cold start and potential catastrophic engine damage if ignored
DPF (diesel particulate filter) clogging and regeneration issues, particularly on vehicles with low annual mileage or short urban journeys
EGR valve carbon buildup causing loss of power, rough idling, and fault codes
Gearbox judder and hesitation on low-speed manoeuvres, especially with the 8-speed automatic variant
Thermostat housing plastic failure causing coolant leaks (common at 80,000+ miles)
Electrical gremlins including intermittent dashboard warning lights and infotainment system freezing

Good for

Spacious interior and flexible seating for families; genuinely practical family hauler
Reasonable fuel economy on motorway driving (45–50 mpg real-world with diesel)
Comfortable ride and good visibility for a compact MPV
Reasonable boot space with rear seats folded (up to 1,600 litres)

Years to avoid: 2015, 2016, 2017

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls2 found

Brakes2018

Rear brake hose routing risk of contact with suspension components, potentially causing brake fluid leakage

Remedy: Repositioning and securing of brake hose with additional clip

2018/0294

Fuel System2017

Fuel pump electronic control unit may short-circuit, risk of fuel leakage and fire

Remedy: Replacement of fuel pump control unit

2017/0281

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

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