How much is a 2016 BMW 2 SeriesPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 BMW 2 SeriesPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €14,398, based on 12 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 BMW 2 Series depreciate per year?

A BMW 2 Series loses roughly 12.6% 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 2016 BMW 2 Series 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 2016 BMW 2 SeriesPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 BMW 2 SeriesPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

BMW 2 Series2016

Petrol

€11,950ROI listing median

NI import est.€15,560

ROI cheaper by ~€3,610

20 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on C (est. ~140 g/km) (26%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€10k – €15k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 8h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€11,950

private sale ~€11,176 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€7,000 – €8,500

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

78k km

typical 77k km

Days listed

20d

avg on market · demand 48/100

AI Market Summary

Median mileage of 77k km is notably below expected 120k–220k km range — verify mileage history and service records carefully before proceeding.
Solid compact performer with good handling and efficient engines, but petrol direct injection models prone to carbon buildup after 60,000 km affecting idle and power.
Timing chain tensioner wear common on N20/N26 petrol engines — listen for rattling on cold start; get a full engine inspection by BMW-trained mechanic.
Electronic parking brake failures reported; inspect brake operation, check for corrosion around EPB module, and confirm warranty or recent replacement before committing.
Price sits mid-range for age and mileage — fair value if service history is complete and engine/brake systems recently inspected or replaced.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Spec data not yet available for this petrol variant.

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Reliability & Safety Recalls

BMW 2 Series 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 BMW 2 Series petrol is moderately reliable but ownership costs can be higher than competitors due to parts and labour rates. Early examples suffer from carbon build-up on direct injection engines and occasional electrical niggles, but major mechanical failures are not widespread. Fuel economy is reasonable for the class, though real-world figures lag WLTP claims.

Known issues

Carbon build-up on direct injection petrol engines causing rough idle, reduced power, and increased fuel consumption after 60,000+ miles
Timing chain tensioner wear leading to rattling on cold starts, particularly in N20/N26 engines
Electronic parking brake (EPB) malfunction and corrosion causing intermittent failure
Double-clutch transmission (DCT) shudder during low-speed city driving and gear selection delays
Water ingress into door handle electronics and window regulators causing electrical faults
Oil leaks from valve cover gasket and timing cover seals