The BMW 2 SERIES CONVERTIBLE (2017-21) 218I 2DR CONVERTIBLE 2.0 136 GPF SS EU6 M SPORT 6SPD is a premium compact, four-seat convertible rather than a practical family hatchback or SUV. Its folding roof gives open-air appeal, while the M Sport trim adds a more purposeful look. In the UK, it sits in a specialist part of the used-car market, competing with compact drop-tops such as the Audi A3 Cabriolet and MINI Convertible. Suited to couples, singles and small households, it handles commuting and weekends, though its rear seats and boot are less family-friendly than a hatchback’s. Sporty styling and open-air driving make it more characterful than an ordinary compact, while the 218i offers BMW design and refinement without a high-performance engine for everyday driving. mycarcheck’s 19 checks across seven VINs show averages of £25,200 valuation, 15,000 miles recorded, 18,000 annual miles and 0.3 previous keepers; this is a small sample.