Unless you have a microscope handy, you probably won’t be able to tell the difference between the facelifted 2018 BMW 2-Series and the older model. Nevertheless, BMW has detailed the updated range in a comprehensive gallery for your enjoyment.

As part of the 2018 LCI for the 2-Series, the automaker has adorned the entire range with a smattering of subtle changes to keep it looking fresh and feeling modern.

At the front, the updated car is fitted with bi-LED headlights as standard while bi-LED adaptive headlights are an option. Designers also tweaked the front kidney grille surround, made redesigned fog lights available and created different air intakes across the range. The rear makes do without a significant buttlift and only gets different taillights.

Like the 2018 1-Series facelift unveiled at the same time, some additional colors have been added to the options, namely Mediterranean Blue, Seaside Blue and Sunset Orange. There are also four new wheel designs and a host of minor interior changes, including a new instrument panel, air vents, chrome accents and an updated iDrive system.

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