Which German automaker produced the BMW 2002? BMW produced it.
The BMW 2002 was a compact two-door car built by Bayerische Motoren Werke from 1968 to 1975. It belonged to BMW’s02 Series and was derived from the earlier 1600-2. By combining a relatively small body with a larger two-litre engine, it delivered lively performance without the cost or size of a luxury grand tourer.
The 2002 became especially important in North America, where it helped establish BMW as a maker of sporty, driver-focused cars. Its balanced handling, responsive rear-wheel-drive layout and practical cabin attracted enthusiasts. BMW produced more than 339,000 standard 2002s, with additional versions including the fuel-injected 2002 tii and the turbocharged 2002 turbo.
The number “2002” refers to the engine’s approximate two-litre displacement and the two-door body style. It is therefore not a model year. The car also helped set the stage for the BMW 3 Series, which replaced the 02 Series in 1975.