Divisive Polarizing Love It or Hate It: The 2024 BMW X2 is Here to Make a Statement

The design direction for current BMW products can be described as polarizing, and the newly reworked BMW X2 is no exception. With two versions set to land in the US market, we're excited to take a closer look at what this all-new model has to offer.

The X2's sister car, the X1, retains a scaled-down SUV-like look, while the X2 leans into the SUV Coupe styling that's prevalent throughout the BMW lineup. This blend of sharp angles and puffed-out fenders against a curved roof line makes sense when considering BMW's description of the X2 as a "sports activity coupe." With its sleek design, it's no wonder this model is generating quite a bit of buzz.

In terms of dimensions, the X2 sits 7.6 inches longer than its sister car, while the wheelbase has been stretched nearly an inch and the width has grown just under an inch. Meanwhile, the height has increased by 2.5 inches – all in all, a significant increase that will likely provide more room for passengers and cargo.

BMW's design goals for the X2 centered around creating a "very vertical face" that flows seamlessly into a coupe-like body. While this goal is certainly met, it's worth noting that the model might be slightly deceptive due to its size. It can be fitted with 21-inch wheels, making it the first compact BMW ever to feature such large rims. The standard design elements include big, bold kidneys in the grill and quad headlights – options for illuminated kidneys are available for a bit extra.

One notable feature of the X2 is its increased passenger and cargo space ahead of the driver. A curved display integrates vehicle information on the left side of the dashboard, while infotainment handling occurs on the right. Standard-grade seats come with vinyl upholstery, but Alcantara trim bits are available as an option – these are standard on the m35i model. An M Sport package is also offered for those looking to upgrade their driving experience.

Subscribing to the BMW digital premium system allows users to download music videos and games to play in their car using the air console platform. Smartphones serve as wireless controllers, but users must be stopped before they can access this feature – it's still unclear whether games will be a hit with drivers or if the system will prove enjoyable.

The X2 is available in two flavors for the US market: the X Drive 28i and the m35i ex Drive. The former employs a turbocharged 2-liter 4-cylinder engine, delivering 241 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque – that torque is available all the way down to 1,500 RPMs. In contrast, the m35i features the same engine but with M upgrades like a stronger crank, revised cooling channels, and optimized oil delivery. This enables the model to easily handle 312 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Both engines send power to all four wheels and utilize a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox – paddles on the steering wheel are standard on the m35i, while they're an option for those opting for the X Drive 28i. The Adaptive M suspension system aims to provide different personalities depending on Comfort settings versus Sport settings – it also includes a sport steering setup that enhances feedback through the rack.

The mSport package adds larger brakes and some exterior design flourishes to the mix – these are standard on the m35i model. Interestingly, there's another model of the X2 slated for release in the US market – it's an electric version dubbed the I2. It seems like that gaming system could be put to better use within the cabin while the vehicle is charging.

The 2024 BMW xDrive 28i starts at $42,988, and the m35i ex Drive begins at $52,900. Customers can expect these models to arrive on dealership lots in March of 2024 – it won't be long before they're seen on the roads as well. However, there is already an X2 on the trails competing in the Rebel rally, which features The Talented Rebel team consisting of Rebecca Don and Sedona blin getting ready for rally duty. The X2 has been outfitted with BMW Fitted Falcon Wild Peaks and rotaform wheels – additional light pods have been added front and rear, along with custom skid plates and a spare tire carrier. Most notably, the vehicle sports a customized Tulie roof platform.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: endivisive polarizing love it or hate it that seems to be the design direction for current BMW products and this newly reworked BMW X2 is following right into the same world we've got two versions set to land here in the US so let's take a look and see what this allnew 2024 BMW X2 is all about well it's sister car the X one retains a scaled down SUV like look the X2 leans into the SUV Coupe styling World prevalent throughout the BMW lineup and honestly amongst the model lineups of many an automaker at the moment this thing is a mix of sharp angles against puffed out fenders and a curved roof line so it makes more sense when you consider BMW calls it a sports activity Coupe it sits 7.6 in longer while the wheelbase is up nearly an inch and the width is also grown just under an inch the height is is up 2 and 1/2 in BMW says the design goal was a very vertical face that flows back into a coupe-like body that seems to be exactly what we've got here so congrats on that however this thing might be size deceptive as it can be fitted with 21-in wheels this is the first compact BMW ever to get Hoops that large the standard BMW design elements are here of course with the big old kidneys in the grill and the quad headlights for a bit extra coin you can opt to have those kidneys light up too on the inside BMW increased passenger and cargo space ahead of the driver is a curved display that integrates vehicle information to the left and the infotainment is handled on the right the standard grade seats are vinyl but Alcantara is available of course you get Alcantara trim bits as standard on the m35i model but an M sport package is also offered on the X Drive 28i as well speaking of that curv display though this BMW allows you to subscribe to the BMW digital premium system this means you can download music videos and games to play in your car using the air console platform your smartphone acts as a wireless controller of course you need to be stopped to use this stuff but it will be interesting to see if the games are any good and if it's fun to use as for actual fun behind the wheel BMW is offering the x2 in two flavors here in the states the X Drive 28i uses a turbocharged 2 L 4cylinder to deliver 241 h power and 295 lb feet of torque and that torque is available all the way down at 1500 RPM jump to the m35i however and that same engine gets M upgrades like a stronger crank revised cooling channels and optimized oil delivery to easily handle the 312 horsepower and 295 lbet of torque on tap both engines send power out to all four wheels and both models utilize a seven-speed dual clutch gearbox paddles on the steering wheel are standard on the m35i and an option on the 28i also standard on the M35 and an option on the 28i is the Adaptive M suspension system the goal is a proper separation between Comfort settings and Sport to give the vehicle clearly different personalities the system also includes the sport steering setup that's designed to give you more feedback through the rack finally the mport package also includes larger brakes and some exterior design flourishes again these are standard on the m35i model there's another model of the X2 but we're not slated to get it oddly enough it's the I2 and it's a fully electric version seems like that gaming system could get put to better use on the inside of that one while you're off charging somewhere but maybe the price structure related to that specific version winds up costing far too much once it lands here in the states as it sits the 2024 BMW xDrive 28i starts at $42,988 and and the m35i ex Drive will start at 52,900 bucks customers can expect to see these start arriving on dealer Lots in March of 2024 and others on the road will then see an increased lack of directional usage to follow shortly after but there is one already out on the road well the trails you see BMW has built up an X2 to compete in the rebel rally which is going on right now it's being driven by The Talented Rebel team of Rebecca Don and Sedona blin to get it ready for rally Duty BMW fitted Falcon wild Peaks on a set of rotaform wheels added light pods front and rear a set of custom skid plates a custom spare tire carrier and a Tulie roof platform it's great to see BMW get involved in Rebel and it's cool to see an X2 set up like thisdivisive polarizing love it or hate it that seems to be the design direction for current BMW products and this newly reworked BMW X2 is following right into the same world we've got two versions set to land here in the US so let's take a look and see what this allnew 2024 BMW X2 is all about well it's sister car the X one retains a scaled down SUV like look the X2 leans into the SUV Coupe styling World prevalent throughout the BMW lineup and honestly amongst the model lineups of many an automaker at the moment this thing is a mix of sharp angles against puffed out fenders and a curved roof line so it makes more sense when you consider BMW calls it a sports activity Coupe it sits 7.6 in longer while the wheelbase is up nearly an inch and the width is also grown just under an inch the height is is up 2 and 1/2 in BMW says the design goal was a very vertical face that flows back into a coupe-like body that seems to be exactly what we've got here so congrats on that however this thing might be size deceptive as it can be fitted with 21-in wheels this is the first compact BMW ever to get Hoops that large the standard BMW design elements are here of course with the big old kidneys in the grill and the quad headlights for a bit extra coin you can opt to have those kidneys light up too on the inside BMW increased passenger and cargo space ahead of the driver is a curved display that integrates vehicle information to the left and the infotainment is handled on the right the standard grade seats are vinyl but Alcantara is available of course you get Alcantara trim bits as standard on the m35i model but an M sport package is also offered on the X Drive 28i as well speaking of that curv display though this BMW allows you to subscribe to the BMW digital premium system this means you can download music videos and games to play in your car using the air console platform your smartphone acts as a wireless controller of course you need to be stopped to use this stuff but it will be interesting to see if the games are any good and if it's fun to use as for actual fun behind the wheel BMW is offering the x2 in two flavors here in the states the X Drive 28i uses a turbocharged 2 L 4cylinder to deliver 241 h power and 295 lb feet of torque and that torque is available all the way down at 1500 RPM jump to the m35i however and that same engine gets M upgrades like a stronger crank revised cooling channels and optimized oil delivery to easily handle the 312 horsepower and 295 lbet of torque on tap both engines send power out to all four wheels and both models utilize a seven-speed dual clutch gearbox paddles on the steering wheel are standard on the m35i and an option on the 28i also standard on the M35 and an option on the 28i is the Adaptive M suspension system the goal is a proper separation between Comfort settings and Sport to give the vehicle clearly different personalities the system also includes the sport steering setup that's designed to give you more feedback through the rack finally the mport package also includes larger brakes and some exterior design flourishes again these are standard on the m35i model there's another model of the X2 but we're not slated to get it oddly enough it's the I2 and it's a fully electric version seems like that gaming system could get put to better use on the inside of that one while you're off charging somewhere but maybe the price structure related to that specific version winds up costing far too much once it lands here in the states as it sits the 2024 BMW xDrive 28i starts at $42,988 and and the m35i ex Drive will start at 52,900 bucks customers can expect to see these start arriving on dealer Lots in March of 2024 and others on the road will then see an increased lack of directional usage to follow shortly after but there is one already out on the road well the trails you see BMW has built up an X2 to compete in the rebel rally which is going on right now it's being driven by The Talented Rebel team of Rebecca Don and Sedona blin to get it ready for rally Duty BMW fitted Falcon wild Peaks on a set of rotaform wheels added light pods front and rear a set of custom skid plates a custom spare tire carrier and a Tulie roof platform it's great to see BMW get involved in Rebel and it's cool to see an X2 set up like this\n"