The BMW X2 has defined the four door coupe crossover and that concept has spread to all four different crossover segments over the years. One of the most successful (in terms of sales) has been the X2. Today BMW is unveiling its latest crossover coupe – the all new 2024 BMW X2. The second-generation model makes its entrance, boasting distinctive design upgrades, enhanced technology, and a larger footprint. It also has a noticeably different, sloping rear design that will likely prove controversial.
| Model | MSRP |
| X2 xDrive28i | $42,000 + $995 D&H |
| X2 M35i xDrive | $51,400 + $995 D&H |
The 2024 BMW X2 will be unveiled at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo on October 26, 2023, and will hit the US market in March 2024. Production of the new BMW X2 will take place at the BMW Group Plant Regensburg, which has implemented an advanced digitalized and automated process for vehicle surface inspection, processing, and marking, utilizing AI-controlled robots.
In terms of its design and interior, the BMW X2 showcases a sporty and confident appearance with distinct proportions, lines, and surface treatment. It stands out from the BMW X1 with its unique exterior design and features a modern cockpit with digital innovations like the BMW Curved Display. Additionally, it offers ample interior space.
Compared to its predecessor, the 2024 BMW X2 has grown in size, with an increased length of 7.6 inches, now measuring 179.8 inches. It boasts a longer wheelbase of 106.0 inches (+0.9 inches) and a wider width of 72.6 inches (+0.8 inches). The larger wheels and wider tracks give it a more muscular stance, and its overall height has increased by 2.5 inches to 62.6 inches. These changes result in dynamic proportions, characteristic of a BMW Sports Activity Coupe.
Inside, the new BMW X2 comfortably accommodates five adults, offering increased shoulder and elbow room for both front and rear passengers. Rear-seat knee room has also expanded by one inch, and the rear seats can be folded in a 40:20:40 split configuration. With all seats in use, it provides 25.3 cubic feet of cargo space, which expands to a maximum of 51.7 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down.
The BMW X2 Design
The all-new X2 boasts a dynamic and confident appearance. Its design features stretched lines and a generous surface treatment with minimal character lines. The roofline flows seamlessly into the rear, creating a sleek coupe-like silhouette. The front end is upright, with pronounced wheel arches and a strong rear presence.
The exterior design of the BMW X2 emphasizes its unique character and distinguishes it from the compact BMW X1. It includes model-specific headlights, redesigned rear lights, and an optional illuminated BMW kidney grille that highlights the exclusivity of the X2.
The BMW X2 M35i xDrive performance model has unique design elements that promise dynamic driving pleasure. The X2 xDrive28i offers an M Sport package with aerodynamic details, and for the first time in a compact BMW model, 21-inch light-alloy wheels are available.
The front end of the BMW X2 features a reinterpretation of the BMW kidney grille and twin headlights, forming an almost hexagonal contour. The optional illuminated kidney grille gives it a distinctive appearance. The model-specific air inlet grille is finished in black high gloss.
The X2’s profile showcases its distinctive proportions with an upright front end, a long hood, raked A-pillars, and a dynamic roofline. Large wheels and black bordering at the lower body edge indicate its robust character. The design is characterized by clean body panel surfaces with minimal lines. The door handles are flush with the body, and the slender side window area features a tweaked Hofmeister kink. Shallow roof rails in black high gloss are available as an option.
The flared wheel arches and muscular shoulders continue to the rear, emphasizing width. The rear design includes character lines, horizontal rear lights, and a bold Gurney-style spoiler for added downforce.
The BMW X2 offers a wide range of exterior colors, including solid and metallic finishes. An M Sport package is available to enhance the dynamic appearance of the X2 xDrive28i.
Interior and Equipment
The interior of the new BMW X2 provides a premium ambience with added space compared to the previous model. High-quality materials, precise craftsmanship, and innovative details create a more modern and functional interior than we’d seen previously
The interior features a revamped display and control system with the new BMW iDrive and BMW Operating System 9. The focus is on touch and voice control through the BMW Curved Display and the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, reducing the need for physical buttons and switches.
The driving experience in the BMW X2 is characterized by a raised seating position and a driver-focused cockpit design. The modern interior design draws inspiration from the BMW iX, with a sleek instrument panel and a frameless BMW Curved Display. The center console includes a gear selector toggle and buttons for various vehicle functions, including the Start/Stop button, audio system volume control, hazard lights, parking brake, My Modes, and Park Assist. It also features cup holders and a smartphone tray with wireless charging.
Improved Seats
The newly developed seats in the X2 offer enhanced comfort and lateral support. They not only look stylish but also provide excellent lateral support during quick maneuvers, improved comfort on long journeys, and added functionality. These features are available in both standard and optional sport seats, which come with prominent bolsters, adjustable seat angles, depth, and optional lumbar support with massage function.
Veganza (Animal Free) Seating
The X2 comes with standard animal-free perforated Veganza seating surfaces in various colors, including Black, Mocha, Oyster, bi-color Red/Black, and bi-color Atlas Grey/Smoke White. The M Sport package includes Veganza/Alcantara sport seats in black with blue contrast stitching.
Panorama Skyroof
The optional Panorama Skyroof adds an exclusive touch to the X2, both inside and out. It features a dark-tinted glass surface that extends seamlessly from the windscreen to the rear roof section, allowing an abundance of natural light into the cabin. An electric interior roller blind is available for shading.
Performance and Updated Engines
The X2 xDrive28i is equipped with a revised 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine, featuring a Miller combustion cycle, dual injection, and modified combustion chamber geometry. It produces 241 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, allowing the X2 xDrive28i to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds.
Powerful X2 M35i xDrive: The X2 M35i xDrive, the most potent 4-cylinder variant, boasts a robust engine with enhancements like a stronger crankshaft, optimized oil supply for pistons, and advanced valve timing. It delivers 312 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, enabling it to reach 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds.
Both X2 variants feature a 7-speed Steptronic double-clutch transmission, known for its swift and seamless gear changes. It includes an automatic shift to “P” when the engine is off and a convenient electric parking brake.
The second-generation X2 has improved agility and cornering dynamics due to its lightweight but rigid body construction, longer wheelbase, wider tracks, and high-quality chassis components. It offers well-balanced and precise handling.
The X2’s front axle incorporates new components, enhancing steering feel and stability. The three-link rear axle has a unique design, providing precise wheel guidance and more space for passengers and cargo. The X2 features near-actuator wheel slip limitation, a traction control system integrated into the engine management for quicker and more precise response in challenging driving conditions.
The X2 xDrive28i comes with standard single-piston floating-caliper disc brakes, with an option for M Sport brakes. The X2 M35i xDrive features M Sport brakes as standard, and M Compound brakes are available as an option, offering efficient braking and lower weight.
M Performance Design of the X2 M35i
The X2 M35i xDrive showcases performance-oriented design elements, including a front apron with large air intakes, side skirt extensions, black M exterior mirror caps, and M-specific rear features. The M-specific grille and exhaust tailpipes further emphasize its high-performance character.
The X2 M35i xDrive boasts an M-specific cockpit with Alcantara-trimmed elements, a leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles, and illuminated M logo. Sport seats are available as an option.
iDrive 9 with Quick Select
The X2 features the latest BMW iDrive system with QuickSelect, designed for intuitive control and access to digital services. The system is based on BMW Operating System 9 and offers a user-friendly interface with touchscreen, voice control, and multifunction buttons.
BMW Operating System 9 allows for a highly customizable selection of digital services, offering various content, frequent updates, and improved accessibility to online services through BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades and BMW Digital Premium offerings.
At the core of the display and control system lies the standard BMW Curved Display, composed of a 10.25-inch information display and a 10.7-inch control display with a curved glass surface.
The new BMW Operating System 9 home screen on the control display continually showcases the navigation map or other user-configured graphics. On the same level, functional icons are organized vertically on the driver’s side of the display.
Drivers can easily switch between icons with a vertical swipe, and the QuickSelect feature allows the chosen function to be activated directly without navigating through submenus. A tap on the home icon swiftly returns to the home screen. Icons for quick access to climate control, All Apps, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto are now located beside the home icon.
The simplified menu structure streamlines the process of accessing desired functions and settings, aligning with BMW’s focus on driver-centric design.
Over-the-air Updating, Remote Software Upgrades, and BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades:
BMW maintains the world’s largest fully over-the-air upgradable vehicle fleet, with over five million such vehicles on the road. The Remote Software Upgrades function ensures the new BMW X2 stays up to date with the latest software, providing quality improvements and additional features as necessary.
The BMW Digital Premium offering introduces in-car access to various apps, like music and video streaming, news, and games, on a subscription basis, also covering data usage for all digital services and BMW ConnectedDrive Store apps, including music and video streaming.
A unique in-car gaming experience, offered in collaboration with AirConsole, provides a diverse selection of games that can be played when the vehicle is stationary, making for an exclusive offering in the automotive sector.
Audio streaming services and a wide array of video streaming content can be enjoyed with BMW Digital Premium, thanks to the powerful mobile reception enabled by the vehicle’s 5G antenna system and optional Personal eSIM.
Additional My Modes and Enhanced Personalization with BMW Digital Premium
The My Modes feature offers a choice of driving profiles like Personal, Sport, and Efficient Modes as standard, and BMW Digital Premium enhances this range with Expressive, Relax, and Digital Art Modes, allowing for further customization of control display readouts and interior lighting to suit the driving context, mood, and personal preferences.
BMW Digital Premium also provides additional lighting sequences for vehicle welcome scenarios, each with a unique style.
Extended Functionality for BMW Maps
The BMW Maps navigation system, part of the BMW Live Cockpit Plus, now offers a simplified destination entry, fast dynamic route calculation, and augmented view features for a more interactive navigation experience.
The BMW Digital Premium service enhances BMW Maps with real-time traffic information, 3D building visualization, parking facility information, and proactive traffic notifications. Turn-by-turn instructions and lane guidance are presented in a realistic manner through the information display and optional Head-Up Display.
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant now responds to voice commands for controlling functions like air conditioning. This feature comes in two visual variants and enhances the driver’s interaction with the system.
Smartphone Integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto:
Both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration is standard on the new BMW X2. The WiFi connection between the smartphone and the vehicle ensures a seamless integration of apps into the car’s display/operation system.
Personalization with BMW ID and My BMW App
Automated personalization based on the BMW ID enhances the user experience. Profiles are imported into the vehicle via a QR code sign-in, and the My BMW App provides information on vehicle status, remote operations, and various other features.
Proactive Care
Proactive Care is a platform that uses AI to detect servicing needs and suggests solutions to the customer without their intervention. BMW customers can benefit from a range of services, from remote diagnosis and software updates to appointment scheduling and more.
BMW Digital Key Plus
The Comfort Access option includes the BMW Digital Key Plus, enabling users to lock and unlock the BMW X2 with a smartphone or Apple Watch. The digital key can be shared with up to five other users.
Interior Camera and Driver Assistance Systems
The overhead interior camera allows passengers to take photos and record videos, which can be easily transferred to a smartphone. The camera also activates in the event of an alarm, recording video from the vehicle’s surroundings.
The new BMW X2 comes with advanced driver assistance features, including Forward Collision Mitigation, Active Blind Spot Detection, exit warning, and more. The optional Driving Assistant Professional adds a range of advanced features like Traffic Jam Assistant and hands-free driving.
Parking Assistant Plus offers parking assistance for parallel and perpendicular spaces and includes features like Parking View and 3D View for a comprehensive view of the vehicle’s surroundings.
The BMW Drive Recorder and Crash Recorder features record and store video images in the event of an accident. The Anti-Theft Recorder activates the cameras when the alarm system is triggered, sending video to the My BMW App for the customer to view.
2024 BMW X2 Photo Gallery
BMW X2 – Major standard equipment
- 19-inch Y-spoke bi-color wheels style 867 with all-season non-runflat tires (xDrive28i)
- 20-inch M V-spoke bi-color wheels style 873M with all-season non-runflat tires (M35i)
- 7-speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Transmission
- BMW Curved Display with iDrive 9
- Active Blind Spot Detection
- Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation
- Lane Departure Warning
- Active Park Distance Control
- BMW Navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- SiriusXM with 360L + 1 year Platinum Plan subscription
- LED headlights
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Black High-Gloss trim with Ambient Lighting (xDrive28I)
- Aluminum Hexcube trim with Ambient Lighting (M35i)
- Power tailgate
- Roof rails in Satin Aluminum (xDrive28i)
- Satin Aluminum Line exterior trim (xDrive28i)
- Shadowline exterior trim (M35i)
- Privacy glass
- Automatic high beams
- Illuminated Kidney Grill (M35i)
Major optional equipment.
- Convenience Package (xDrive28i)
- Power folding mirrors
- Comfort Access keyless entry with UWB technology for Digital Key Plus
- Panorama Skyroof
- Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors
- Wireless device charging
- Technology Package (xDrive28i)
- Convenience Package
- Parking Assistant Plus
- Head-Up Display
- Live Cockpit Professional
- Surround View w/3D View
- Premium Package
- Technology Package
- Universal garage door opener
- Interior camera
- Harman/Kardon Premium Sound System
- Driving Assistance Professional Package
- Extended Traffic Jam Assistant for limited access highways
- Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go
- Active Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance
- Evasion Aid
- Front Cross Traffic Alert
- M Sport Package (xDrive28i)
- 19-inch M double-spoke bi-color wheels style 871M with all-season non-runflat tires
- Shift paddles
- Adaptive M suspension
- M Sport Brakes with blue calipers
- Aluminum Hexacube trim with Ambient Light
- M Steering wheel
- Aerodynamic kit
- Shadowline exterior trim
- M Sport Professional Package
- Mirror caps in black (xDrive28i)
- M Sport Brakes with red calipers
- M Shadowline lights
- Rear spoiler (xDrive28i)
- Extended Shadowline trim
- (Opt.) M Compound Brakes with grey calipers (M35i)
- M Sport front seats (M35i)
- Remote engine start
- Active front seats including lumbar support
- Heated front seats & steering wheel
- Universal garage door opener
- Sport seats
- M Compound Brakes with grey calipers (M35i)
- Aluminum trim with mesh effect with Ambient Light (xDrive28i)
- Aluminum Crosshatch interior trim with Ambient Light (M35i)
2024 BMW X2 Specifications
| X2 xDrive28i | X2 M35i xDrive | |||||
| Body | ||||||
| No. of doors/seats | 5 / 5 | |||||
| Length / Width / Height (in) | 179.3 / 72.6 / 62.6 | |||||
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.0 | |||||
| Track, front / rear (in) | 62.3 / 62.3 | |||||
| Ground clearance (in) | 8.1 | |||||
| Turning circle (ft) | 38.4 | |||||
| Fuel tank capacity (gal) | 14.3 | |||||
| Curb weight (lbs) | 3,803 | 3,840 | ||||
| GVWR (lbs) | 4,806 | 5,004 | ||||
| Luggage capacity (cu ft) | 25.3-51.7 | |||||
| Engine | ||||||
| Config. / no. cylinders / valves | Inline / 4 / 16 | |||||
| Engine technology | BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, high precision injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control and Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing | |||||
| Capacity (cc) | 1,998 | |||||
| Stroke / bore (mm) | 82.0 / 94.6 | |||||
| Compression ratio (:1) | 10.5 | 9.5 | ||||
| Max output (hp @ rpm) | 241 @ 4,500-6,500 | 312 @ 5,750-6,500 | ||||
| Max torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 295 @ 1,500-4,000 | 295 @ 2,000-4,500 | ||||
| Driving Dynamics and Safety | ||||||
| Suspension, front | Single-joint spring strut axle in lightweight aluminum-steel construction | |||||
| Suspension, rear | Three-link axle in lightweight steel construction | |||||
| Brakes, front (std.) | Single-piston, floating-caliper disc brakes | Four-piston, fixed caliper disc brakes | ||||
| Brakes, rear (std.) | Single-piston floating-caliper disc brakes | |||||
| Driving stability systems | DSC incl. ABS and DTC (dynamic traction control), ARB technology (near-actuator wheel slip limitation), CBC (cornering brake control), DBC (dynamic brake control), Performance Control, Dry Braking function, fading compensation, drive-off assistant, DSC networked with xDrive all-wheel-drive system, Adaptive M suspension (opt. xDrive28i) | |||||
| Steering | Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Servotronic function | |||||
| Steering ratio overall (:1) | 15.5 | 14.5 | ||||
| Standard tires front / rear | 245/45 R 19 / 245/45 R 19 | 245/40 R 20 / 245/40 R 20 | ||||
| Standard rims, front / rear (in) | 8.0J x 19 light alloy / 8.0J x 19 light alloy | 8.0J x 20 light alloy / 8.0J x 20 light alloy | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Type | 7-speed Steptronic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) | |||||
| Gear ratios | I | :1 | 16.991 | 16.991 | ||
| II | :1 | 9.965 | 10.588 | |||
| III | :1 | 6.236 | 7.076 | |||
| IV | :1 | 4.276 | 4.910 | |||
| V | :1 | 3.397 | 4.001 | |||
| VI | :1 | 2.654 | 3.273 | |||
| VII | :1 | 2.157 | 2.522 | |||
| R | :1 | 15.363 | 16.323 | |||
| Final drive | :1 | 1.737 | 1.737 | |||
| Performance | ||||||
| Power to weight (lbs/hp) | 15.8 | 12.3 | ||||
| Output per liter (hp) | 120.5 | 156.0 | ||||
| Acceleration 0-60 mph (sec) | 6.2 | 5.2 | ||||
| Top Speed (mph) | 130 / 149 (with perf. tires) | 130 / 155 (with perf. tires) | ||||
