BMW has officially unveiled the new X2 crossover.
Dubbed "the cool X," the model is based on the X1 but is shorter and
lower than its corporate counterpart. The X2 also features unique styling which
makes it resemble a large hatchback instead of a traditional crossover.
Starting with the exterior, the crossover has a
unique kidney grille which turns the "familiar trapezoidal shape on its
head" as its wider on the bottom than it is on the top. The grille is
flanked by large air intakes and slender headlights with integrated LED daytime
running lights.
Moving further back, we can see a rakish windscreen,
a compact greenhouse, and a gently sloping roof which meets a tailgate-mounted
spoiler. Designers also installed prominent shoulder lines, LED taillights, and
BMW logos on the C-pillars.
The X2 can be equipped with a variety of different
wheels in sizes ranging from 17- to 20-inches. As usual, the crossover's
appearance depends on which version is selected as base models have black
cladding and a traditional rear bumper while X2 M Sport X variants have Frozen
Grey cladding and a sportier rear bumper.
Entry-level models come equipped with cloth
upholstery, oxide silver dark trim, and contrast stitching. Drivers will also
find gloss black accents and an infotainment system with a 6.5-inch display.
A variety of different options will be available
including Dakota leather upholstery, wood and aluminum trim, as well as a
panoramic glass roof. Customers can also order an LED interior lighting package,
a color head-up display, and an upgraded infotainment system with an 8.8-inch
display.
In Europe, the X2 will be launched with three
different versions. The entry-level X2 sDrive20i has a 2.0-liter TwinPower
Turbo four-cylinder engine that develops 192 PS and 280 Nm of torque. It is connected to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission which
enables the crossover to accelerate from 0–100 km/h in 7.7 seconds
before hitting a top speed of 227 km/h.
Diesel fans can choose between the X2 xDrive20d and
X2 xDrive25d. Both models are equipped with a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo diesel
engine that has outputs of 190 PS and 231 PS, respectively.
Both are paired to an 8-speed Steptronic transmission and the more powerful
variant can run from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
When the X2 arrives in the United States, it will be
powered by a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder that develops 228 hp and 258 lb-ft (349 Nm) of torque. This will enable the X2 xDrive28i to
accelerate from 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds before hitting a top speed of up to 143
mph (230 km/h).
