After opening registration of interest for the all-new BMW X2 earlier this month, the new model is now being previewed on BMW Malaysia’s website. Not much in terms of local specs there, but we know that we’ll be getting the X2 as a sDrive20i, with Dakota leather in a new Magma Red hue.
The F39 X2 will be here in record time, as it was just revealed globally in late October. The first ever X2 is basically a sportier version of the F48 X1, joining the range of even-numbered coupe-SUVs such as the X4 and X6. But unlike those two, which carry largely similar styling to their regular SUV sisters (the X3 and X5 respectively), the X2 shares very little with the X1 in terms of design. BMW describes it as a new standalone model, with only a single mention of the X1 in press materials.
Two significant features make their debut here: the upturned trapezoidal BMW kidney grille and a new M Sport X trim line. The former turns the brand’s familiar nostrils on its head, widening from top to bottom, while the latter is a unique package that combines design elements from the BMW M and X families.
Building on the usual M Sport exterior package, the range-topping M Sport X trim adds on additional design elements in Frozen Grey – lower front bumper insert mirroring the shape of the kidney grille, wheelarch cladding and side skirt as well as the rear valance. Inside, it gets micro-fibre and Alcantara upholstery with yellow contrast stitching. It’s unique to the X2 – for now at least.
The regular M Sport is still the sportiest looking option in the most traditional sense, with body-coloured wheelarch trim and subtle Dark Shadow (grey) elements on the front bumper, lower side blades and rear diffuser. The base version gets a more SUV-like treatment, with plain black cladding all around. It also rides 10 mm higher, without the lowered M sport suspension.
All models, however, get the BMW roundel placed on the C-pillars, right behind the sharp and elongated Hofmeister kink. This cue, seen in classic BMW coupes such as the 2000 CS and 3.0 CSL, further underscores the sporting intentions of the X2.
Another departure from the norm is the X2’s overall body shape. It doesn’t get a sloping rear end like on the X4 and X6, but makes do with a “stretched, coupe-style roofline with window graphic” instead. Overall, it’s shorter and a full seven centimetres lower than the X1.
Inside, the X1 roots are more apparent, with both models sharing the same dashboard architecture. It’s still very much a sporty BMW, however, with a driver-focused centre console and plenty of premium highlights such as contrast stitching and novel material use (Sensatec, micro-fibre and Alcantara). The boot remains spacious at 470 litres.
Under the skin is the front-wheel drive BMW UKL platform, with the exact same wheelbase as the X1 (2,670 mm). Three engine options are available at launch – sDrive20i, xDrive20d and xDrive25d – with more variants to be added next year, including the three-cylinder sDrive18i.
The X2 sDrive20i – the one we’ll be getting – uses BMW’s 2.0 litre turbo engine with 192 hp and 280 Nm of torque, sending power to the front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. It gets from 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, with a combined fuel consumption figure of 5.9 litres per 100 km.
Elsewhere, diesel variants get BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system as standard at launch, paired with an eight-speed automatic. Both the xDrive20d and xDrive25d variants share the same 2.0 litre turbodiesel unit, tuned to 190 hp/400 Nm (0-100 km/h in 7.7 secs, 4.6 l/100 km) and 231 hp/450 Nm (6.7 secs, 5.1 l/100 km) respectively.
The usual suite of BMW ConnectedDrive and active safety systems are available on the BMW X2. These include smartphone content integration, wireless Apple CarPlay, High Beam Assist, City Braking, Active Cruise Control and Traffic Jam Assistant. What do you think of the new BMW X2 in isolation and against the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
GALLERY: F39 BMW X2 xDrive20d M Sport X
GALLERY: F39 BMW X2 sDrive20i M Sport
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Impressive new X2 design ques by bmw designer, Calvin luk.
BMW has shot itself in the feet. The rich now go for the X5 cause the X5 40e is far better value due to tax incentive given for the car. Instead of paying RM600k, people now pay RM388k. BMW Malaysia also selling pre reg X5 40 e 2017 models for RM330k
So, buyers of X1, X2 and X3 just rather pay a bit more and get the X5. If not X5, they rather get the GLC200. With corporate 6% discount, the GLC200 will be about RM260k.
Not much difference from the X3 or X2
BMW Malaysia might as well just drop the X1 and future coming X2. It will be a failure.
Just came back from showroom, what a joke story on X5 pre-reg at RM330k. Waiting list is too long for this car at non discount price.
I just vomit my dinner, all BMW look same, series 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 , x1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
BMW should learn to be mature, over 50 years still design like a kid
(Like) BMW X2.
(Dislike) Audi Q3
Mind to share what is the non vomit car that you are driving? Share a bit for us to know your good taste
BMW Quill PJ offered me RM335k for 2017 X5 Director usage car. Done 6000KM
New car after diskaun is RM380k. A car of this value got about RM40k to RM50k depreciation per year
It is end of November 2017….for sure they cannot sell 2017 model for RM388k. People rather wait 1 month and buy 2018 model for RM388k
Tokokok…are you saying X5 got no yearly depreciation??
All cars in Malaysia sell their year end stock about 15% less
Obviously you have not been to showroom to ask for the price and waiting list.
He’s spot on. I bought a new X5 40e on Wed from AB and was given RM 45k discount, free 3M coating and security tinting, and wallbox charger in addition to the included cable. Car will be ready for pick up next Wed.
(like) Merc GLC 200
(dislike) BMW X2
Interior is boring!
It has Apple Carplay but not Android Auto. BMW is practically telling potential buyers to get a Merc SUV instead.
If X4 can fail miserably, do you think this X2 will do well?
Even X1 failed badly in sales. 2nd hand value also is a laughing joke.
X4 sales volume still a dew times more than xc90. Who said failed model?
you say X4 volume if “few times more” than XC90
So, if Volvo sold 200 units of XC90, means BMW sold either 400, 600, 800 or 1000 units of X4
I don’t see that number of X4 on our roads bro
I see so many XC90 on the road. Never seen one X4 also
There is only one word that comes to mind when describing this thing: CACAT
Mimos design BMW nicer.
nice car, anyone know the price?
X3 has more demand than this….yet this thing came before x3
Look ugly. What went wrong?
Bye bye xc60. Buyer will go for X2. Guess FA got to work so much harder.
Different segment apparently
Should be the other way round. People will rather part their money on the XC60 than this ugly bloob. And the XC60 will be cheaper and bigger than this ugly bloob.
The X2 directly competes with the XC60 right? I mean, 400hp and 600nm on the XC60 T8 and the X2 will stand a chance right?
Good braining there.
LOL
X1/X2 is closer to the XC40 in size.
Please compare bmw with benz or audi at same category. Volvo with Saab and Alfa
Please compare those junks like Merc , BMW and Audi with Skoda , Seat and VW .
They are on same category , on par and same grouping
Its a hatchback with small windows.
underpowered. please bring in diesel version.
Oh no, it’s boot size smaller than bezza and persona.
Volvo V40 all day long
uh… sigh…. working hard to earn enough money for a BMW…. -.-…
Have to see the car in metal first than only decide to buy…but it looks ok oredi in this pic
fwd bmw…better buy honda hrv
Why the kidney grille positioned upside down? Selera songsang?