BMW X2

BMW X2 at a glance

BMW previewed the car with the Concept X2 at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. Its relatives are all in our BMW catalogue.

Generations and model history

F39 (2017-2023). The production X2 was unveiled on 25 October 2017 and went on sale in March 2018. It shared the front-drive UKL2 platform and its 2,670 mm wheelbase with the X1 and the MINI Countryman. Trims were standard, M Sport and M Sport X. In 2020 BMW added the M Mesh Edition. Production ended on 11 October 2023. Published production figures show 67,576 cars built in 2018, 91,812 in 2019 and 74,229 in 2020. The design won an iF Design Award (2017) and two EyesOn Design awards (2018).

U10 (2024-). Revealed on 11 October 2023, the second X2 grew to 4,554 mm and adopted a fastback roofline similar to the larger X6. It was the first compact BMW available with 21-inch wheels. Inside, a 10.25-inch instrument display and a 10.7-inch touchscreen run BMW Operating System 9, and the iDrive control wheel is gone. The X2 and iX2 went on sale in early 2024; US deliveries started in March 2024.

Engines, transmissions and performance

All combustion U10 models use a seven-speed dual-clutch Steptronic gearbox. In selected non-EU markets the M35i has 233 kW (317 PS). Both iX2 versions share a 66.5 kWh lithium-ion battery.

The F39 offered a wider spread, from the sDrive16d with 85 kW (116 PS) to the M35i with 225 kW (306 PS) and 450 Nm, which reached 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. The xDrive25e plug-in hybrid combined a 1.5 three-cylinder with an electric motor for 168 kW (225 hp) and 385 Nm. Gearboxes were a six-speed manual (sDrive18i and 18d), a seven-speed dual-clutch or an eight-speed Aisin automatic.

The electric iX2

The iX2 arrived with the U10 in early 2024 and uses the same body as the combustion models. The eDrive20 has a single permanent-magnet synchronous motor on the front axle with 150 kW (204 PS) and 247 Nm, enough for 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 170 km/h. The xDrive30 adds a second motor for all-wheel drive, 230 kW (313 PS) and 494 Nm, and cuts the sprint to 5.6 seconds. Both use a 66.5 kWh lithium-ion battery and a single-speed reduction gear. Japan saw the iX2 xDrive30 at the Japan Mobility Show in October 2023, shortly after the world premiere.

Dimensions, space and boot

Data for the U10 sDrive20i from ADAC. Despite the sloping roof, the 515-litre boot is a practical size for the class. To check the footprint against your current car, use our size comparison tool.

Fuel economy and running costs

The sDrive20i is rated at 5.7 l/100 km (about 41 mpg US) and 128 g/km of CO2 on the WLTP combined cycle. In Germany, list prices in 2024 were EUR 48,600 for the sDrive20i, EUR 49,200 for the sDrive18d and EUR 52,300 for the xDrive20d; M Sport and M Sport Pro packages added about EUR 4,100 and EUR 6,560 to the sDrive20i. Work out a monthly instalment with our car loan calculator.

Trims and equipment

Every U10 has LED rear lights with a dual-arrow pattern, the 10.25-inch digital instruments and the 10.7-inch touchscreen. German buyers choose between the base car, M Sport and M Sport Pro; the M35i adds 15 mm lower adaptive M suspension, M Compound brakes and four exhaust tailpipes. Iconic Glow illumination of the kidney grille is optional.

Safety

ADAC lists five Euro NCAP stars for the U10 (2024). For the F39, ANCAP applied the results of the related X1 tested in 2015: 90% for adult occupants, 87% for children, 74% for pedestrians and 70% for safety assist. Compare small premium SUVs in our safety ratings.

Reliability and known issues

The U10 is too new for long-term data, and we have found no sourced pattern of faults specific to the F39. Its B38 and B48 engines are shared with many other BMW and MINI models, so parts and specialist knowledge are widely available.

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