BMW has revealed the all-new X2 and iX2 compact SUV coupes, forward of an anticipated Australian launch within the new 12 months.

Scheduled to launch globally from March 2024, the next-generation BMW X2 vary will probably be led by the electrical iX2 xDrive30 and X2 M35i xDrive efficiency hero, alongside the sDrive20i base petrol and sDrive18d diesel.

It’s unclear which variants are coming to Australia at this stage.

BMW has additionally confirmed a second iX2 variant will be part of the worldwide vary from round mid-2024 (northern hemisphere summer time), in addition to one other diesel-powered variant.

All variations of the brand new BMW X2 and iX2 will probably be produced on a single meeting line at BMW Group Plant Regensburg, with the iX2’s high-voltage batteries additionally produced on the Regensburg website.

In comparison with its ageing and extra hatchback-style predecessor, the brand new X2 bears a powerful resemblance to the bigger X4 and X6 SUV coupes, which BMW calls Sports activities Exercise Coupes (SAC).

The brand new-gen X2 has grown by a big 194mm to 4554mm in size, widened by 21mm to 1845mm, and is 64mm taller at 1590mm.

BMW says the wheelbase and monitor width have been elevated to permit extra room for passengers and baggage. The X2 boasts 560L-1470L of bags capability, whereas the iX2 quotes 525L-1400L. By comparability, the outgoing X2 quoted baggage quantity of 470L-1355L.

Design-wise the BMW X2 sports activities a particular front-end remedy with an “virtually hexagonal” kidney grille, which for the primary time might be optioned with the BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting like dearer fashions within the marque’s portfolio.

The angular headlights characteristic LED know-how as normal, and might be specified as adaptive LED items with Matrix high-beam know-how.

Up prime the X2 and iX2 characteristic a extra coupe-shaped silhouette than earlier than, with flared rear wheel arches and distinguished shoulder strains in step with BMW’s different SUV coupe fashions.

The rear-end remedy is sort of distinctive, with LED rear lighting that isn’t actually in step with both the X4 or X6, whereas the gurney-style rear spoiler and rear apron remedy lend an athletic stance.

For the M35i xDrive, there’s a quad-tipped exhaust remedy just like the associated X1 M35i, whereas the non-obligatory M Sport Bundle Professional brings blacked-out M Excessive-gloss Shadowline parts together with the normally chrome accents, headlight surrounds and rear spoiler, in addition to an M Sport brake system with red-painted calipers.

There are two stable and eleven metallic paint finishes on provide within the world portfolio, together with the brand new Fireplace Pink metallic seen right here. Two BMW Particular person Frozen satin finishes are supplied, in addition to finishes from the BMW Particular person particular paint program.

Inside, the brand new BMW X2 aligns itself with the associated X1 compact SUV, together with a extra trendy and premium cockpit design incorporating the BMW Curved Show operating the newest Working System 9.

There’s a floating armrest with management panel, in addition to a smartphone tray with “oblique illumination” which additionally options wi-fi charging.

As we’re seeing throughout the BMW line-up, vegan-friendly Veganza upholstery is obtainable alongside standard Vernasca leather-based and fabric upholstery choices.

Sport seats can be found, as are electrical seat adjustment with reminiscence, lumbar assist and massaging features. BMW says enhancements have been made to acoustic consolation and occupant safety – together with an airbag between the entrance seats.

BMW has confirmed normal tools for the X2 and iX2 globally contains dual-zone local weather management, BMW Maps navigation and a sport leather-based steering wheel; in addition to an influence tailgate, 4 USB-C ports and a pair of 12V energy sockets – one within the centre console and one other within the boot.

The Bavarian marque has additionally detailed a few of the accessible choices for the European market, together with steering wheel heating, a Harman Kardon premium sound system, and the mirror package deal.

Additionally accessible will probably be a panoramic glass sunroof, “whose dark-tinted glass floor extends proper as much as the windscreen and the roof body on both facet, and a good distance again in a single part into the rear a part of the roof”.

Rounding out the confirmed non-obligatory tools for world markets is an electronically operated trailer hitch.

BMW iX2

For the primary time, the X2 will provide an all-electric mannequin variant within the type of the iX2.

At launch there will probably be a sole dual-motor xDrive30 providing, with a second variant to be added in 2024 – seemingly a single-motor eDrive20 as has been confirmed for the iX1 vary in Australia.

With one e-motor on the entrance axle and one other on the rear, the iX2 xDrive30 provides system outputs of 230kW and 494Nm, good for a 0-100 dash time of 5.6 seconds and a prime pace of 180km/h.

Underneath the pores and skin is a 64.8kWh (usable) lithium-ion battery pack which the corporate says quotes official WLTP driving vary of 417-449km relying on specification.

Particular options embody adaptive power recuperation modes (regen braking) and a Max Vary operate which optimises car methods to realize the very best driving vary.

Globally, there’s additionally Max Efficiency Charging software program that optimises charging effectivity, whereas the Plug & Cost Multi Contract operate accessible on different BMWs abroad just like the bigger i5 will even be supplied with the iX2.

BMW X2 M35i xDrive

On the prime of the tree alongside the all-electric iX2 is the petrol-fired M Efficiency variant.

Underneath the bonnet of the X2 M35i xDrive is a high-output 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine growing 221kW in European specification, and 233kW for the US and different markets – seemingly Australia too because the X1 M35i xDrive for our market will get the beefier tune.

BMW claims a 0-100 sprint of 5.4 seconds for the X2 M35i xDrive, with the efficiency mannequin underpinned by a particular chassis tune, xDrive clever all-wheel drive and adaptive M suspension that “enhances each agility and long-distance consolation”.

Highlights of the M Efficiency mannequin embody model-specific physique parts like a entrance splitter and rear spoiler, M-specific mirrors and an illuminated M kidney grille with horizontal bar, in addition to the supply of unique 21-inch alloy wheels. Quad exhaust suggestions additionally characteristic.

M Compound brakes will probably be accessible as an choice, whereas M-specific tools objects like a sportier steering wheel, Alcantara inside trim and non-obligatory M Sport seats with backlit M brand will all be accessible.

BMW X2 sDrive18d and sDrive20i

Customary variations of the BMW X2 will probably be accessible with a three-cylinder petrol engine or four-cylinder turbo-diesel relying on market.

The X2 sDrive20i runs a 1.5-litre turbo triple with 48V mild-hybrid know-how – at the very least for Europe – providing outputs of 125kW. BMW says the combustion engine makes 115kW by itself, whereas the built-in electrical motor from the MHEV system contributes 14kW.

Gasoline effectivity for the mild-hybrid petrol is rated at 6.5-6.0L/100km on the mixed cycle, with emissions quoted at 148-136g/km based mostly on WLTP figures.

In the meantime the X2 sDrive18d is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel with 110kW, and is claimed to have “undergone an in depth improve” within the identify of effectivity. Official effectivity figures are quoted at 5.5-5.1L/100km, with emissions rated at 145-133g/km.

Each the sDrive18d and sDrive20i are front-wheel drive solely, and all combustion variations of the BMW X2 ship drive to the street by way of a seven-speed dual-clutch Steptronic transmission.

Know-how

As touched on earlier, the new-generation X2 will get a much-needed increase in help and infotainment applied sciences in comparison with its ageing predecessor.

Customary options throughout the vary embody entrance collision warning, cruise management with braking operate, Pace Restrict Data and lane departure warning “with lane return”. BMW’s Parking Assistant package deal is fitted as normal, together with a reversing digital camera and Reversing Assistant sensors.

Optionally accessible options embody the Steering and Lane Management Assistant – successfully a semi-autonomous freeway mode incorporating adaptive cruise management with stop-and-go operate in addition to lane centring help – along with Energetic Navigation, exit warning, a head-up show, surround-view digital camera with a distant 3D view, BMW Drive Recorder, and Distant Theft Recorder features.

The X2 and iX2 will provide over-the-air software program updates, which implies present driver help features might be upgraded remotely, in addition to the aptitude so as to add new performance.

BMW Working System 9, in the meantime, is the corporate’s newest Android-based infotainment interface and is fitted as normal to the 2024 BMW X2 and iX2 along side the BMW Curved Show.

Headline options embody entry to digital functions by way of the BMW ConnectedDrive Retailer, in addition to subscription-based on-line companies.

BMW Digital Premium provides homeowners in-car entry to all accessible functions of their market, comparable to music and video streaming platforms, in addition to information and gaming apps on a subscription foundation.

An Augmented View operate is obtainable as an choice for the cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system, with different accessible options together with a 5G-capable eSIM which allows BMW Digital Key Plus and BMW ID features. Customary wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto additionally characteristic.

Keep tuned to CarExpert for an replace with Australian-market particulars for the brand new BMW X2 and iX2.

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