BMW has revealed the latest entry in its X range – the X2.
The new model sits alongside the X1 as an entry-level option in the German manufacturer’s SUV line-up, offering a sleeker alternative to its stablemate.
The compact SUV is seven centimetres lower and two centimetres shorter than the X1, despite retaining an identical wheelbase.
Thanks to this, as well as a stretched roofline and a large version of BMW’s iconic kidney grille, it offers an aggressive appearance.
As for the rest of the exterior, full LED headlights are available as standard equipment on Sport, M Sport and M Sport X trim levels.
All models receive 17-inch alloy wheels – while M Sport and M Sport X models are available with a 20-inch option.
At the back of the car, a rear spoiler and twin exhaust pipes complete the package.
Inside, leather or Alcantara upholstery is available – with optional perforated leather highlights and LED ‘mood lights’ that can display orange, lilac, mint, bronze, blue or white, depending on the atmosphere the driver wants to create.
Available at the X2’s launch is a single four-cylinder diesel engine, developing 187 bhp and 400 Nm of torque – taking the car from 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds and up to a top speed of 137 mph. Fuel efficiency is a claimed 61.4 mpg with CO2 emissions of 121 g/km.
Further attractive variants of the BMW X2 will be added to the Sports Activity Coupé’s line-up in early 2018 – in the shape of the four-cylinder X2 sDrive20i, X2 sDrive18d and X2 xDrive18d.
The 20d diesel model comes equipped with xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive as standard. The integral Hill Descent Control feature enables the BMW X2 to automatically maintain a desired speed on steep descents by taking care of brake control for the driver, who can then devote their attention to the task of steering.
With a drag coefficient of just Cd 0.28, the X2 xDrive20d is one of the most aerodynamically efficient models in the whole segment. Prices for the BMW X2 begin at £27,311 on the road from Jacksons.
