Richmond Hill, ON.  The BMW X2 introduced the concept of a Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) for the premium compact segment. And now the more distinctive, sportier, and tech-forward second generation makes its debut. Significantly larger dimensions, a pronounced coupe silhouette, and dynamic lines broadcast the leap in development taken by the all-new BMW X2. The progressive character of the new X2 is also evident in the array of systems enabling automated driving and parking, and in the innovative digital services provided by the new BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and BMW Operating System 9.

As the youngest member of the BMW X model family and one with distinctive emotional appeal, the 2024 BMW X2 embodies a youthful and progressive lifestyle. The new X2 has everything it needs to build on the success of its predecessor, more than 380,000 examples of which were sold worldwide, and in the process strengthen the brand’s position in the growing compact segment. 

The 2024 BMW X2 will make its world debut at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo which will open its doors on October 26, 2023. The Canadian market launch of the compact SAC will begin in March 2024.

The new BMW X2 will be produced at BMW Group Plant Regensburg for worldwide distribution. BMW Group Plant Regensburg has become the automotive industry's first plant worldwide to use an end-to-end digitalized and automated process in standard production for inspection, processing, and marking of painted vehicle surfaces by AI-controlled robots. The Bavarian plant is therefore taking another step towards becoming a digital and intelligently connected facility – the BMW iFactory.

Sporting presence, modern and spacious interior.

The proportions, lines, and surface treatment of the all-new BMW X2 exude sporting prowess, individuality, and a confident presence. The X2’s distinctive exterior appearance sets it apart in character from the BMW X1 compact Sports Activity Vehicle and is accompanied by a modern cockpit design shaped by digital innovations including the BMW Curved Display and by generous levels of interior space. 

The BMW X2 has grown by 193 mm in length over its predecessor, to 4,567. This means it’s now 66 mm longer than the new BMW X1. Its wheelbase is now 2,692 mm (+ 22.8 mm), and width has grown 20.3 mm to 1845. Wider tracks at both the front and rear, together with the larger-diameter wheels, give the new BMW X2 a broader, more muscular stance. Overall height is now 1,590 mm, up significantly from the previous generation. The result is dynamically stretched proportions that embrace two signature features of a BMW Sports Activity Coupe:  a vertical front end and a roofline flowing deep into the rear end in the traditional coupe style.
 
Inside, the new BMW X2 has seating for five adults. Both the driver and front passenger and those in the rear seats benefit from noticeable increases in shoulder, elbow and knee room. The rear seat backrests can be folded in a 40:20:40 split. With all the seats in use, the new BMW X2 can accommodate 560 litres of cargo. A maximum of 1,470 litres of storage is available with the rear seats folded.
 
Exterior design. Authentic SAC proportions with dynamic lines and a strong presence.
 
The all-new X2 impresses with dynamically stretched lines and a generous surface treatment featuring a small number of character lines. The roofline, which flows along an unbroken path into the rear end, creates a slim, coupe-like silhouette. The upright front end, prominently flared wheel arches and powerful rear exude confidence and presence.
 
The extroverted exterior design of the new BMW X2 highlights its distinctive character. The differentiation from the brand’s compact Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), the BMW X1, is clear from every angle. Model-specific headlights, a fresh new design for the rear lights, and the optional illuminated BMW kidney grille underscore the exclusivity of the BMW X2. 
 
The unique design features of the BMW X2 M35i xDrive performance model speak to the promise of dynamic driving pleasure for those on board. An M Sport package – which also includes aerodynamically optimized exterior details – is available on the X2 xDrive28i. And 21-inch light-alloy wheels are now offered on a compact model from BMW for the first time.

 
Front end with a strong character and unique design features.
 
The front-end design of the new BMW X2 brings sporting appeal and visual excitement to the premium compact segment. Front and centre are new interpretations of two signature brand features: the BMW kidney grille and twin headlights. The two connected elements of the kidney grille together form an almost hexagonal contour, recalling the front-end design of the BMW X4 and BMW X6 models. The outline of the BMW kidney grille is highlighted by a three-dimensional surround. The optional illuminated BMW kidney grille (Standard on the M35i) gives the X2 an expressively distinctive appearance, especially after dark. The model-specific air inlet grille with sporty honeycomb structure is finished in black high gloss.
 
The headlight units extend well into the wheel arches. The new BMW X2 comes standard with LED headlights for low and high beam. Two vertical LED units with a subtle arrow shape include the daytime driving lights and turn signal indicators. Shadowline Headlights may be specified as an option via the M Sport Pro Package.
 
The lower air intake extends well into the sides of the front end. It is flanked to either side by elegant, wing-shaped inlays, which guide the onrushing air to the air curtains in the front apron. Together with the eye-catching headlights, the new BMW kidney grille, and a windscreen much more heavily raked than on the new BMW X1, this creates a slim yet powerful front view that emphasizes the width of the X2 and exudes solidity.

Coupe-shaped silhouette, eye-catching shoulders.
 
The distinctive proportions of the new BMW X2 are evident most clearly when the vehicle is viewed in profile. The upright front end, long hood, heavily raked A-pillars, and roofline flowing dynamically into the rear define the typical silhouette of a Sports Activity Coupe from BMW. Large wheels and a wraparound black border at the lowest edge of the body are subtle indicators of the robust character of the compact BMW X model. 
 
Adding to the powerful appearance of the all-new BMW X2 are the clean body panel surfaces, which are given added structure by a small number of dynamically stretched lines. The door handles are integrated flush with the body. At its trailing edge, the slender side window area features a tweaked interpretation of the Hofmeister kink familiar from BMW models past and present. Shallow roof rails in satin aluminum or high gloss black can be specified as an option for the new BMW X2. 

Both the front and rear wheel arches are prominently flared, the rear arches particularly so. Combined with a notable indent near the rear window, this creates a muscular shoulder area. Enhanced by a passenger compartment set well rearward, the design of the X2 radiates agility and power even when standing still.

 
Powerful rear end with distinctively styled lights.
 
The flared wheel arches and muscular shoulders also shape the appearance of the new BMW X2 when viewed from the rear. The character lines along the flanks continue in the rear, creating a flowing connection between the different areas of the body. Like the contours of the rear lights, the body lines and surface structures are horizontal. This accentuates the width of the rear end and the body’s muscular stance on the road very effectively. Below the heavily raked rear window, a bold Gurney-style spoiler generates additional downforce over the rear axle.
 
A concave surface below the rear spoiler creates a three-dimensional effect and adds a sense of tautness. The model-specific rear apron of the new BMW X2 is composed of a black surface, which frames the license plate carrier and extends as far as the side body edging, and a section below it painted in body colour. Inserts styled as air intakes and vertical reflectors further enrich the sporting flavor.
 
An all-new design treatment gives the rear lights of the compact Sports Activity Coupe a characterful appearance. The light units are split into two sections and extend well into the car’s flanks and the tailgate. The LED elements for the rear lights and turn signal indicators point outwards in the shape of an arrow, picking up the design of headlights.
 
Wide variety of exterior colours; optional M Sport Package.
 
Customers can choose from two solid and eleven metallic paint finishes for the exterior of their new BMW X2 (one solid and nine metallic finishes for X2 M35i), including the new Vegas Red metallic. Two Frozen shades from BMW Individual and a broad spectrum of BMW Individual special paint finishes will also be available.
 
An M Sport package is available for the all-new BMW X2 xDrive28i to further accentuate the dynamic mission of the Sports Activity Coupe. The M Sport Package adds large side air intakes integrated separately into the front apron, a border painted in body colour along the lower edge of the body, M-specific side skirts, gloss black window surround and a striking rear apron with integrated diffuser element. Adaptive M Suspension and 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design are also part of the deal (20 and 21-inch wheels are also available). M-specific interior appointments include sport seats, a Veganza-trimmed instrument panel, and an M leather steering wheel with shift paddles.
 
For those wanting to make an even bolder statement, the M Sport Pro Package is available for both models. When fitted to the X2 xDrive28i with M Sport, the package adds M Sport brakes with red calipers, Shadowline Headlights, an M Rear Spoiler, and Black Exterior Contents which change the kidney surround to high gloss black. When specified for the X2 M35i, buyers get red M Sport brake calipers, Shadowline Headlights, Black Exterior Contents, and unique M Sport Seats.
 
Interior and equipment. Premium ambience and functionality with a sporting flavor.
 
A modern premium ambience with sporting touches and a lot more space than was offered by the previous model await the driver and passengers inside the new BMW X2. High-quality materials, precise workmanship, and a host of details executed with innovative flair reveal the progress that has been achieved with the new model generation. Generous on-board spaciousness and noticeably increased legroom in the rear compartment combine with a significantly larger luggage compartment, which gives the compact Sports Activity Coupe an impressive degree of practicality.
 
The progressive aura in the interior of the all-new BMW X2 results primarily from the fundamental upgrades to the display and control/operation system. The new BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on BMW Operating System 9 represents a reimagining of the driver-focused cockpit designed around touch and voice control – via the BMW Curved Display and the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. The broad-based implementation of digitalization enables the number of physical buttons, controls and switches required for intuitive operation to be significantly reduced.

 
Supreme driving pleasure in a progressive ambience. 
 
The driving pleasure in the new BMW X2 is characterized by a raised seating position and a driver-focused cockpit design. The outstanding view over the road and the ergonomically optimized arrangement of the displays and controls enable a sporty driving experience undisturbed by any situation. 
 
Many details of the modern interior design take their cues from the interior concept of the BMW iX. Key features include the slender instrument panel, which serves as a stage for the BMW Curved Display, and a “floating” armrest with integral control panel between the driver’s seat and front passenger seat. The BMW Curved Display – with its frameless glass surface angled slightly towards the driver – brings an elegant, modern highlight to the cabin.
 
Below it, the slim dash panel accentuates the width of the interior with its horizontal decorative surfacing. Four interior trim strip variants, including the new Aluminum Trim with Graphic Accents and – exclusively in cars with the M Sport package – Light Aluminum Hexacube Trim, allow owners to personalize the design.
 
The progressive style of the interior design continues with the centre console. Alongside the newly designed gear selector toggle, the control panel integrated into the centre console houses buttons for various vehicle functions. These include the Start/Stop button, the volume control for the audio system and the button for the hazard lights, as well as the parking brake, My Modes and Park Assist.
 
In the front section of the centre console, directly below the central air vent, is space for two cup holders and a smartphone tray with indirect illumination on both sides. Secured by a movable clasp, phones can be placed here upright so they are visible to the driver and front passenger and charged wirelessly. Additional storage areas can be found in the space underneath the central armrest.
 
Newly developed seats offer better comfort and lateral support.
 
The newly developed seats in the X2 offer a stylish appearance, outstanding lateral support in quick transitions, optimized comfort over long distances, and extended functionality. This applies to both the standard items and the optional Sport Seats, which also stand out with their prominent bolsters and shoulder areas, and their adjustability of seat angle and depth. The two seat variants are also available with lumbar support in the backrest including massage function. 
 
Animal-free perforated Veganza seating surfaces are standard, and customers can choose from Black, Mocha, Oyster, bi-colour Red/Black, and bi-colour Atlas Grey/Smoke White. The X2 M35i xDrive additionally offers Black M Veganza/Alcantara with blue contrast stitching on both the standard Sport Seats and optional M Sport Seats.
 
The optional Panoramic Glass Sunroof brings an exclusive touch to both the exterior appearance of the all-new BMW X2 and its interior ambience. Its dark-tinted glass surface extends in a single section from the windscreen into the rear part of the roof; indeed, only a small section of the roof is painted in body colour. It also reaches around to the roof frame on either side, creating a stylish and consistent look. Designed as a body-mounted module, the Panoramic Glass Sunroof floods the interior with light thanks to a large viewing area. A multi-layer, electric interior roller blind is on hand to provide interior shading when required.
 
New 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder for the X2 xDrive28i.
 
The 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine at work in the X2 xDrive28i has been extensively revised. The new engine incorporates a Miller combustion cycle, as well as a new dual (direct and port) injection system and a revised combustion chamber geometry. The engine now makes 241 hp between 4,500-6,500 rpm, and torque has increased to 295 lb-ft between 1,500-4,000 rpm – enough to propel the X2 xDrive28i from 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds.
 
M on the outside, M on the inside: The X2 M35i xDrive.
 
The most potent 4-cylinder version of the latest modular generation of engines delivers the power the all-new BMW X2 M35i xDrive turns into exhilarating performance. Among the 2.0-liter unit’s M-specific highlights are a new, stronger crankshaft, an optimized oil supply system for the pistons with cooling channels, and main bearing shells and caps carried over from the latest-generation 6-cylinder engines. It is also equipped with VANOS variable camshaft timing with optimized oil supply for the actuator and VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing. The result of these enhancements is 312 hp between 5,750 and 6,500 rpm, and peak torque of 295 lb-ft from 2,000 to 4,500 rpm.  With all that power at the ready, the new BMW X2 M35i xDrive sprints from rest to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds.
 
The new motor’s spirited power is accompanied by a growl from the M-specific exhaust system. The new BMW X2 M35i xDrive features two pairs of twin tailpipes. Nestled neatly into the left and right of the rear apron, they are a signature feature of high-performance models from BMW M and have now been adopted by the most powerful member of the compact SAC range. 
 
Standard equipment: a 7-speed Steptronic double-clutch transmission.
 
The new engines in the BMW X2 are paired with a 7-speed Steptronic double-clutch transmission executes quick and seamless gear changes. The latest generation of the transmission stands out with its fully electric actuation, widened gear ratio spread and greater internal efficiency. And the transmission automatically shifts into P when the engine is switched off. If the car is parked on a slope, the electric parking brake is automatically applied.
 
The seven-speed Steptronic transmission also features a built-in mechanical limited-slip differential, whose locking effect limits the difference in speed between the front wheels. Together with the BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive system for fully variable distribution of power between the front and rear wheels, this serves to maximize traction, handling stability and cornering dynamics.
 
Gearshift paddles on the steering wheel (standard on X2 M35i xDrive, available on X2 xDrive28i) enable ultra-fast manual gear changes. In vehicles specified with the optional M Sport package, the left-hand paddle is also used to activate the Sport Boost function, which enables extremely dynamic mid-range sprints.
 
With the second-generation BMW X2, there has been a notable improvement in agility and cornering dynamics, as well as in long-distance comfort when compared to the previous model. A body construction of lower weight but increased rigidity, a substantially longer wheelbase and significantly wider tracks, plus high-quality chassis components and control systems tuned for this specific model provided the necessary tools here. It all adds up to sweetly balanced, precisely controllable, and consistently well-resolved handling.
 
Newly developed componentry for the front and rear axle.
 
The all-new BMW X2 has adopted its predecessor’s design principle for the front and rear axle. However, every component of the single-joint spring strut axle at the front has been developed almost completely from scratch. The new axle kinematics and increased rigidity help to give the X2 agile turn-in response and steering feel that is largely unaffected by torque steer. The supports for the hydromounts are now made from aluminum, shaving around three kilograms off the vehicle’s weight. Following readjustment of the steering axle, the caster offset has been increased by some 15 percent over the previous model, which has a positive effect on both steering feedback and straight-line stability. 
 
The modular three-link rear axle also has the ideal ingredients for sporty handling. Featuring a unique design with especially high rigidity, it works in conjunction with a rear-axle subframe with a rigid mounting and promises precise wheel guidance even under high lateral acceleration. The springs and dampers take up less space thanks to their separate arrangement, freeing up additional room both for passengers in the rear and in the luggage compartment. 
 
The use of anti-roll bar mounts with high preload on both axles improves not just roll stabilization, but also steering precision during dynamic cornering. A new wheel bearing design that minimizes both friction and weight is an additional factor in the superior efficiency of the new BMW X2. 
 
The suspension and damping systems in the new BMW X2 have also undergone an extensive upgrade with a view to enhancing long-distance comfort. For the first time, the front axle has been equipped with extra, lift-related damping using an additional sleeve on the dampers. This reduces body movement when driving over small bumps, while also ensuring excellent transient behavior in corners. 
 
Adaptive M suspension with frequency-selective damping and sport steering.
 
Adaptive M Suspension is available for all model variants of the compact SAC. It is fitted as standard on the BMW X2 M35i xDrive and is included with the M Sport Package on the X2 xDrive28i. Both agility and long-distance comfort benefit from this suspension system’s adjustable and frequency-selective dampers. Pressure peaks inside the dampers are smoothed out with the help of additional valves that are active on the rebound side. As a result, the system offers comfortable response when absorbing minor bumps in the road surface combined with sporty damper characteristics in dynamic driving situations.
 
Sport steering is part of the Adaptive M Suspension specification. This version of the Electric Power Steering system features a more direct rack ratio, along with the Servotronic speed-sensitive power assistance also included with the standard steering.

Near-actuator wheel slip limitation for extremely quick, precise response.
 
The new BMW X2 also now comes with near-actuator wheel slip limitation to maximize agility and composure in challenging driving situations. Unique in this segment, this traction control system is integrated into the engine management, eliminating the long signal paths to the DSC control unit. This allows corrective inputs to be applied up to ten times faster than in conventional systems and with exceptional precision. Near-actuator wheel slip limitation ensures optimum traction even on slippery roads, superb straight-line poise and assurance when accelerating hard, and excellent handling stability in corners.
 
Integrated braking system as standard, M Sport brakes as options. 
 
The standard braking system on the new BMW X2 xDrive28i employs single-piston floating-caliper disc brakes at the front and rear. When the M Sport Package is specified, four-piston, fixed-caliper M Sport disc brakes are available to be fitted at the front wheels with single-piston, floating-caliper at the rear. The BMW X2 M35i xDrive is fitted as standard with the M Sport brakes with blue calipers.
 
The M Sport Package for the X2 xDrive28i offers 19 or 20-inch M light-alloy wheels while the new BMW X2 M35i xDrive comes with 20-inch M light-alloy wheels as standard. Other light-alloy wheels up to 21 inches are available as options. The 19- and 20-inch light-alloy wheel variants are fitted with tires that are 20 millimeters wider than on the outgoing model to give the all-new BMW X2 greater dynamic handling potential. High-performance tires are also available for models with Adaptive M Suspension.
 
Individual design with familiar M details.
 
The exceptional performance capabilities of the new BMW X2 M35i xDrive are reflected in distinctive design features that testify to the technical requirements of a high-performance vehicle in terms of cooling air supply and aerodynamic balance. A front apron with large air intakes ensures the engine, transmission, and brakes work within their optimum temperature windows at all times, even under hard driving. Prominent side skirt extensions, black M exterior mirror caps, a model-specific M rear spoiler with central indent and a rear apron with diffuser inlay vividly showcase the performance-led character of the new flagship model.
 
The BMW M kidney grille of the new BMW X2 M35i xDrive bears the M logo. The grille also sports horizontal double bars, a design cue originally developed for high-performance models from BMW M GmbH. The same applies to the quartet of exhaust tailpipes – each measuring 100 mm in diameter – integrated into the rear apron. These pairs of tailpipes positioned to the far left and right of the rear end signal the presence of the most powerful engine in the model range.
 
Cabin features M-specific displays and optional M Sport seats.
 
The M-specific cockpit design creates a high-intensity performance experience inside the new BMW X2 M35i xDrive. Highlights include Light Aluminum Hexacube interior trim elements, an M leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles and red centre marker, an Alcantara-trimmed instrument panel, M door sill trim, M pedals and the M-specific graphics of the BMW Curved Display and, optionally, the BMW Head-Up Display.
 
Standard equipment for the new BMW X2 M35i xDrive includes Black M Alcantara/Veganza sport seats with blue contrast stitching. Also on the options list are M Sport seats. These offer multi-way electric adjustment (including memory function for the driver’s seat), have integral head restraints and feature an illuminated M logo in the upper section of the backrests.
 
Display and control/operation system, connectivity. The new BMW Operating System 9 and innovative digital services.
 
The latest version of the BMW iDrive display and control/operation system featuring QuickSelect is fitted in the new BMW X2, enabling numerous functions to be controlled intuitively and easily and providing access to innovative digital services. Based on BMW Operating System 9, it is packaged together with the BMW Curved Display and BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, meaning it has been carefully geared to operation using the touchscreen and natural language. The control/operation system additionally comprises multifunction buttons on the steering wheel and, as an option, the BMW Head-Up Display. The new BMW iDrive helps to deliver a focused, assured driving experience by showing the right information in the right place.
 
The latest-generation BMW iDrive features a redesigned home screen and the QuickSelect rapid-access tech, bringing an improved menu structure that takes its cue from consumer electronics devices. BMW Operating System 9 was developed in-house by the BMW Group and is based on an Android Open Source Project (AOSP) software stack for the first time. It provides the basis for a broader offering of digital content for information and entertainment, shorter function update cycles and improved accessibility to a host of specific online services. BMW Operating System 9 therefore paves the way for a highly customizable selection of additional digital services that are made available to customers with the BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades and the new BMW Digital Premium offering.

 
BMW iDrive 9 with QuickSelect.
 
At the heart of the display and control/operation system is the standard BMW Curved Display formed by a 10.25-inch information display and a control display with a screen diagonal of 10.7 inches. The screens merge into a single unit behind a continuous glass surface that curves towards the driver.
 
The new BMW Operating System 9 home screen on the control display continuously displays the navigation system’s map view or other individually configurable graphics. On the same level, function icons appear in a vertical arrangement on the driver’s side of the display.
 
Drivers can change between icons with a vertical swipe. The QuickSelect feature allows the function selected to be activated directly without having to enter a submenu. And once the relevant settings have been chosen, a quick tap on the home icon at the lower edge of the control display is all it takes to return to the home screen. Icons for direct access to the climate control menu, All Apps menu and, if activated, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ can also now be found next to the home icon.
 
The new, flat menu structure makes it much easier to activate the desired functions and settings. The digital content – just like the hardware in the form of the BMW Curved Display – is designed to enhance the driver focus for which BMW is known.
 
Over-the-air updating: Remote Software Upgrades and BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades. 
 
BMW has the world’s largest fully over-the-air upgradeable vehicle fleet, with more than five million such vehicles on the road. The Remote Software Upgrades function keeps the new BMW X2 right up to date with the latest software. Upgrades may include free quality improvements or even additional features and functional improvements.
 
New BMW Digital Premium offering heralds the arrival of in-car gaming and audio and video streaming. 
 
BMW Digital Premium means customers can enjoy in-car use of all the apps available in their country, e.g., for music streaming, video streaming, news, or gaming, on a subscription basis. The optional package also covers data usage for all digital services and the apps available from the BMW ConnectedDrive Store, including music and video streaming.
 
A new form of in-car gaming unique in the automotive sector is just one highlight of the BMW Digital Premium offering. BMW is presenting a wide selection of casual games in collaboration with the gaming platform AirConsole. These can be played when the vehicle is parked.
 
Setting up the gaming experience with AirConsole is perfectly straightforward. All that players need is their smartphone, which acts as the controller, and the BMW Curved Display. Once the AirConsole App has been launched in the vehicle, smartphone and car can be connected by scanning a QR code on the Curved Display. The games are then instantly made available, with gameplay controlled by smartphone over the air. This unique set-up means that multiple players can share in the in-car gaming fun at the same time.

The new BMW X2 provides powerful mobile reception for data transmission – enabling in-car gaming, streaming and other online services – as well as for interference-free phone calls while driving, thanks to the vehicle’s own 5G antenna system. With up to four 5G mobile antennae available, outstanding voice and data transmission quality is guaranteed.

 
Additional My Modes and further scope for customization with BMW Digital Premium. 
 
Selectable by voice command or at the push of a button, the My Modes create an all-encompassing interplay of vehicle functions, displays and interior ambience. Drivers of the new BMW X2 can choose from Personal Mode, Sport Mode, and Efficient Mode as standard, while BMW Digital Premium extends the range by adding Expressive Mode, Relax Mode, and Digital Art Mode. This opens further options for individually tailoring aspects such as the style of the readouts on the control display and the interior lighting to suit the driving situation at hand, the current mood, and personal preferences.
 
BMW Digital Premium also enhances the user experience with add-ons for the lighting sequence that is activated when approaching the car. The welcome scenario starts with an orchestrated lighting effect using the exterior and interior lights, including the light carpet in the entrance area. The vehicle then automatically unlocks when the driver is about 1.5 meters away. And as they get into the car, the BMW Curved Display plays a choreographed start-up animation and shows a customized welcome window for the driver – with a personal greeting as well as handy suggestions and information. BMW Digital Premium allows customers to select three more carefully devised lighting sequences for this welcome, in addition to the standard lighting choreography. Lighting effects with a very elegant, vibrant, or dynamic style are then available to choose from. Ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology helps to ensure that the location of the key or compatible smartphone with BMW Digital Key Plus can be pinpointed precisely on the approach to the vehicle.
 
In BMW X2 models with BMW Digital Premium, automated routines can also increase convenience in regularly recurring situations. For instance, the driver’s window can be opened automatically at the entrance to an underground car park, making it easy to use an access card.
 
Extended functionality for the BMW Maps navigation system. 
 
The cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system forms part of the BMW Digital Cockpit Plus fitted as standard in the new BMW X2. Besides offering a simplified method of destination entry, BMW Maps enables fast route calculation, carried out dynamically and based on precise real-time traffic data transmitted at short intervals. 
 
Opting for BMW Digital Cockpit Professional also adds the Augmented View function to the navigation map, which shows a live video stream from the driver’s perspective on the control display and augments it with supplementary information to match the context. At confusing junctions, for instance, an animated directional arrow is integrated into the video image to help the driver take the best turn-off for the planned route.
 
One of the key benefits of BMW Digital Premium is the enhanced functionality of BMW Maps, such as the real-time traffic information (RTTI) service with colour coding to show how freely traffic is flowing across the entire map area, even if route guidance isn’t activated. It also offers 3D visualization of buildings and surrounding elements in the map view and extended information on parking facilities. In addition, the driver is proactively notified of the current traffic situation and estimated time of arrival when setting out for destinations they drive to regularly. If necessary, the system will even propose an alternative route. Turn instructions and lane recommendations are shown in realistic form in both the information display and the optional BMW Head-Up Display. 
 
Natural dialogue with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
 
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant also gains additional skills as part of the upgraded BMW iDrive package. Naturally formulated spoken instructions can now be used to adjust the air conditioning, for instance. Two different visualization variants are available for the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant in conjunction with BMW Digital Premium. Together with the accompanying interactive graphics, this results in an even closer and more personal dialogue between the user and their car. The depicted graphics visualize how the system is listening attentively to what is being said, for example. An instant text display also now indicates the command that has just been understood and processed by the voice assistant.
 
The digital companion is additionally capable of recognizing user behavior and proactively making contextually relevant suggestions to the driver on how to use the vehicle. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant suggests example commands and unused functions, which can be found in the Personal Assistant widget using QuickSelect.
 
Smartphone integration via both Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is included as standard in the new BMW X2. The WiFi connection between smartphone and vehicle enables the services to be integrated directly into the car’s display/operation system. Information from the apps can be viewed both in the control display and – in a cleverly presented way – in the instrument cluster or optional Head-Up Display.
 
Personalization using the BMW ID and My BMW App. 
 
BMW customers will benefit from increasingly automated personalization of the user experience based on their BMW ID. Their profile is simply imported into the vehicle once they have signed in using a QR code. Personal and synchronizable settings are loaded, while the vehicle is also added to the My BMW App without the customer having to do anything, allowing them to make the most of the app’s extensive functions.
 
The My BMW App acts as a universal digital interface that provides information on the vehicle’s status, charging status and remaining range at any time. And it enables remote operation of functions such as vehicle locating, locking or unlocking the doors or monitoring the car’s immediate vicinity. When the vehicle is equipped appropriately, the Remote 3D View and Remote Inside View functions give drivers the ability to call up a three-dimensional live image of their vehicle’s immediate vicinity and its interior on their smartphone.
 
The ability to manage the car’s servicing and maintenance requirements is another convenient feature of the My BMW App. If the vehicle needs to be serviced, users receive a push notification and can make an appointment directly in the app.

The My BMW app can additionally be used to send destination addresses from the smartphone to the vehicle’s navigation system and to initiate, purchase or extend ConnectedDrive Upgrades. The My Trips feature including Efficiency Trainer provides the user with data and evaluations on their smartphone for distances travelled, consumption and average speed, and offers helpful tips for driving more efficiently. A total of up to seven users can associate the same vehicle with their My BMW App and an individual BMW ID in each case. The My BMW App is also available for the Apple Watch with a selected range of functions.
 
BMW Proactive Care™: new service pledge marked by digitalization.

With BMW Proactive Care, BMW is creating a new platform for communicating with customers when various types of car servicing are required. The focus here is on the ability to also detect the vehicle’s servicing requirements using artificial intelligence and proactively offer solutions to the customer.

For many years now, customers have already been benefiting from the fact that service-related data is transmitted directly from the vehicle to a BMW Retailer thanks to BMW Teleservices. It is also possible to arrange service appointments online in this way – either by calling from the vehicle or via the My BMW App. BMW is now going one step further with Proactive Care. From Condition Based Servicing to digital tire diagnostics, from Battery Guard to accident detection as part of the automatic emergency call feature, the new BMW X2 can identify servicing requirements or a need for assistance in many ways and report them to BMW in line with the customer’s preferences.

Depending on the type of servicing work required, communication takes place via different channels: an in-car notification on the control display, a message in the My BMW App, an e-mail or – in the event of a collision or breakdown – a phone call from Roadside Assistance. The customer can take advantage of various types of service with Proactive Care. This includes remote diagnosis with potential troubleshooting via a software update, as well as online appointment scheduling and a personalized service video complete with online payment (the scope of “Proactive Care” services may vary depending on the country of delivery). In the event of a breakdown, BMW will arrange a tow truck and inform the customer in advance when assistance will arrive.
 
BMW Digital Key Plus as a full-function vehicle key. 
 
The Comfort Access option also includes the BMW Digital Key Plus. This enables customers to lock and unlock their BMW X2 with a compatible smartphone running iOS or Android or an Apple Watch by means of security-enhanced ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology – dispensing with the need for a conventional car key. To unlock and lock the vehicle, the user simply has to approach it and move away again, without even needing to take their smartphone out of their pocket.
 
The BMW Digital Key Plus can be set up using the My BMW App. The car owner can also share it – and therefore access to the vehicle – with up to five other users, regardless of whether their smartphone runs iOS or Android. 
 
Interior camera for taking pictures and recording videos or checking inside the car using the My BMW App on a smartphone. 
 
The cars’ occupants can use an optionally available overhead interior camera to take photos and record videos, complete with sound, both when stationary and while driving, allowing them to capture special moments and share them with friends and family. Pictures and recordings can be transferred to any smartphone connected to the car via WiFi by simply scanning a QR code in the control display. 
 
Customers are also able to have pictures from the interior camera sent to their smartphone using the My BMW App’s remote function if they wish to check inside the car to see whether bags or other items have been left there. The interior camera is also activated by the anti-theft recorder. This initiates a recording of the interior the instant the vehicle’s anti-theft alarm system is triggered. On models fitted with the optional Parking Assistant Plus, footage from the exterior cameras is also provided in this case.
 
Driver assistance systems. State-of-the-art technology enhances comfort and safety.
 
The new BMW X2 is fitted as standard with the latest version of the Forward Collision Mitigation system, which brings additional functions to help prevent an accident. It comprises features such as Collision Warning, pedestrian and cyclist warnings with braking function, and it can also warn the driver of pedestrians and cyclists who are parallel to the road and approaching the vehicle from the front or rear when turning right. The Forward Collision Mitigation system also helps to increase safety when turning left. If a vehicle is approaching on the side of the road the driver needs to cross, visual and acoustic warnings are triggered, and the brakes are applied to prevent the driver from continuing with their maneuver. 
 
Active Blind Spot Detection is now standard, and there is a new exit warning function, which warns if a vehicle or cyclist is approaching the BMW X2 and there is a risk of collision on either side of the vehicle if a door were to be opened. The driver or front passenger is alerted to the danger by flashing LEDs in the mirror or the ambient lighting. An acoustic signal is also emitted.
 
A new level of assisted driving for the X2: Driving Assistant Professional.
 
The optional Driving Assistant Professional available for the first time on the BMW X2 offers new levels of comfort and safety on long-distance journeys. This camera- and radar-based system includes the Steering Assistant as well as Distance Control. Corrective steering inputs help the driver to keep the vehicle in the lane detected by the system. Distance Control is capable of not only maintaining the preferred speed, but also automatically keeping a safe distance from vehicles travelling ahead and can bring the new BMW X2 to a halt if necessary. And when driving in tedious, dense traffic, Traffic Jam Assistant allows attentive, hands-free driving at speeds up to 60 km/h on limited access highways.
 
Parking Assistant, Rear View Camera, Backup Assistant.
 
Drivers of the new BMW X2 also benefit from assistance when parking and maneuvering thanks to technology such as the optional Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection (PDC) with sensors at the front and rear. This system uses visual and acoustic alerts and automatic brake inputs to help avoid collisions with obstacles to the front, sides, and rear of the vehicle when parking. The Backup Assistant makes light work of backing up for distances of up to 50 metres by steering the vehicle along the same line it took when moving forward. 
 
The latest version of the optional Parking Assistant Plus offers an even wider range of uses. It helps the driver to select and park in spaces either parallel or perpendicular to the road. Instead of just using other vehicles as a guide to help it select a parking space and straighten the vehicle when parking, the system is now able to take its bearings from the curb. Automatic Park Assistant can be used both to enter and to exit spaces. As well as the necessary steering inputs, it also carries out the acceleration, braking and gear changes required for the maneuver.

The functions contained in Parking Assistant Plus provide an excellent overview in many different situations. Parking View and 3D View create a 360-degree image of the vehicle and its surroundings, which is shown from various angles in the control display. Meanwhile, the Remote 3D View function gives drivers the ability to call up a three-dimensional live image of their vehicle and its immediate vicinity on their smartphone.
 
The BMW Drive Recorder is another Parking Assistant Plus feature, which uses the driver assistance systems’ cameras to record video images all around the vehicle, so these can be stored and later either played back on the control display when the vehicle is stationary or exported via the USB interface. The Crash Recorder feature, when enabled, will automatically record up to 60 seconds of footage in the event of an accident.
 
If the vehicle’s alarm system is triggered, the Anti-Theft Recorder can record video images from the four Surround View cameras at the same time as alerting the customer by sending a push notification to their smartphone via the My BMW App. 

Specifications.

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BMW Group in Canada

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For more information, please contact:

Marc Belcourt

Director, Corporate Communications

BMW Group Canada

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Product and Technology Manager, Corporate Communications

BMW Group Canada

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2020 technical specifications, wheels and tires and pricing. Please note that this information is specific to Canada and all specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Please find attached on location pictures of the International Media Launch of the new BMX X2 M35i. Footage coming soon.

2020 technical specifications, wheels and tires and pricing. Please note that this information is specific to Canada and all specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

2019 technical specifications, wheels and tires and pricing. Please note that this information is specific to Canada and all specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Richmond Hill, ON. Today, BMW announced the newest member of the X2 Sports Activity Coupé family, the 2019 X2 M35i. The new BMW X2 has inspired a modern and young-at-heart target group following its premiere in March 2018. With its extroverted design, the BMW X2 interprets the character of a premium SAC (Sports Activity Coupés) in an entirely new way.

BMW’s most powerful 2-liter TwinPower Turbo engine.

The new 2019 BMW X2 M35i, featuring a 302 hp 2.0L TwinPower turbocharged engine, sets a new benchmark in 4-cylinder power and torque delivery for the BMW Brand, under the influence of BMW M GmbH, whose racing know-how flows into the development of many components in the X2 M35i model. The 2.0 liter TwinPower Turbo engine concealed under the M Performance engine cover is the very first M Performance 4-cylinder engine and at the same time BMW’s most powerful production 4-cylinder version yet. It delivers a maximum power output of 302 hp @ 5,000 – 6,250 rpm. Maximum torque is an extremely strong 332 lb-ft. @ 1,750 – 4,500 rpm.

To achieve such high performance results, BMW M left almost no major engine component group untouched. The crankshaft has been reinforced and features larger main bearings. New pistons with slightly reduced compression ratio (9.5:1 vs 10.2:1) allow for a larger turbocharger and increased boost. The intake airflow tract has been improved for higher flow. The cooling system has been upgraded to complement the increased vehicle capabilities.

To ensure that this power is securely transferred to the tarmac, the 2019 BMW X2 M35i comes standard with xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive technology in conjunction with the 8-speed sport automatic transmission including Launch Control. For the first time ever, a front axle BMW M Sport Differential makes its appearance and features Torsen-based limited slip capabilities with up to a 39% lock-up. The new M Sport differential is integrated into the 8-speed automatic transmission which itself features steering wheel shift paddles, M Performance specific tuning, additional transmission cooling and updated gear ratios. The BMW X2 M35i is capable of accelerating from      0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds (preliminary figure).

Outstanding driving dynamics thanks to M-specific tuning.

Being an M Performance automobile, the BMW X2 M35i features, in addition to a powerful engine, also an M Sport suspension system that has been specifically tuned and adapted to match the car’s more sporting character. A special technical highlight – and also a premiere for an M Performance automobile – is the M Sport Differential installed in the front axle. During highly dynamic driving maneuvers, this locking differential effectively reduces possible traction losses on the front wheels. In addition, the braking system has been upgraded for use on the X2 M35i. The M Sport braking system with fixed front axle and floating rear axle calipers in Dark Blue M metallic guarantees consistently short braking distances even under the highest loads.

Steering and suspension have also both been adapted to match the performance of the drive system. Thanks to a special tuning, the M sports steering features a quicker ratio and conveys to the driver an impressively direct and precise steering feel. The X2 M35i comes standard with the M Sport suspension with stiffer spring and damper rates as well as a 10 mm lower ride height. The rear axle carrier and lateral control arms have been redesigned to improve driving dynamics. An adaptive damper suspension offering two different manually selectable modes is available as an option.

Upgraded M Performance exterior design elements in Cerium Grey.

The more sporting focus of the 2019 BMW X2 M35i is reflected in exterior design M Performance elements finished in Cerium Grey and an aero kit based on the X2 M Sport Package. This begins at the front with full LED technology for the headlights and fog lights and continues with the double kidney grill in Cerium Grey and the newly designed side air intakes in the front fascia of the same color for best possible cooling of both the brakes and engine. The exterior mirrors receive caps in Cerium Grey. At the rear, the X2 M35i boasts a distinctive M rear spoiler and with an M Sport exhaust system with two tailpipes (each 100 mm in diameter) for both more aggressive sound and appearance. 19-inch Orbit Grey bicolor M Sport light alloy wheels in 715M styling are standard, (optional: 20-inch M Sport light alloy wheels in 721M styling and in Cerium Grey bicolor) and round off the exterior design features.  

For the first time Exclusive M sports seats ensure perfect seating comfort and lateral support.

As with the exterior design highlights, the basis for the interior is the M Sport Package. The X2 M35i features a standard M Sport leather steering wheel with shift paddles and standard sport seats. The optional front M sports seats with integrated headrests not only look sporty and aggressive but offer improved lateral support for both driver and front passenger under increased cornering loads. The M sport seats are available upholstered in Magma Red Dakota Leather with perforations and black accents, or Black Dakota Leather with perforations. The standard sport seats are available in Black or Oyster Leatherette.

Trend-setting digital competence for state-of-the-art technologies.

In addition to the updates of both drive system and design, the 2019 BMW X2 M35i offers BMW’s trend-setting digital competence in the areas of operation and networking. The optional full-color BMW Head-Up Display offers a display range that is unprecedented in this vehicle segment. The latest generation of BMW ConnectedDrive and the new BMW Connected App are fitted. The wireless use of Apple CarPlay set further highlights. Driver assistant systems include, camera-based technologies such as Forward Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation and Lane Departure Warning.

Pricing and additional technical information will be published closer to the Canadian market launch in February of 2019.

Richmond Hill, ON.  BMW will host the world premiere of the all-new 2018 BMW X2 Sports Activity Coupé, and unveil the 2019 BMW i8 Coupé at the 2017 Detroit autoshow (NAIAS) on Monday, January 15^th at 9:35 am. Experts in the areas of design, product management and BMW’s electric vehicle strategy and portfolio will be on-site for interviews and to answer questions about BMW Group products and services.

WORLD PREMIERE: The all-new 2018 BMW X2 Sports Activity Coup é .

What:             The all-new 2018 BMW X2 Sports Activity Coupé.

When:            Monday, January 15^th at 9:35 am.

Where:           North American International Auto Show, Cobo Centre, BMW stand.

The world debut of the all-new 2018 BMW X2 Sports Activity Coupé in Detroit introduces a new breed of car that takes the stage as the newest addition to the BMW X family. Featuring an unmistakable design combining both sporty and urban genes, the bold, uncompromising nature of the first-ever BMW X2 is evident at first sight. Even next to its bigger brothers, the BMW X4 and BMW X6, the BMW X2 makes a distinctive impression with its unique design language and performance pedigree.

WORLD PREMIERE: The BMW i8 Coup é

What:             The new 2019 BMW i8 Coupé.

When:            Monday, January 15^th at 9:35 am.

Where:           North American International Auto Show, Cobo Centre, BMW stand.

The new 2019 BMW i8 Coupé also makes its world debut at NAIAS. Using optimized BMW eDrive technology with hybrid-specific all-wheel drive, the enhanced hybrid 2+2 seater has increased power and range over its predecessor, which has been the world’s best-selling hybrid sports car since 2014. Showcased alongside the new BMW i8 Coupé will be the all-new BMW i8 Roadster. The BMW i8 Roadster takes the BMWi8’s combination of locally emission-free mobility and high-caliber performance and adds top-down exhilaration.

ADDITIONAL VEHICLES FEATURED AND ON DISPLAY AT NAIAS:

- BMW i3s

- BMW X7 iPerformance Concept

- BMW X3

- BMW M3 CS

- BMW M5.

EXPERTS/EXECUTIVES

Please contact BMW Group Canada Corporate Communications to make interview arrangements with the following BMW spokespeople:

Adrian van Hooydonk                           

Senior Vice President BMW Design

BMW AG

Jozef Kaban                                          

Vice President of BMW Design

BMW AG

Ingo Lasslop                                        

Head of Product Management             .

Compact Class / BMW X2                                   

BMW AG

Julius Schluppkotten                                                              

Head of Project – BMW X2

BMW AG

Dr. Stefan Juraschek                           

Head of Electrified Powertrains,

BMW AG

Dr. Alexander Kotouc                           

Head of BMWi Product                        

Management,

BMW AG

Munich. Smartphone users can experience the first ever BMW X2, anywhere and even before market launch – thanks to BMW and Snapchat. BMW is the first brand worldwide to leverage the potential of the new Snapchat “Augmented Trial” Lens.

Starting today, fans all over the world can use augmented reality technology to view and configure a realistic 3D model of the latest addition to the BMW X family. At the start of communications in late October, BMW already reached an audience of millions across Europe with the BMW X2 Face Lens in Galvanic Gold.

Through Snapchat, BMW is expanding its marketing activities through an innovative and playful medium that is especially popular with creative, tech-savvy individuals. As the newest member of the BMW X family, the BMW X2 (with a combined fuel consumption of 6.3 – 4.5 l/100 km and combined CO2 emissions of 144 – 118 g/km*) appeals to the young and young-at-heart, extroverted and active customers who value individuality and lifestyle. Innovative apps like Snapchat are an integral part of their digital world.

The BMW X2 campaign “Be the one who dares” is using a range of new digital communications channels to reach BMW fans around the world, in line with the brand’s new focus on a more youthful “Sheer Driving Pleasure”. BMW communications are taking a noticeably younger, fresher approach, with a new tonality that explores unexpected channels.

“Snapchat is young and modern – which suits BMW and the BMW X2 perfectly. We are enriching Snapchat users’ digital experience through content they find appealing, with a high recognition value. We wanted to insert ourselves in an organic way into the Snapchat environment and its users’ world. That is the most meaningful way to address our fans in a style that fits the channel and the target group,” explains Jörg Poggenpohl, head of Digital Marketing BMW.

With the BMW X2 experience, the BMW becomes the first brand to use the Snapchat Augmented Trial Lens, enriching reality with digital content. A brief clip shown between user stories or in the “discover” area, directs Snapchat users’ attention to the new BMW X2. If the user accepts the invitation to “swipe up”, their phone camera is activated. The app automatically integrates a 3D model of the BMW X2 into the camera’s field of vision. In this way, users can already experience the new BMW X2, virtually, anywhere in the world, before it even reaches BMW showrooms. The 3D model is realistically integrated into its surroundings and users can walk around the vehicle to admire it from all angles. They can also use the app to change the paint colour.

A special Face Lens for “selfies”, which colours the face with the exclusive BMW X2 Galvanic Gold finish, was available to Snapchatters in Germany, France, Italy, Spain and the UK at the start of the BMW X2 communications campaign in early November and proved a huge success: The lens was seen over 40m times by over 13m Snapchatters. Snapchatters also chose to play with the BMW Lens for on average almost 24 seconds and created over 2.5 million Snaps with the BMW X2 Galvanic Gold Face Lens.

In addition to Snapchat, the BMW X2 “Be the one who dares” campaign is using many other digital marketing channels. At the start of communications in October, prospective customers and fans were able to experience the BMW X2 in an innovative mixed reality application with the Microsoft HoloLens. BMW is also the first automotive brand to use augmented reality in the popular Shazam app. Further partnerships with popular apps and internet services will follow between now and the market launch in March 2018.

Agency:

Lead digital – Jung von Matt

If you have any questions, please contact:

BMW Group Corporate Communications

Julian Hetzenecker
Communications BMW Group Sales and Marketing Germany and BMW Group Marketing
BMW Group Business and Financial Communications
Telephone: +49 89 382 39229
Email: julian.hetzenecker@bmw.de

Micaela Sandstede
Press Spokesperson BMW Group Sales and Marketing Germany and BMW Group Marketing
BMW Group Business and Financial Communications
Telephone: +49 89 382 61611
Email: micaela.sandstede@bmw.de

Media website: https://newsroom.bmwgroup.com/global/en

Email: presse@bmw.de

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In 2016, the BMW Group sold approximately 2.367 million cars and 145,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax was approximately € 9.67 billion on revenues amounting to € 94.16 billion. As of 31 December 2016, the BMW Group had a workforce of 124,729 employees.

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Munich. Things are starting to get a little weird. Following its two camouflaged outings through the urban jungle and at Milan Fashion Week, the new BMW X2 (fuel consumption combined: 6.3 – 4.5 l/100 km [44.8 – 62.8 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 144 – 118 g/km) is now the protagonist in yet another mystery sighting, this time for Halloween. Conjured up from nowhere and piloted as if by magic, the latest Sports “Paranormal” Activity Coupe apparition provides an intriguing preview of an automotive newcomer that will manifest itself very shortly.

From its origins through to its modern-day form, Halloween has for centuries been the night of ghostly figures, scary stories and mystic rituals. Which makes this the ideal occasion for the new BMW X2 to make a spontaneous and dramatic entrance. Whereas in times gone by, people would ready themselves for the onset of winter by lighting blazing fires and invoking supernatural forces, now creepy costumes and jack-o’-lanterns – with their menacing grimaces – form the eerie backdrop as the new BMW X2 steals the show with its frightening good looks.

So the pumpkin very clearly sets the tone, with its influence extending far beyond the intense orange of the X2’s exterior paintwork.

Richmond Hill, ON. BMW is pleased today to introduce the first-ever BMW X2, a new breed of car that takes the stage as the newest addition to the BMW X family featuring an unmistakable design with sporty yet urban genes. The BMW X2’s athletic drivetrain, specifically tuned chassis and xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system, promises undiluted driving fun.

The cutting-edge BMW TwinPower Turbo engine strikes the ideal balance between sporting dynamics and exceptional efficiency, powering this all-new Sports Activity Coupe from 0 – 100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds. The latest digital services from BMW ConnectedDrive and BMW ConnectedDrive Services add the necessary technology for the first-ever BMW X2 to fit perfectly into a seamlessly connected lifestyle.

The bold, uncompromising nature of the first-ever BMW X2 is evident at first sight and stands out from the crowd in any setting. Even next to its bigger brothers, the BMW X4 and BMW X6, the BMW X2 makes a distinctive impression with its unique design language. The main contributing factor is the car’s exterior design, which essentially combines the fast-moving body language and low-slung proportions of a coupe with the robust construction of a BMW X model.

“The BMW X2 represents an expression of modern and extrovert vehicle dynamics,” says Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President BMW Group Design, in describing the first-ever BMW X2. “Its standalone vehicle concept brings a new, fresh and exciting facet of the BMW to the compact segment.” On the road, the BMW X2 has the poise of an athlete in peak condition. This is true for the basic version and even more so for M Sport X models. The BMW X2 M Sport X package combines design elements from BMW M and the BMW X family.

The first-ever BMW X2 will be available in Spring 2018 with pricing to be announced closer to the market launch.

The first ever BMW X2: powerful and agile.

The BMW X2 has an invigoratingly fresh feel to it even in its standard specification. It immediately stands out as a BMW X model, yet it has a highly distinctive and unique appearance. This is partly due to its unique proportions, the execution of many of its details, the placement of the BMW roundel and the reinterpretation of a BMW design icon – the kidney grille. In addition, the black strip of body trim encircling the body produces the characteristically robust X model look, while lending visual emphasis to the ground clearance.

Eloquent looks, dynamic proportions.

Above all, it is the BMW X2’s proportions which create its expressive, dynamic demeanor. It is 3.2 inches shorter and 2.8 inches lower than the BMW X1, yet has the same wheelbase giving the first-ever BMW X2 a more muscular look. Featuring short overhangs, it also has a stretched, coupe-style roofline and slim window graphic.

“The BMW X2 fuses the fast-moving forms of a coupe with the robust volumes of an X model,” sums up Thomas Sycha, Head of Design BMW Compact Class. “It was important to us to make these apparently conflicting aspects of the BMW X2 and the car’s individual character something you experience from every angle and at first glance.”

BMW TwinPower Turbo Engine and 8-speed Automatic transmission .

The first-ever BMW X2 xDrive28i will be available at launch with the latest generation 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine featuring a twin-tailpipe design that draws attention to the sporty character. This engine features a TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Direct Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve lift, and Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing.

In addition, it incorporates aluminum crankcase and cylinder head, forged steel crankshafts with an integrated balance shaft drive, low-weight pistons, forged connecting rods, friction-reduced cylinder coatings and map-controlled oil pumps. This powerful engine develops 228 hp from 5,000 – 6,000 rpm and peak torque of 258 lb-ft, available between 1,450 rpm and 4,500 rpm. In typical BMW TwinPower Turbo fashion, the driving torque is effortlessly and instantly delivered for a dynamic and agile driving experience, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just x.x seconds.

The 8-speed Steptronic transmission ensures a sporty driving character while providing maximum efficiency. The reduced converter slip of this automatic transmission cuts energy losses, and its wide gear spread keeps revs lower at higher vehicle speeds contributing to fuel economy. M Sport X package adds Sport Automatic Transmission for faster upshifts and downshifts, and includes gearshift paddles on the sports steering wheel, allowing the exceedingly agile BMW X2 to be driven in an even sportier fashion.

BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive.

The compact, low-weight and efficient all-wheel-drive system distributes the engine’s power between the front and rear axle exactly as the situation requires. The BMW xDrive system ensures excellent traction, optimized directional stability and enhanced cornering dynamics in all weather and road conditions. The combination of the DSC system and xDrive also includes integral Hill Descent Control which enables the BMW X2 to automatically maintain a desired speed on steep descents by taking care of brake control for the driver, who can purely remain focused on steering the vehicle.

The xDrive system of the first-ever BMW X2 consists of a single-speed bevel gear and a rear-axle drive unit with an electro-hydraulically controlled multi-plate clutch than controls longitudinal torque distribution. When required, the multi-plate clutch – with the help of an electrohydraulic pump – diverts the engine’s power to the rear wheels as necessary. It does so in less than 250 ms and unnoticed by the driver. The DSC system keeps the pump’s control unit constantly supplied with important data for analyzing the driving situation. The data includes the vehicle’s speed, lateral and longitudinal acceleration, steering lock, wheel-speed, pitch, accelerator position, the Driving Dynamic Control and DSC settings. This information is used to determine the ideal power split between the front and rear wheels.

The Ultimate Driving experience on all types of road.

This Sports Activity Coupe cuts a dashing figure on every journey, not least thanks to its peerless BMW TwinPower Turbo engine and sophisticated powertrain. These components team up with the car’s refined chassis to endow it with class-beating handling qualities, exceptional agility and superb feedback, allowing the BMW X2 to create an unprecedented driving experience in this segment.

Exhilarating sportiness and adaptability.

The common denominator of all BMW X2 models is an improved chassis with revised tuning for increased agility, allowing to better make use of the BMW TwinPower Turbo engine performance and providing an excellent basis for a thrilling driving experience.

The car’s driving responses can be adapted with a simple push of the Driving Dynamics Control switch, which allows drivers to choose between COMFORT mode, efficiency-enhancing ECO PRO mode and SPORT mode. The pre-programmed set-up available via SPORT mode gives the car even more dynamic steering and powertrain responses. If the optional Dynamic Damper Control (0.4 inches lower ride height) is specified, the car’s suspension can be adjusted even more precisely to better suit individual preferences.

The M Sport suspension, featuring firmer spring and damper tuning, available on the BMW X2 M Sport X, is a particularly good match for drivers wishing to extract the maximum dynamic performance. BMW X2 models specified with M Sport suspension are also lowered by 10 mm compared to the standard setup for even sportier handling. The specially adapted anti-roll bar bearings, which come with M Sport suspension and Dynamic Damper Control, also contribute to enhanced sportiness and agility.

A distinctive character define the first-ever BMW X2.

Many of the design details emphasize the BMW X2’s standalone nature while simultaneously and unequivocally signaling its membership of the X family. The iconic BMW kidney grille is just one example, turning the familiar trapezoidal shape on its head and instead widening from top to bottom. This is the first time this design detail has seen the light of day on a modern BMW.

The C-pillars host two characteristic BMW features: the hallmark BMW Hofmeister kink and, for the first time on a BMW X model, the BMW roundel. There is something special about the design of both these items. As an integral element of the C-pillar, the Hofmeister kink on the BMW X2 is slightly elongated and does not cross over the door line. This boosts the dynamic looks of this Sports Activity Coupe. The BMW roundel on the C-pillars invokes a design cue much admired on classic BMW coupes such as the 2000 CS and 3.0 CSL, and ensures the car is instantly recognizable on the road.

Design highlights: front end.

BMW kidney grille.

The kidney grille has always been an identifying feature of any BMW. On the BMW X2, however, its outline is wider at its base than at its top. The BMW X2 is the first BMW to feature this new design cue, and it gives the new car a broader, even more distinctive and even sportier appearance. Below the grille, the hexagonal design of the lower section reinforces this impression. The kidney grille provides a visual expression of the BMW X2’s classy appeal. The leading edge of the kidney grill bars in High-gloss Black contrast with the grille’s chrome surround accent.

Headlights.

The design of the BMW X2’s headlights reinforces its striking, sporty looks. New hexagonal elements of the full LED headlights (including LED daytime driving lights) combine with the fog lamps to create the characteristic six-eyed face of the X family and make the vehicle instantly recognizable. Because the inner headlights are slightly narrower than the outer ones, it gives the BMW X2 a focused presence. Moreover, chrome surfaces add a high-quality touch while a chrome bar at the outer edges enhances the impression of width. Full-LED headlights are available as standard for the BMW X2. The bi-LED light for low beam and high beam is extremely bright and effective at illuminating the road, while also accentuating the BMW X2’s sporty looks. The headlights display fine detailing, achieved in part through hexagonal LED daytime driving light tubes and laser engraving.

Side skirts.

The side skirts of the BMW X2 are among its signature features and their design varies depending on specification. The body trim is black on the standard version of the car and visible from all angles. This creates a rugged look typical of X family models, gives the appearance of high ground clearance and ensures it is easily recognized.

Roofline.

The roofline of the BMW X2 has an almost coupe-like lightness, which gives the whole car the impression of surging forward. A key contributor is the styling above the familiar BMW character line, where the body tapers in sharply towards the greenhouse. The athletic shoulders generate a large number of light surfaces in the upper section of the BMW X2 and makes the greenhouse appear lighter. The rear slim window together with the optional M Rear Spoiler inject an extra dose of sportiness into the car’s proportions.

Design highlights: rear end.

Rear spoiler.

The rear spoiler provides a dynamic flourish to round of the BMW X2’s roofline. As well as emphasizing the car’s sportiness, it also highlights the streamlined look of the rear window area. Combined with the width-enhancing rear bumper, this creates a powerful rear view. In addition, the rear spoiler with side-mounted aero edges in High-gloss Black is one of the influential factors in the BMW X2’s aerodynamics. The standard rear spoiler can be replaced on the M Sport X model with the even sportier M Rear Spoiler.

Rear lights: clearly recognizable, even in the dark.

The horizontal design lines of the BMW X2’s rear end tighten the visual distance between the car and the road, emphasizing the car’s width and therefore its sporty character. These lines continue into the high-set rear lights. The LED rear lights represent a symbiosis of the T-shape lighting contour shared by other BMW X models and the L shape familiar from BMW coupes. This iconographic light signature includes a precise LED strip on the inside of the rear light units.

Rear bumper.

The BMW X2 has a broad, planted stance on the road, especially when viewed from the rear. Creating this impression of width are the horizontal design lines and a distinctive rear bumper. The latter’s design will vary depending on the car’s specification. On the standard car, it comes in the vehicle color and matte black. The BMW X2 M Sport X, meanwhile, gets a specific diffusor insert in Frozen Grey. The new rear bumper and tailgate design sees the latter sitting flush with the rear apron giving it a harmonious feel.

BMW X2 equipment option highlights.

Exterior colors.

The BMW X2 comes in non-metallic paint as standard in either Alpine White or Jet Black. Nine additional exterior colors are available, including the new Galvanic Gold metallic finish.

Wheels.

The BMW X2 has a poised on-road stance thanks to large wheels with striking designs. The BMW X2 comes standard on 19-inch wheel Y-spoke wheels and optional 20-inch Y-spoke wheels.

Upholstery.

The BMW X2 is upholstered as standard in SensaTec in either black or oyster, but customers also have numerous optional leathers to choose from. They include four shades of Dakota leather with coordinated contrast stitching and part-perforation, including the new Magma Red Dakota leather.

Trim finishers.

The trim finishers in the BMW X2 reinforce the car’s high-class appeal. Trim finishers in Black high-gloss with a pearl chrome accent strip are fitted as standard. Four additional trim finishers are available as an option with accent strips in Pearl-effect Chrome and 6-color LED contour lighting in the door trim.

The BMW X2 M Sport X: inspired by the world of rally racing.

The design of the first-ever BMW X2 M Sport X combines design elements from BMW M and the BMW X family. Taking its cue from the radical designs of rally cars, the use of Frozen Grey as an accent color throughout the BMW X2 M Sport X provides an overall image of striking contrasts. This shade is used for features such as the specific M Sport X elements, which are visible from virtually every angle, and creates a distinctive ground clearance appearance.

Additional standout features of the M Sport X model include the bumper styling. “With the BMW X2 we’re introducing our new M Sport X model variant,” says Marcus Syring, Head of Design BMW M Automobiles. “The richly contrasting signature color Frozen Grey and recurring hexagonal elements are among its defining visual features. This model variant is inspired by rally racing. It embodies our interpretation of a new, young ‘M’ dynamic and offers a nuanced manifestation of sportiness.”

BMW X2 M Sport X equipment option highlights.

Exterior colors.

The standard exterior color for the BMW X2 M Sport X is Alpine White nonmetallic, against which the wraparound signature shade Frozen Grey produces a stunning visual contrast. Additionally, seven metallic exterior colors are available as an option, including Misano Blue Metallic, Sunset Orange Metallic and the new Galvanic Gold metallic finish that gives added impact to the character of the BMW X2 M Sport X.

Wheels.

The 19-inch style 722 M Double Spoke wheels fitted on the BMW X2 M Sport X as standard are exclusive to this model variant and are available with All-season or Performance tires. The optional 20-inch style 717 M Double Spoke wheels with Performance tires, really grab the attention – not just with their size, but their extravagant design – a standout feature in this vehicle segment.

Trim finishers.

The new Aluminum Hexagon Anthracite trim finisher with an accent strip in Pearl-effect Chrome is reserved for the BMW X2 M Sport X. Its design mirrors the hexagonal structure that is also a characteristic feature of this particular model’s exterior styling. Three additional trim finishers are available and all include an accent strip that matches the specific trim finisher, as well as contour lighting in the door trim.

Interior and equipment: Contemporary ambience with premium flair.

The interior of the BMW X2 blends signature BMW elements, such as a pronounced driver focus and dynamic lines, with the understated ruggedness of a BMW X model. The high-class quality of the BMW X2 and its impressive level of equipment, even in the standard version, are both instantly apparent. The instrument panel has contrast stitching and decorative stitching as standard, while the center console features materials including Sensatec with contrast stitching. Eye-catching highlights can be added by opting for the newly available perforated Dakota leather in Magma Red.

The first-ever BMW X2 combines all of this with a generous helping of everyday practicality. The trunk has a capacity of 50.1 cubic feet, meaning it can effortlessly handle luggage from ski weekends or mountain-bike tours or a day out with the family. This high level of functionality manifests itself in the passenger compartment too, thanks to features such as a door design with large pockets and additional storage compartments.

Interior highlights.

Driver focus.

The cabin of the BMW X2 is focused on the driver, with the design of features such as the instrument panel binnacle clearly directed at the road ahead. All controls are ergonomically positioned to allow the driver to assimilate their information with a single glance and operate them with ease.

Characteristic BMW X-model seating position.

The driver and passengers are seated in an elevated position, albeit slightly lower than in the BMW X1, in typical BMW X-model fashion. This results in an excellent all-round view and places the driver in complete control of the driving situation. Both the driver and passengers seem to be looking down on the instrument panel, which enforces the impression of an optimal view over the road – combined with flawless operability.

Materials.

The softly foamed instrument panel is pleasant to the touch and gains visual appeal with contrast and decorative stitching. Sophisticated upholstery variants are available as options, including five Dakota leather variants with part-perforation and coordinated contrast stitching. The choice of trim finishers, including High-gloss Black, Aluminum and matte Oak Grain variants, also underlines the high-quality credentials of the first-ever BMW X2.

Controls.

All functional controls in the center console are set in high-gloss black fascia’s as standard, giving the interior a special touch of timeless elegance.

Ambient Lighting.

The standard ambient lighting allows drivers to set a stylish lighting mood for the interior of their BMW X2 by choosing the color of their preference: Orange, Lilac, Mint, Bronze, Blue or White. The LED lighting in the trim surfaces of the instrument panel and door panels forms a continuous band that extends all the way around the cabin to the rear. The way in which the monitor and control consoles seem to be almost floating above and in front of the instrument panel is a particularly stunning effect at night-time.

Black panel technology.

The modern black panel technology included in every BMW X2 as standard is one of its standout features. Employed for both the instrument cluster and the information display, it highlights the vehicle’s high level of technical sophistication. The instrument panel and Info Display with Black Panel Technology provide the BMW Driver with a clearly-arranged overview of important information. ‘Black Panel’ means that one only sees an elegant, matte, black surface when the ignition is turned off. Only a few details, like the scale markings on the dials, are still visible. The instruments – only those selected by the driver or relevant to his current needs – appear when the driver presses the start button.

Panoramic roof.

The panoramic roof found on the list of optional extras adds to the sense of spaciousness inside the BMW X2 and bathes the passenger compartment in light. The front section of the panoramic roof tilts and slides open, just like a conventional sunroof.

Digital services in the first-ever BMW X2.

The intelligently connected, clever way to travel.

As far as BMW is concerned, there is one thing that always comes first in a connected vehicle: the task of driving. For this reason, all of the BMW ConnectedDrive and BMW Connected elements in the new BMW X2 have once again been designed to assist, inform or entertain the driver at the appropriate time using just the right services. Intuitive interaction between driver and vehicle forms the basis for top-class connectivity. The new BMW X2 offers its driver three different ways of interacting with their car, as the sixth generation of the iDrive control concept now supplements the familiar iDrive Controller, the cloud based voice control, as well as optional touchscreen operation for the Control Display. The touchscreen can also be used comfortably by the front passenger.

“We focused on presenting the customer’s interaction pathways with the car via the displays in a visually appealing and coherent way, as well as making them intuitive to use,” explains Gernot Schmierer, Head of User Experience Design for BMW Group Design. “With the BMW X2, we’re giving our customers the chance to interact with their car in the way they feel most comfortable. The BMW X2 uses the optional touch functionality and the optional Head-Up Display to offer a first-class customer experience in this vehicle class.”

Intuitive usability and displays.

Standard specification for every BMW X2 includes a 16.5 cm freestanding Control Display. This is upgraded to a 22 cm Touch Control Display with the optional navigation package. The display concept is designed to provide the driver with a quick summary of the most important information at any particular time by means of, for example, the live tiles that appear in the display’s main menu. If an optional navigation system is specified, its operation emulates the intuitive touch control principles familiar from smartphones. For even greater safety and convenience in the BMW X2, there is the option of the full-color BMW Head-Up Display, which projects a high resolution image of all important driving information and navigation/assistance system readouts onto the windscreen and therefore into the driver’s field of view.

Intelligently connected: BMW Connected+.

The integration of the BMW ConnectedDrive Services focuses on the needs of the BMW X2 driver. These digital services and comfort-enhancing functions enable X2 drivers to organize their daily routines as efficiently as possible. BMW Connecteddrive Apps provides a digital bridge between smartphones and the car by offering ways to remotely control the vehicle, view important data, and provide a simple way to send destinations and trips to the vehicle. Among the other highlight features enabling connectivity anytime, anywhere are the optional WiFi hotspot preparation, which equips the BMW X2 to host a built-in WiFi hotspot with LTE speeds, and the optional telephony with wireless charging for compatible smartphones. The optional Apple CarPlay® Compatibility, meanwhile, enables easy, wireless in-car use of selected iPhone functions.

Driver assistance systems: drive with assurance, arrive relaxed.

Not only does the BMW X2 offer drivers a wide selection of driver assistance systems, it also boasts highly advanced technologies. The optional camera-based Driving Assistance Package available for the first-ever BMW X2 help to ensure greater assurance and safety in different driving situations and includes: Lane Departure Warning, Speed Limit Info, Automatic High Beams, as well as Frontal Collision Warning and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking function. In addition to these functions, the ACC Stop & Go + Active Driving Assistant is available– which maintains both a desired speed between 30 – 140 km/h entered by the driver and the safety distance to vehicles travelling ahead. Park Distance Control and the rear-view camera, make precise and comfortable maneuvering that much easier. The likewise optional Parking Assistant also helps the driver to find parallel parking spaces and park the vehicle.

Munich. The new BMW X2 is still far from being ready for its market debut. Nevertheless, the newest Sports Activity Coupé in the BMW X family is beginning to get out and about in its most congenial environment – the urban jungle.

As a matter of fact, it was noted during Fashion Week, which is being held in Milan from 20 to 25 September, wearing an outfit perfect for the occasion. The athletic silhouette of the new BMW X2 was attired in a spectacular camouflage effect, with tones of yellow, gray, and black that highlight its sporty and stylish qualities. The unusual underlying design is based on a digital model and expresses the innovative spirit and the orientation towards the future of the BMW Group.

Therefore it is not surprising that the new BMW X2 wearing Camouflage Digital is at the center of attention in the most characteristic and cool locations in Milan. Anyone who encountered it during its excursion into city life was able to recognize it immediately for its extravagant, contemporary, and sporty design. The outing offered a good opportunity to see first hand the new interpretation of BMW X design aimed at young people who are extroverted and active.

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Munich. The new BMW X2* still has some time to go before its highly anticipated world premiere. But even though it’s still in its development phase, the latest Sports Activity Coupé from the BMW X family set off on an exploration trip into its future environment – the urban jungle.

And the outfit chosen by the new BMW X2 was just right for this adventure: its athletic contours were dressed in a spectacular camouflage design that was absolutely perfect for a jungle excursion. The striking finish in yellow, grey and black highlights the distinctive qualities of the new Sports Activity Coupé in optimum fashion. The unusual design is based on a digital pattern and expresses the innovative spirit and future orientation of the BMW Group.

So it was hardly surprising that the new BMW X2 was the centre of attention on its expedition. Anyone who came across it during the tour was able to gain an early impression of its extravagant, contemporary design and sporty flair – a great opportunity to get to know the perfect Sports Activity Coupé for young, extrovert and active individuals.

*Fuel consumption and CO2-Emissions not available yet.