A more competitive approach to crossover driving is the 2018 BMW X2. It is 3.2 inches shorter in length and sits 2.8 inches lower than its sister. The design is more chiseled and athletic, and it looks more like a coupe than the 2018 BMW X1. BMW distinguishes it by providing it narrower windows and a rear roofline that slopes. In contrast, the X1 has a larger cargo compartment and is notably taller in the back. For the X2, the grille and headlights have been modified, further separating it from the X1. While the X2 has a generous cargo capacity of 21.6 cubic feet, the X1’s hold has a larger capacity of 27.1 cubic feet. Although some will argue for the attractive X1, curb appeal may give the X2 the advantage in this category. The X1 has an advantage over other devices in terms of storage capacity.
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Design
The main distinction between the X1 and the X2 is in the shape of the vehicle because the two cars’ dimensions are essentially the same. The X1 is a Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), also known as what many people would refer to as an SUV. It has a robust form with a high rear end and a more conventional 4×4/SUV style.
However, BMW refers to the X2 as a “Sports Activity Coupe,” making it a more modern take on the compact SUV (SAC). This translates to an SUV that is shaped like a coupe, a design that is becoming more frequent but is still unusual for smaller SUVs. The X2 is an example of this style with its svelte roofline and shorter windows that highlight the powerful wheel arches.
If you want a more conventional SUV shape, the X1 is available, while the X2 looks more like a coupe.
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If you walk out of the X1, you’ll see that the X2 is smaller. There has been some compromise because to the shorter overall length and lower roof. But just a tiny bit. Richard Berry discovered when he first drove the car that the rear seats offer ample room for individuals up to 180 cm, with the roof lining thinning for that additional bit of headroom and just enough legroom.
When the rear 40/20/40 split-fold seats are folded down, the boot expands to 1355 liters from 470 liters when all seats are in position.
Under the center stack, there are two cupholders for front-seat passengers as well as a few places for small items. A sliding two-piece cover has them all covered. As I’ve already stated, the armrest’s sliding plastic jaw can’t support an iPhone XS since it doesn’t open wide enough. The armrest also houses the wireless charging cradle.
Two more cupholders are available for backseat passengers, and each door has a bottle holder and pocket.
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The rear roofline and narrower windows of the BMW X2 distinguish it as being much more contoured than the X1. The 10-spoke wheels have a similar design to the X1 but a sharper appearance. The X2 also includes a ton of additional cladding on the door sills and wheel wells, as well as a color-coordinated plastic finish in between, depending on the trim. The X2 rides exactly three inches lower than the X1 as was already mentioned.
Price
The X1 is your least expensive option if you’re itching to jump into a high-end SUV with a BMW label. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2022 BMW X1 xDrive28i in Canadian dollars begins at $42,425. It has a single engine/transmission combination and all-wheel drive is standard.
The entry-level BMW X2 xDrive28i costs $48,204.70 and has a similar drivetrain as the X1. In addition to having different exterior appearance, the X2’s automatic transmission is equipped with paddle shifters as standard. The X2 is available with a hotter flavor than the X1. The X2 M35i, which starts at $52,500, utilizes the same engine but has upgraded suspension, steering rack, exhaust system, and brakes.
The base costs are just a taste of the choices and packages available, as is typical of most German premium brand automobiles. A 4-year/80,000-mile complete manufacturer warranty is also included with both BMWs.
Is bolder preferable?
Few manufacturers can boast of offering two tiny crossovers, but BMW can. The manufacturer of the blue-and-white roundel debuted the most recent X1 in 2015. It just introduced the X2 as a sportier replacement for the conventional appearance of its previous sibling. However, does the X2 fulfill its potential, or is the X1 the more attractive sibling? To help you decide, we’ve compared the exterior styling of both crossovers below.
Unsurprisingly, at least on the outside, the BMW X2 has a far more sophisticated design language than its sibling. Similar to other new BMW models, the kidney grilles have bolder strakes. The X2’s kidney grille surrounds are more angular than the X1’s, which have rounded edges. Additionally, the X2’s hood lines are bolder than those of the X1 and its headlamps curve considerably into the hood. The style is completed by more sculpted lower vents.
When viewed from the side, the X1 and X2 both seem fairly diminutive. But in actuality, the X2 is 3.2 inches shorter than its sibling. You would be correct to think that the X2 appears to be lower than the X1. To be precise, it rides 2.8 inches lower. The X2 is distinguished from the X1 by its unusual size, more aggressive body cladding that curves up into the rear wheels, and an additional BMW insignia on the C-pillar. Observe how the roofline is not significantly different from the X1’s in terms of slope.
The models have entirely different bumpers on the back. On the X1, which seems taller in the back overall, the license plate holder is located higher up. The X2, on the other hand, appears wider and more grounded. The rear lighting signatures of the vehicles differ, and the taillamps are designed differently.
Given that both products are produced by BMW, it should come as no surprise that the interiors of the X1 and X2 are extremely identical. Both the dashboard design and the controls on the center console are identical. However, the steering wheels are different. Additionally, there are various shifters.
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The BMW X3 or the BMW X1 is bigger.
You’ll have plenty of room to transport little furnishings in a convenient manner with so much cargo space. The maximum cargo capacity of the X1 is 58.7 cubic feet, which is still very impressive. However, the smaller BMW X1 has somewhat more rear legroom than the larger BMW X3, measuring 37 inches as opposed to 36.4 inches.
BMW X2: Is it larger than X3?
In contrast to the X3’s 112.8-inch wheelbase, the X1 and X2’s chassis had a 105.1-inch wheelbase. The X1 is longer than the X2 and weighs around 400 pounds heavier, while the X3 is even bigger. The head and leg room measurements for all three models are comparable, however the X3 has more shoulder room.
BMW X1: Is it larger than Mercedes GLA?
Given that the X1 and GLA are about the same size, you might assume from the specifications that Germany has a subcompact crossover clone machine. Despite being redesigned, which increased dimensions practically everywhere, the GLA is only slightly shorter in length than the BMW despite being an inch and a half taller and wider.
The GLA has more legroom than the X1, but the X1 has more headroom in both rows. We noted the GLA’s enormous 4.5 inch increase in back legroom right away for 2021. “The back seats are now useable. I can actually sit comfortably behind myself “said Associate Online Editor Stefan Ogbac, a 6-footer. Being that I am almost 7 feet tall, it surprises me that I can squeeze behind him as well.
We both experience a fairly tight fit in the X1’s back seat. Ogbac noted that although there is undoubtedly greater cargo space, there is a minor reduction in legroom in the back seats as a result. The BMW does, in fact, have a larger trunk and underfloor storage. However, neither of our test vehicles has a spare tire.
Thus, the GLA feels larger than the X1, which is more functional. At a standstill, that’s a fair tie, but as we got moving, the tide swiftly shifted in our favor.
What does X1 in a BMW mean?
A line of subcompact premium crossovers built by BMW is known as the X1. The first-generation X1, which debuted in 2009, was based on the E90 3 Series and comes standard with rear-wheel drive. Due to its smaller size, improved efficiency, and reduced price due to the all-wheel drive system (xDrive) being optional, it was positioned at launch as the smallest SUV in the BMW lineup below the X3.
The second-generation X1 used the UKL2 platform, which is also used by the Mini Countryman and the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, to transition to a front-wheel drive-based design. Despite its name, it is only BMW’s second-smallest SUV since the X2 was introduced.
What is the BMW X2’s counterpart in the Mercedes world?
The 2021 BMW X2 and 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA are two of the most well-known German automakers to release their entry-level premium subcompact SUVs on the market.
Has BMW stopped making the X2?
The BMW X2’s 2023 release date was in March 2022. The BMW website now allows you to create, price, and test drive a 2023 X2. At the BMW factory in Regensburg, Germany, the BMW X2 is produced alongside the X1.
A BMW X2 is a good first car, right?
The latter is a performance car, so we wouldn’t advise it for inexperienced drivers. For those wishing to save money or perhaps buy a low-mileage, well-specified used example for the price of a more basic new model, there are a number of pre-owned X2 vehicles available on AutoTrader.
BMW X1: Full-size SUV or not?
Don’t get too caught up in the bread-box design of the 2022 BMW X1. Actually, it’s a little, fun SUV that also happens to be useful and simple to live with. The same 228-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is standard across all variants, and it’s vivacious enough to swiftly move the diminutive X1 around town. In our tests, it achieved 29 mpg on the interstate, which is fairly efficient. The ride is smooth and the handling is precise, just as we would expect from the BMW name. The X1 not only gives an enjoyable driving experience, but it also has a spacious cargo capacity and easy-to-fold-flat back seats for larger objects. Its versatility has earned it a spot on our Editors’ Choice list for 2022. BMW also produces the more fashionable X2, which is undoubtedly much sportier to drive, but we believe the X1 provides a superior balance of driving enjoyment and usefulness.
BMW X2: A sedan or an SUV?
BMW produces the subcompact luxurycrossover SUV known as the X2 (model number F39). At the 2016 Paris Motor Show, it was first displayed as the BMW Concept X2, then in October 2017, the production model was introduced. The start of sales was in March 2018. Like earlier even-numbered X models with their corresponding counterparts, it is seen as a sportier and less practical alternative to the X1.
BMW X2—is it a luxury?
A compact luxury SUV that handles like a BMW should is the BMW X2. Its quick basic engine, nimble handling, and positive feedback for the driver in every driving circumstance make it a desirable vehicle. While several SUVs in this class are a touch roomier and more comfortable, few are as fun to drive as the X2.