Enter the new BMW X2 M35i (quite a mouthful, we know), Munich’s answer to Stuttgart’s Mercedes-AMG GLA 45. This M Performance Sports Activity Vehicle rocks a sharpened design and powerful proportions to provide dynamic driving, performance and confidence on the road.
On the outside
At first glance, the sporty SAV immediately astounds with a sleek double kidney grille in Cerium Grey. In addition to that are the newly redesigned side air inlets positioned at the front for maximum brakes and engine cooling efficiency. The exterior mirrors have also been upgraded to special Cerium Grey caps, which are usually reserved for BMW M variant cars. The biggest exterior feature has to be those massive front brake callipers, hinting of the performance in store.
Under the hood
Lurking under the hood of this M creation is a 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which happens to be the first-ever M Performance 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine to come out of Munich which sets an amazing benchmark above its predecessors by generating an insane 306 hp and 450 Nm of torque from 1,750 to 4,500 rpm. This propels the plucky X2 M35i from 0-100 in an amazing 4.9 seconds. All this while consuming about 7.4 litres of petrol every 100km of travel. The speedy BMW will keep going onwards to an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h.
Impressive motors need impressive transmissions and the BMW X2 M35i is paired to the BMW xDrive AWD with an eight-speed automatic transmission with launch control. The torque converter auto also boasts specific M Performance tuning. This ensures all that power is properly transferred onto the tarmac. The cooling system has also been redesigned to keep thermal stability optimal.
Aside from the engine, the X2 M35i comes with M Sport adaptive suspension with two selectable modes. The M Sport mechanical differential for the front axle to minimise traction loss on the front wheels comes as standard. Other enhancements include revised steering tuning and upgraded brakes: 18-inch front discs and 17-inch rear ones. M logo emblazed blue callipers included as well.
On The Inside
On the inside, the BMW X2 M35i showcases its M Sport DNA with an exceptionally athletic look. The new SAC features the exclusive M Sport leather steering wheel with shift paddles, interior trim finishers in Aluminium Hexagon Anthracite and door entry trims at the front boldly bearing the “M35i” designation. The exclusive M sports seats at the front come equipped with Dakota Leather upholstery and not only perfect lateral support for both driver and front passenger at sharp bends, but also the highest level of comfort and safety through integrated headrests. Music can be enjoyed via the Harman Kardon 12- Speaker sound system while the Navigation Plus with an 8.8-inch touch sensitive control display provide seamless navigational content and modern creature comforts.
Fancy looking at the BMW X2 M35i and the other BMW X brethren? Head on over to the BMW X Crew event taking place in Plaza Arkadia, Desa Park City on the 21st to 23rd of June 2019. The BMW X2 M35i is slated to be available for at all authorised dealerships in July 2019. Head on out and give Munich’s Modern Motoring Marvel a spin and satisfy that curiousity!
Written by: Joshua John
