When we first told you fine readers that a BMW X2 was in the works, many enthusiasts were worried that it would just be a BMW X1 with its roof chopped at the back. There were many Bimmer fans who thought it would just be another derivative BMW model designed to make money but would dilute the brand in the process. However, I think we’ve all be pleasantly surprised by the new X2’s design. Not only is it sharper, more aggressive and sportier than the X1 but it’s also quite different looking.
Sure, they share similar design language, as most cars from the same company do. However, there are very distinct differences between the two and that becomes clear when looking at the side-by-side. The BMW X2 is quite a bit smaller and stubbier than the X1. There’s a genuine D-pillar on the X1, as it’s a lot longer. The X2 lacks a D-pillar, so it’s basically a large hatchback. Its sweeping roofline is also lower and sportier, giving it a more coupe-like look.
From the front, its headlights are angrier, sharper and sleeker. They’re similar but definitely different, which helps set the two apart. The biggest difference in their faces, though, lies in their Kidney Grilles. The X2’s are basically upside down, with the widest point being at the bottom, rather than the top. Just looking at their face, you can tell that the X2 is the sportier car of the two. And that’s the whole idea.
Outback, the taillights are noticeably different. They’re far slimmer, losing a lot of that classic BMW L-shape that has been on almost every BMW for seemingly the dawn of time. It’s line are more pronounced and it even comes with a little roof spoiler, to add to its sporty nature. When looking at an X1 in isolation, it looks small and sporty. Though, when looking at it compared to the X2, it looks massive.
On the inside, things are pretty similar, though. The only real differences between the two are the size and the shift lever. Though we think the X1 will likely get that shift lever when it also gets the X2’s new dual-clutch transmission. That similarity is okay, though, considering the X1’s cabin is quite nice for its price point. While we do wish BMW took a couple more chances with the X2’s cabin, attempting to make it a bit more exciting, it’s not bad by any means.
We’re happy that the BMW X2 is quite a bit different looking than the X1. It’s sportier, more aggressive and, most importantly, distinct. It doesn’t just look like an X1 with its roof squashed. So good job, BMW.
[Photo Source: Bimmertoday]
I don’t understand the logo on the back pillar of the X2. Makes no sense and is ugly.
Agreed
It’s a classic design cue from the past. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/df83b7afa01b2960979c1e19257e78bb02827b06aa10f798dbec1a11135d105e.jpg
So the same company that won’t call the 1M an M1, because of history and tradition, will take the rear pillar roundel from one of its most iconic cars and put it on some generic, FWD, shopping centre kerb crawler and that’s ok?
Let’s wait untill the new 8 series will be revealed. I think it will have it too.
No I don’t think it’s ok that they brought it back on what looks like an X1 gone ugly. I was just pointing out where they took the idea from.
Yes.
I don’t mind it, its reminds me of the older Z coupes that featured side badging, and the older 3.0CSL that had a c-pillar badge
The X1 is very good looking, I don’t see any purpose in the X2.
Same as X4, X6, BMW will sell greater volume to people who don’t want a stereotypical SUV.
Not really, look at the side profile comparison above. The X2 appears to have a lowered roof, not the sloped coupe like roofline of the X4/X6. It looks like a slightly modified X1, the profile isn’t that different.
True, but it seems more hot hatch to me than the X1.
Noting the nearly exactly matching dimensions between the X2 and F60 Countryman (i.e. a shorter cargo area), I believe that BMW is just further expanding upon their UKL options, and as the Countryman is tuned more sporty than the X1, it wouldn’t surprise me if in a head-to-head between the X2 and the Countryman, they didn’t drive exactly the same.
If the X1 is so good looking, imagine how stunning the X2 gonna by. I think the X2 will come to life when viewed in person. Same happened with the X1.
I love this logo on pillar it looks so good
I have this logo on my M140i………I love it too……..
I wish i had it too… but i can only drive my e36 316 compact >.<
Extra badges don’t hurt guys. Let’s see how they look in real life.
Why this car is fwd while x1 is rwd? They are not made on the same platform?
No, it really is cynical. The bonnet is way too short, and the only good thing to be said about that is that it reflects the transverse-engine front-wheel-drive pedestrian nature of the whole package. It’s a better-looking Mini, stripped of the childish retro-styling. A step forwards in those respects I suppose…