The 2022 BMW X2 small SUV coupe is unchanged in specification for the new model year.

    The range starts at $51,000 before on-road costs for the base sDrive18i and extends to $75,500 before on-road costs for the top-spec M35i.

    On sale in Australia since 2017, the X2 was conceived off the back of the coupe SUV craze that also spawned the BMW X4 and X6.

    UPDATE, 23/08/22 – BMW Australia has increased the before on-road asking price of the X2 range by between $1100 and $1600, depending on the variant.

    “BMW constantly reviews its pricing structure throughout the year, taking into consideration a number of different factors,” said a BMW Australia spokesperson.

    “However, we always aim to ensure our products remain appropriately positioned and represent a competitive pricing proposition in the market for our customers.”

    The X2 is built on the same BMW UKL2 platform that is also used in the BMW X1, 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupe, as well as the Mini Countryman and Clubman.

    Its main competition in the small luxury SUV segment is the Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 Sportback.

    To the end of August 2021, BMW sold 425 X2 SUVs according to VFACTS. It was outsold by its BMW X1 (2300) and Mini Countryman (932) siblings, as well as the Jaguar E-Pace (435).

    Pricing

    • 2022 BMW X2 sDrive18i: $51,000 (+$1100)
    • 2022 BMW X2 sDrive20i: $62,300 (+$1400)
    • 2022 BMW X2 M35i Pure: $70,500 (+$1600)
    • 2022 BMW X2 M35i: $75,500 (+$1500)

    All prices exclude on-road costs.

    Engines

    All 2022 BMW X2 models are powered by turbocharged petrol engines.

    sDrive18i models are powered by a 1.5-litre turbo three-cylinder producing 103kW of power and 220Nm of torque. This is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic that powers the front wheels only.

    sDrive20i models are powered by a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder producing 141kW and 280Nm. This is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic that powers the front wheels only.

    M35i Pure and M35i models are both powered by a higher-output 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder producing 225kW and 450Nm. This is mated to an eight-speed torque-converter automatic and sends power to all four wheels through an all-wheel drive system.

    BMW claims the sDrive18i model does the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.6 seconds, the sDrive20i in 7.7 seconds, and the M35i Pure and M35i models in 4.9 seconds.

    Fuel Economy

    Claimed combined cycle fuel economy figures for the 2022 BMW X2 are as follows:

    • sDrive18i: 6.3L/100km
    • sDrive20i: 6.0L/100km
    • M35i Pure: 7.4L/100km
    • M35i: 7.4L/100km

    sDrive18i and sDrive20i models require a minimum of 95RON premium unleaded fuel, compared to the M35i Pure and M35i that require 98RON.

    Non-M models have a 51L fuel tank and M models have a 61L fuel tank.

    Dimensions

    The 2022 BMW X2 measures 1824mm wide, 1526mm tall and 4360mm long with a 2670mm wheelbase.

    With the rear seats upright, the X2 has a boot capacity of 470L, which can be expanded to 1355L with the rear seats folded down.

    Servicing and Warranty

    BMW offers two different capped-price servicing costs on the X2. A five-year, 80,000km Basic plan is $1750, while the Plus plan costs $5010.

    The Plus plan includes replacement brake pads and discs, clutch discs and plates, as well as wiper blades.

    The company continues to offer a three-year/unlimited kilometre warranty, whereas many rival brands have moved on to five-year warranties.

    Safety

    The BMW X2 scored a five-star safety rating from ANCAP based on testing conducted on the X1 in 2015.

    It scored 90 per cent for adult occupant protection, 87 per cent for child occupant protection, 74 per cent for pedestrian protection and 70 per cent for safety assist.

    All 2022 BMW X2 models come standard with the following safety equipment:

    • Front, front-side and curtain airbags
    • Autonomous emergency braking with forward-collision warning
    • Lane-depature warning
    • Traffic sign recognition
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • Reversing camera

    Standard Equipment

    The sDrive18i comes standard with the following features:

    • 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
    • 5.7-inch digital instrument cluster
    • Satellite navigation
    • DAB+ digital radio
    • Wired Apple CarPlay
    • Wireless phone charger
    • Six-speaker sound system
    • 19-inch grey alloy wheels
    • Head-up display
    • Semi-autonomous parking assist
    • LED headlights with automatic high-beam
    • Rain-sensing wipers
    • Power tailgate
    • Chrome exhaust tip
    • ‘Sensatec’ leatherette upholstery
    • Leather-wrapped sport steering wheel
    • 12V socket in rear centre console

    The M Sport X package adds the following:

    • Unique 19-inch alloy wheels
    • ‘Micro Hexagon’/’Sensatec’ black leatherette upholstery with yellow highlights
    • Gloss black and grey exterior trim pieces
    • Grey front and rear bumpers
    • Grey wheel arch cladding
    • Anthracite M roofliner
    • ‘Aluminium Hexagon Anthracite’ interior trim
    • M leather steering wheel
    • Sport front seats
    • M Sport suspension
    • M rear spoiler
    • M lettering
    • LED lighting in door trims

    The Convenience package adds:

    • Interior anti-dazzle rear-view mirror
    • Climate control
    • Ambient interior lighting
    • Footwell lighting

    The Comfort package adds:

    • Keyless entry
    • Electrically-adjustable front seats with memory
    • Lumbar adjustment for front seats
    • Heated front seats
    • Driver-side mirror with automatic anti-dazzle

    Stepping up to the sDrive20i adds on top of the entry-level sDrive18i:

    • M Sport X package
    • M Sport suspension
    • Dual exhaust pipes with chrome tips
    • M rear spoiler
    • Sports front seats
    • M leather steering wheel
    • Driver-side X2 puddle light
    • Dual-zone climate control
    • Keyless entry
    • Kick-to-open powered tailgate
    • Electrically adjustable front seats
    • Lumbar adjustment for front seats
    • Heated front seats

    The M35i Pure adds:

    • M Sports steering
    • M Sport differential with front mechanical limited-slip differential
    • 20-inch alloy wheels
    • Grey exterior trim pieces including, mirror caps and exhaust tips
    • Grey grille with mesh insert
    • M Sport seats with integrated headrests
    • Anthracite M headliner
    • ‘Aluminium Hexagon’ interior trim with matte blue highlights
    • M Sport brakes with blue painted brake calipers

    The M35i adds:

    • Panoramic glass sunroof
    • Matrix LED headlights
    • ‘Dakota’ perforated leather upholstery
    • Harmon Kardon 12-speaker sound system

    The Shadow package adds:

    • Tinted black headlights
    • Further gloss black exterior trims
    • Black mirror caps
    • Sun protection glazing

    The Drivers Assistant package, available on all bar the M35i Pure, adds:

    • Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
    • Tyre pressure monitoring
    • Matrix LED headlights

    The Enhancement package, optional on the sDrive18i and sDrive20i, adds:

    • Metallic paint
    • Panoramic glass sunroof
    • 20-inch alloy wheels

    The M Sports package, optional on the sDrive18i and sDrive20i, comes with the following:

    • Unique 19-inch grey alloy wheels
    • ‘Micro Hexagon’/’Sensatec’ black leatherette with blue highlights upholstery
    • Gloss black exterior trim pieces
    • Gloss black front and rear inserts
    • Anthracite M roofliner
    • M leather steering wheel
    • Sports front seats
    • M rear spoiler
    • M Aerodynamics package
    • LED lighting in door trims
    • Anthracite floor mats with contrast coloured surrounds
    • M lettering

    MORE: Everything BMW X2

    Jack Quick

    Jack Quick is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne. Jack studied journalism and photography at Deakin University in Burwood, and previously represented the university in dance nationally. In his spare time, he loves to pump Charli XCX and play a bit of Grand Theft Auto. He’s also the proud owner of a blue, manual 2020 Suzuki Jimny.

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