2018 BMW X2

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Rating7.0

Ranked #17 in 

Compact SUV
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$36,400 - $38,400
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Materials incorporated inside the cabin are first class

Less cargo space when compared to its counterparts

It is a completely new model for 2018

Distinctive exterior design is very appealing to lots of people

Many modern safety features are optional

Robust and sprightly throttle response from the turbocharged inline-4 engine

Specs & Features

$36,400

price

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 BMW X2 SUVis a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Lexus NX 300, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, and the Infiniti QX30. Available in a standalone trim, the X2 starts off at a base price of MSRP $36,400 and carries on to $38,400 for the xDrive AWD. Its 2.0L twin-turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine and 8-speed automatic transmissiongive the SUV 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 6.3 seconds and boasts a payload capacity of 899 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the X2 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 26 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 7.2 inches.

Buying Advice

We recommend the X2 with optional AWD which costs an additional $2,000 and happens to enhance the all-weather driveability.

Trims

    28i
    $36,400 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Sensatec leatherette Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$36,400- $38,400

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.02

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

Capacity

5

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$35,800- $44,000

Gasoline

7

279 hp @ 6200 rpm

252 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$32,900- $37,900

Gasoline

6.96

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

207 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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$33,900- $35,900

Gasoline

6.77

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$42,650- $54,500

Gasoline

7.69

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$29,950- $41,400

Gasoline

6.47

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$38,600- $53,550

Gasoline

7.07

246 hp @ 5500 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$41,800- $65,600

Gasoline

7.33

237 hp @ 5500 rpm

251 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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$35,985- $39,775

Gasoline

6.71

235 hp @ 4800 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

5

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$38,335

hybrid

7.17

194 hp @ 5700 rpm

152 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2018 BMW X2 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2018 BMW X2

    Ranked #2

    6.6 sec--
    2018 BMW X3

    Ranked #1

    4.7 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    2018 BMW X1

    Ranked #2

    6.6 sec15.3 sec127 mph
    6.7 sec--
    6.78 sec14.5 sec131 mph
    6.9 sec14.5 sec124 mph

    2018 BMW X2 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2018 BMW X2

      Ranked #3

      23 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.370.3/515.2 mi.
      33 mpg30 mpg31 mpg14.8 gal.488.4/444 mi.
      24 mpg33 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/435.6 mi.
      24 mpg33 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/435.6 mi.
      2018 BMW X1

      Ranked #3

      23 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.370.3/515.2 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.396/522 mi.

      2018 BMW X2 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2018 BMW X2

        Ranked #10

        172.2 in.71.8 in.60.1 in.7.2 in.105.1 in.
        2018 BMW X3

        Ranked #1

        185.9 in.74.4 in.66 in.8 in.112.8 in.
        184.4 in.73.7 in.65 in.5.4 in.105.7 in.
        182.3 in.73.6 in.64.8 in.6.7 in.104.7 in.
        182.3 in.73.6 in.64.8 in.6.9 in.104.7 in.
        179.2 in.73.4 in.65.2 in.9 in.105.9 in.

        2018 BMW X2 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2018 BMW X2

          Ranked #8

          21.6 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.
          14.9 cu.ft.-41.8 cu.ft.
          20.3 cu.ft.-51 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi Q3

          Ranked #3

          16.7 cu.ft.108.6 cu.ft.48.2 cu.ft.
          16.8 cu.ft.71.6 cu.ft.53.7 cu.ft.
          26.1 cu.ft.103.5 cu.ft.76.9 cu.ft.

          2018 BMW X2 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2018 BMW X2

            Ranked #1

            13.3 cu.ft.21.6 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.-
            74.9 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.-
            37.1 cu.ft.25.2 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.64 ft.
            38.1 cu.ft.26.1 cu.ft.76.9 cu.ft.-
            5.4 cu.ft.24.2 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.-
            53.7 cu.ft.16.8 cu.ft.53.7 cu.ft.-

            2018 BMW X2 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2018 BMW X2

              Ranked #2

              5290 lbs.899 lbs.3499 lbs.
              6000 lbs.997 lbs.3280 lbs.
              2018 BMW X1

              Ranked #3

              4500 lbs.899 lbs.3543 lbs.
              2018 Audi Q3

              Ranked #4

              4400 lbs.1874 lbs.3483 lbs.
              3968 lbs.1255 lbs.4035 lbs.
              3968 lbs.1315 lbs.3865 lbs.

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