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BMW X2
The BMW X2 is a subcompact luxury crossover built since November 2017 that BMW markets as a sports activity coupe, a sportier and less practical alternative to the X1. Federal data shows only 1 to 3 recalls a year, with 3 on the 2025 and none on the 2022 and 2023, and the 2026 X2 starts at $46,050 for the xDrive28i with the M35i at $55,250.
What the BMW X2 is and who buys it
Wikipedia (opens in a new tab) describes the X2 as a subcompact luxury crossover SUV produced by BMW since 2017 and marketed as a sports activity coupe, considered a sportier and less practical alternative to the X1, with a first generation (F39) from 2017 and a second (U10) from 2023, plus a dual-motor all-wheel-drive iX2. The 2026 X2 has a 2.0L four-cylinder with all-wheel drive, rated 26 to 28 mpg combined by the EPA, about $2,750 to $3,000 a year in fuel. Kelley Blue Book base prices are $46,050 for the xDrive28i and $55,250 for the M35i.
Best and worst X2 model years
Federal data shows few problems. The 2018 has one recall for engine cooling and 15 complaints, the most of any year, the 2019, 2020 and 2021 have one recall each, for steering, air bags and seat belts, the 2022 and 2023 have none, the 2024 has 2, and the 2025 has 3, covering stability control, seat belts and brakes. Open the 2018 X2 page for the launch year.
Motor & Wheels (opens in a new tab) says the 2019 BMW X2 may be an unreliable option for some buyers, although it notes that not all 2019 X2s have had these issues and that many owners have been satisfied, and recommends as a general rule avoiding a used vehicle from a model's first few years of production. REREV (opens in a new tab) publishes a years-to-avoid list that combines NHTSA complaint counts with CarComplaints rankings.
X2 or X1
Wikipedia's framing is the useful one: the X2 trades practicality for a sportier look. The M35i costs $9,200 more than the xDrive28i by Kelley Blue Book base prices, so the price decision is between the two X2 trims before it is between the X2 and X1.
Questions buyers ask
Which BMW X2 year should I avoid?
Motor & Wheels (opens in a new tab) flags the 2019 as possibly unreliable for some buyers, while noting many owners have been satisfied with theirs.
Is the BMW X2 the same as the X1?
No. Wikipedia calls the X2 a sportier and less practical alternative to the X1.
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The 2027 BMW X2 is built around 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder (xDrive28i) or 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder (M35i), rated at 241 / 312 horsepower across its compact luxury coupe-SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 2 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2027 BMW X2 is published to tow is Not published by BMW for the U.S. market.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 X2.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 BMW X2
MY2027 carries the coupe-styled X2 over with updated pricing: xDrive28i starts at $44,700 and M35i at $53,900. Both trims remain AWD-only; there is no U.S. sDrive or plug-in hybrid X2.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
4 indexed BMW X2 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 BMW X2 | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 BMW X2 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 BMW X2 | 2025 record → | |
| 2020 BMW X2 | 2020 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the BMW X2.
The BMW X2 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV produced by BMW since 2017. It is marketed as a sports activity coupé (SAC), and is considered a sportier and less practical alternative to the X1, as is the case with other even-numbered X models with their respective odd-numbered counterparts. As of 2026, it is positioned between the X1 and the larger X3 in BMW's SUV global lineup.
- Safety
- The BMW Concept X2 is the concept car that preceded the introduction of the production version of the X2.
Source: BMW X2 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
BMW X2 at a glance
- Production
- November 2017–present
- Class
- Subcompact luxury crossover SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Related models
- BMW X1
BMW X2 generations
The BMW X2 has been redesigned in 2023, gaps of 6 years, an average of 6.0 years between generations. The current generation (second generation, U10) began in 2023.
| Generation | Code | Began | What changed |
|---|---|---|---|
| First generation | F39 | 2017–2023 | The X2 was first previewed as the BMW Concept X2 at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, with a production version unveiled on 25 October 2017, with sales commenced in March 2018. |
| Second generation | U10 | 2023–present | Ahead of the official reveal, the high-performance M35i was teased on social media, showing off details such as its illuminated grille, large wheels and four round tailpipes. |
Recent recalls (4 campaigns across the latest model years)
- July 2026, Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB)… Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of…
- October 2025, Seat Belts:Rear/Other:Retractor. BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe, X1, X2, and Mini Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the… Consequence: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- September 2025, Seat Belts:Front:Retractor. BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during… Consequence: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW X2, most often about service brakes (1).
Year by year
The BMW X2 across 10 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 BMW X2 | 26–28 | $2,850–$3,050 | 2 | ||
| 2026 BMW X2 | 26–28 | $2,750–$3,000 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2025 BMW X2 | 26–28 | $2,750–$3,000 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2024 BMW X2 | 26–28 | $2,750–$3,000 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 BMW X2 | 27 | $2,850 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2022 BMW X2 | 26–27 | $2,850–$3,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2021 BMW X2 | 26–27 | $2,850–$3,000 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 BMW X2 | 26–27 | $2,850–$3,000 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 BMW X2 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 BMW X2 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the BMW X2, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 to 2024 | 3 to 2 | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Transmissions: Automatic (AM-S7); Size classes: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Labels: X2 sDrive28i; Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI; Transmissions: Automatic (S8); Drives: Front-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Midsize Cars | |
| 2022 to 2023 | 26.5 to 27.0 | |||
| 2019 to 2020 | 25.5 to 26.5 | |||
| 2018 to 2019 | 2 to 3 | Labels: X2 M35i |
Buying used
What the BMW X2 recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | seat belts (front); seat belts (rear/other) | None |
| 2025 | 3 | electronic stability control (esc); seat belts (front); service brakes, hydraulic (power assist) | None |
| 2024 | 2 | electronic stability control (esc); electronic stability control (esc) (control module) | None |
| 2021 | 1 | seat belts | None |
| 2020 | 1 | air bags (air bag/restraint control module) | None |
| 2019 | 1 | steering (linkages) | None |
| 2018 | 1 | engine and engine cooling | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| unknown or other | 7 | 28% | 2018 (5) |
| exterior lighting | 6 | 24% | 2018 (5) |
| electrical system | 6 | 24% | 2018 (4) |
| service brakes | 5 | 20% | 2018 (2) |
| engine | 4 | 16% | 2018 (2) |
| air bags | 2 | 8% | 2018 (1) |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 BMW X2 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive28i | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 241 | 295 | 3,803 | – | 28 | $46,050 |
| M35i | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 312 | 295 | 3,840 | – | 26 | $55,250 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every BMW X2 model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 241–312 | 3,803–3,840 | – | 14.3 |
| 2025 | 2 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 241–312 | 3,803–3,840 | – | 14.3 |
| 2024 | 2 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 241–312 | 3,803–3,840 | – | 14.3 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 228 | 3,519–3,664 | – | 18.7 |
| 2022 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 228–301 | 3,519–3,743 | – | 18.7 |
| 2021 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 228–301 | 3,519–3,743 | – | 16.1 |
| 2020 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 228–301 | 3,519–3,721 | – | 16.1 |
| 2019 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Twin Turbo) | 228–302 | 3,499–3,713 | – | 16.1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0L | 228 | 3,499–3,662 | – | 16.1 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Model-year recall record
BMW X2: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | not available | seat belts |
| 2025 | 3 | 1 | stability control, seat belts, brakes |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | stability control |
| 2023 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | seat belts |
| 2020 | 1 | 2 | airbags |
| 2019 | 1 | 3 | steering |
| 2018 | 1 | 15 | engine cooling |
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Known gap: the NHTSA complaints API did not return data for BMW X2 model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream, not returning a genuine zero. Those years are marked "not available" above instead of shown as clean; recall counts for those years are unaffected and come from the separate recalls API, which returned data for every year listed.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a BMW X2?
Federal recall records don't single out a best BMW X2 model year: recall counts across the 7 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about 1.6 recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the BMW X2 by model year?
2026: seat belts. 2025: stability control, seat belts, brakes. 2024: stability control. 2021: seat belts. 2020: airbags. 2019: steering.
Q03Why do some BMW X2 model years show "not available" for complaints?
The NHTSA complaints API did not return data for BMW X2 model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream instead of the count genuinely being zero. Recall counts for those years are unaffected; they come from a separate NHTSA endpoint that returned data for every year listed.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Engine and cooling, Brakes, tires and steering, Buying, records and recalls.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 X2 come in?
The 2027 BMW X2 (compact luxury coupe-SUV) comes in 2 trims: xDrive28i, M35i.
Q02What are the 2027 X2 trims?
The 2027 BMW X2 trims are xDrive28i, M35i, listed from the entry xDrive28i up to the top M35i.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 X2 use?
The 2027 BMW X2 is built around 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder (xDrive28i) or 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder (M35i), rated at 241 / 312 horsepower across its compact luxury coupe-SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 X2 have?
The 2027 BMW X2 is rated at 241 / 312 horsepower (2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder (xDrive28i) or 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder (M35i)).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 X2?
The 2027 BMW X2 is offered with Standard AWD.