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2020 BMW X2 M35i SUV Experience

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After countless spy shots and rumors, the new range-topper in the BMW X2 lineup is finally here. Meet the M35i, which although is based on a front-wheel-drive platform, it will only be available with an xDrive setup. The flagship X2 marks two premieres for the Bavarian company as not only does it have the first M Performance-branded four-cylinder engine, but also the most powerful version of a four-cylinder unit ever installed by BMW in a production model.

Come to think of it, the new BMW X2 M35i is also the first M Performance model to get an M Sport differential in the front axle, which diminishes traction losses on the front wheels while the crossover is being driven in a lively manner.

Fitted with a reworked cooling system, the turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine has been tweaked to unlock 302 horsepower (225 kilowatts) and a peak torque of 450 Newton-meters (332 pound-feet). The output is channeled to both axles with help from an eight-speed Steptronic transmission equipped with launch control and blessed with “M Performance tuning.” This hardware setup enables the X2 M35i to reach 62 mph (100 kph) from a standstill in just 4.9 seconds.
Aside from getting a beefier engine, the high-end crossover has also gone through a series of other upgrades to make it worthy of the M Performance badge. It has goodies such as an adaptive suspension with two selectable modes, an M Sport braking system with 18-inch front and 17-inch rear steel discs, and tweaked steering to make the X2 feel more agile and nimble through the corners.

When it comes to design, the M35i gets the M Sport Package as standard combined with a Cerium Grey paint finish and dual tips for the sports exhaust. Should you feel the standard 19-inch rims are too small, BMW will be more than happy to install an optional 20-inch set with a two-tone finish. Full LED headlights and fog lights come as standard, as does the M spoiler at the back.

Much like with the exterior, the X2 M35i’s cabin is based on the M Sport Package and can be had with optional M sports seats for greater lateral support for those sitting in the front. These can be ordered in one of the three available designs and come with matching M seatbelts for a cohesive look. The leather-wrapped M Sport steering wheel with shift paddles rounds off the list of niceties.

BMW says it will commence production of the X2 M35i in November, but the assembly of Euro-spec cars won’t begin until March next year.
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