BMW X2 (2017-2023) review

Usual array of suspects on offer here, spanning a pair of petrols (18i, 20i), diesels (18d, 20d) the hybrid 25e and the range-topping M35i. In the UK, there are only two trim levels – Sport and M Sport – while the 35i occupies its own space entirely.

The petrols emit between 141 and 163g/km of CO2, the diesels 137 and 149g/km of CO2 (all depending on the gearbox). Unsurprisingly the hybrid’s the most frugal, claiming CO2 emissions of between 39 and 41g/km of CO2 and fuel economy of between 155mpg and 166.2mpg. Sure, why not.

Other running costs for the 20d – depreciation, servicing, as well as fuelling and company car tax – look bang-on competitive with the Evoque and Merc GLA. The  base Sport version of the newly revitalised X1 is – as of 2022 – a few grand more expensive than its equivalent X2, but you can expect more price parity once the X2 gets its inevitable refresh too. Currently, they kick off at £33,540.

The base X2 spec is strong on equipment but low on good cheer – the cabin is monochrome, the upholstery cloth, the wheels small. The M Sport’s only a little cheerier, though leather isn’t standard. Everything’s better in the 35i, with bigger wheels (20s) and better trim.