BMW first revealed the urban crossover X2.
In Paris, BMW has unveiled a concept of the new urban crossover X2.
The serial implementation of this model is to begin in the second quarter of 2018.
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Then the planned global launch. The main difference between the X2 from the X1 platform – low roof line and tilt back stand. The car will compete with the Mercedes-Benz GLA, the Infiniti Q30 and Q2 Audi and Range Rover Evoque.
The car is built on the UKL front wheel drive platform developed for compact and subcompact cars BMW and Mini.
On the same architecture c transversely mounted engine, McPherson front struts and a multilink suspension at the rear based crossover X1 and the monocab 2-Series Active/Gran Tourer. All-wheel drive in these models that can connect, pull back transmits the multi-disc clutch.
New dimensions of X2 close to X1, stretched at length on 4439 mm in length, in width 1821 mm and 1598 mm in height. The wheelbase is the same – 2670 mm.
Common to X1 and X2 will be the engine range. Base motor, as expected will be a three-cylinder turbo-unit capacity of 1.5 liters and output of 136 horsepower. Besides it, the car will receive two-liter petrol and diesel engines are paired with 8-step “automatic”. Later debuts M-version with a 300-horsepower power unit.
