The back end reminds me of an old Honda Crosstour, which is not a compliment.

@katietatey

Ай бұрын

Exactly! I don't like the shape of this one.

To each his own, I think it’s the best looking BMW in 10 years.

@stephen876

9 күн бұрын

that's just shows how horrible the last 10 years have been

My God what happened to BMW styling? Never thought I'd miss Chris Bangle

@foggyblues13

Ай бұрын

Unlike most; I liked the Bangle era. Definitely was better than the shite they've been coming out with in recetn years. I almost want to call them Honda.

@cjwestside

Ай бұрын

@@foggyblues13 the new 5 series looks very Japanese

@foggyblues13

Ай бұрын

@@cjwestside It DOES! Kinda strange when you think about all the brands that were stealing BMW details all these years.

@omidnamin9004

Ай бұрын

@@cjwestside Correction, the new 5 series looks like what the cheap chinese bmw knockoffs would have come up with 10 years ago.

@springertube

Ай бұрын

​@@foggyblues13Speaking of faint praise 😉

Reminds me of the old Pontiac Aztek

@dcb113

Ай бұрын

That's an insult to the Aztek.😀

@OwlTL

Ай бұрын

I seriously just googled Pontiac Aztec because I thought the same thing!

@thepkism

Ай бұрын

The SHADE. I’m so here for it.

@michellep2682

28 күн бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking. Boy this thing is ugly

This vehicle showcases BMW’s theft deterrent design language perfectly!

The styling hurts my eyes. The rear overhang makes it look like a boat. Busy is an understatement.

@xvprajapati6981

7 күн бұрын

Dude fr i an dead deadening dieded

For me, I like the look 👍👍

I have an x1 and agree with you that the start stop is a pain in the a**. I had a 2020 x1 before changing to a 2023 and I liked it much better. It had buttons and centre selector. Thanks for your show..

Nice! Thanks for roasting about the digital touch screen! We want buttons back!

@yellowhammer3

Ай бұрын

We all know you want buttons back because your type never shuts up about it

@whatgaca

Ай бұрын

@@yellowhammer3 are you a bastard? so thirsty for attention 🤡

@Brian-jv8iy

22 күн бұрын

@@yellowhammer3 most people want them back, they were gone because screens are cheaper to scale. glad EU requires them now

2:45 This is why I always deactivated voice activation. Since if i need one i can just press the button.

I love the look

Been waiting for this one! Owned a 2020 X2 M35i and have been looking forward to your review of the new one ever since it came out!

Exterior is hideous! I agree with hubby. Sits high with what looks like narrow lawnmower wheels. And the lines, angles and edges makes it look like what we thought a futuristic car would look like twenty years ago. An no physical buttons?! Main reason why the newest model of the Golf R is sitting on lots. Complete opposite of the beautiful styling and aggressive stance of let’s say a Porsche Macan :)

Good review as usual. I picked up an 2024 X1 2 months ago and while I was skeptical about the lack of buttons, you do get used to it. There's "always on" screen buttons for the heated seats/wheel and climate, music is easy to get to. The shifter too is ok but 100% agree with your my modes comment - I like to go into sport mode (a lot!) and it's a real pain. I also prefer the look of the X1...the X2/X4/X6 have never really resonated with me...looks "chopped off" at the back. Having had the X1 for a couple of months, it's a lot of fun to drive. What is a total disaster is the iDrive 9 software. I've had 2 software updates now and still have a myriad of problems (well documented on forums). The biggest one though is that Android Auto has stopped working entirely with the latest update (disconnects after a couple of mins). I feel BMW has nailed the driving dynamic, space and power for this segment but the software is a hot mess (that I dearly hope gets solved)

@twystedhumour

23 күн бұрын

Thank you for this info, and congratulations on your new car!

I have a 2023 BMW X1 and really like it except there is a constant buzz coming from the drivers side grab handle and a couple of rattles on the passenger side. As for the start/stop I created a short cut so all I have to do is swipe down on the screen and select it, you can do it before or after you start it as long as the car is woke up.

This vehicle is a design catastrophy, but great review otherwise

Looks is great- not the boring rounded design thats always the same for years.

@robertherman1146

Ай бұрын

Agree, I think it looks great. X1 and X3 look soggy, like a London taxi.

Can you program out the start/stop like I did in my 2014 X3.... As long as they got rid of the warning under 37 degree F! Thanks for the review!

Looking at the review about exterior and the comments, I guess the north americans and europeans do look at things differently. I for one really like the looks better than X1. Nice review guys, thanks

Thx both!, I actually like the exterior as well as interior but not sold on reliability ….

I saw an M35i today in Niagara. Was surprised how big it looked. The owner had it wrapped in a turquoise colour and it honestly looked hideous. But that colour would look good on a 55 Chevy belair 😅

Did you like the auto start stop in the x1?

The old X2 was sexy, with a shooting brake vibe. This is a Keurig coffee maker.

@judih.8754

Ай бұрын

Yes certainly!

Would I be better off with the Mini Countryman?

No rear wiper, no room in the glove compartment..for that money they have much better options

Like the review. Do not like the look. Will the transmission shifter hold up over time?

My none turbo Mazda CX5 has a similar issue. At times when starting from a stop it has a annoying hesitation which here in Fl can be very dangerous the way we make left hand turns on highways.

I miss the 'Roundels' on either side of the rear quarter panels. Did they drop them after the 1st gen? That was my favorite feature...it was a throwback and now it jumps out when they are missing....I think I would go with the Mini.. same car...but quirkier 🤔

@ekimandersom4478

20 күн бұрын

The new mini countryman is hideous

Bought a 2024 X3 5 months ago. Sure you miss out on a couple of newer tech features due to it still using Idrive 7. Buttttt it has buttons. I have a button to shut off the auto stop/start. I have buttons to change driving modes. I have buttons for climate controls. This trend to move to touch screens is horrible. I also think it is also less safe.

Looks like a long, lifted hatchback.

Did the fix the crashy suspension from the X1? I drove that and quite liked it-except for the ride, which was a dealbreaker.

BMW has been consistent with hitting every new model aggressively with the Ugly Stick!

Start and stop can be turned off in the system settings

I like the 2018 era of X2's - I didn't at first, but they've aged really well I think. Especially with the bigger 20" wheels. This one's probably fun to drive, but as others have said, a bit 'busy' looking or maybe over-designed

Hey ! Bmw Canada, why not in Canada the X1 phev, iX1 ev and iX2 ev ? In France they have it and more they have X1 with ice 3 cylinders !

Did they style it after the Buick Envista?

@kizo172

Ай бұрын

Envista is actually pretty

I can’t see why I’d go X2 over an X1. As for the X1, loving mine (M35i) and very surprised at the mpg. I’m at 1900 miles and am getting an overall mixed average of 31.5mpg. Even going 75-80mph on highways I was sustaining 32mpg. The m35i definitely is not necessary at all (and may be stiffer) but at the time I ordered it bmw wasn’t allowing the m sport / shadow line black trim on the 28i and I did not want the chrome trim. I do like the quad exhaust look though. No real complaints so far though I’m still learning some things. I would like buttons but I’ve been able to get by okay.

Does this car exist in the wild. In AZ, not one X2 on dealer lots and only 3 in production. Thought getting a 3 was hard but this is the unicorn

That's why in my X3 M40 I always put it into Sport Plus so that it shuts off Auto Start/Stop. Or you could have it programmed to to have it off by default. These are options BMW should give it's owners by default.

I know the style isn t for everyone but I absolutely love it . I might consider it . I was also looking at the GV70. Which one do you prefer ? Wish we had the EV version in Canada . It would be a great option in the EV market .

@Chloe-tj6wo

19 күн бұрын

I love x2. I ordered one.😁

Some of these interiors with everything on the screen and no buttons are making me scared I'll never be able to buy a new car again! I love my '23 Rav 4 - it has a nice screen but buttons and knobs for the important stuff and a regular gearshift. I may be keeping it forever, LOL!

As someone who just bought his first SUV I can see the logic here : the trunk space is huge at this price point in luxury SUV segment

Waiting for the redesigned X3.

A look only a mother could love

I ordered one

@johnlambert3717

24 күн бұрын

I have a 2022 x2... so it should be a step up

I have the 2020 X2 M35i and surprised to learn the new one is actually slower and less torque than the 2020 version. But 2020 interior is 2 generations back compared to 2024 so I wish it was only 1 generation back. But 2024 sure looks interesting

My 2015 RWD X1 2L (longitudinal) built in Leipzig was excellent for six years, one minor warranty issue except for airbag recalls. ZF 8 spd excellent too, paddle shifters help make up for no manual. $35,600 on the street :^) lifetime fuel mileage 29.7 mpg. My neighbor bought it from me, still great. Most serious criticism, run flat tires, awful ride. This car had 51% of its weight on the rear axle, the relatively short four-cyl engine was well behind the front axle. Picked it up at the Greer South Carolina factory, excellent experience and museum tour. I wouldn’t be inclined to buy the FWD platform. BMW FWD? Sacrilege.

I never understood the criticism of the Bangle designs. I thought the Bangle 5-series sedan was design perfection.

If you find the screen needing to be used for changes distracting, you're probably distracted and should use "Hey BMW" to do it for you?

DCTs on SUVs are not needed. Look at the Santa Fe with their DCT issues

I agree, not really a fan of the exterior. I do like the colour of the leather interior in that tester. What?! No button to turn off the auto start/stop function. I know why they put it in, but I hate that stupid function. First thing I turn off when I get in my car after I start it.

I like the X2 style myself, the sporty 35i is very intriguing like the equivalent MB GLA 35. The auto stop function I’ve had on CR-V and you get used to it. I’m not sure it’s that important but the X3/4 M40i has a Mild Hybrid which is better. Overall the X3 is everywhere in my city, I swear there’s as many X3 as RAV and CRV. So I like the X2 and X4 myself, the X1 and X3 are a little boring. At least the X1 has the nicer interior and I’m sure the X3 will get a refresh soon. To me the X2 35i is probably the best new design I’ve seen in awhile

Beamer code can remove the start stop feature

@ekimandersom4478

20 күн бұрын

Bimmer code. And no, not anymore with idrive 8

Love the front of it, the back looks weird though.

Looks like a GWM Haval H6GT..

Zack looked rather scared then with not just speed but money on his mind too 😮🎉

Not bad but not great when it’s comes about transmission and style. Great show Andrea! ☕️☕️

I like it. I don't like that drab grey color. I'm sure they have other colors. Hold on a sec, I'll go to their site. Okay, I'm back. Oh, yeah, I prefer the Vegas Red Metallic. $650 extra, but well worth it. And with the options, it comes out to $53,000. A nice model, if you cannot afford the X5.

Looks only a mother could love.

I really dispise the infotainment screen they put on these new cars. It looks like an after thought. What happen to the integrated screens?. And l agree with all the comments, this car is fugly.

Is dct always competing with cvt for the least reliable title all the times?

@JoseDiaz-qw7mg

Ай бұрын

apparently 😂

I’d rather get the Mini Countryman.

Did i see a Samsung Galaxy phone!!!! Way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!

Subaru Forester mates with a Buick Envista. A BMW X2 is born. I think I would prefer a Subaru Forester or Buick Envista.

HVAC in the screen is awful. Almost as bad are steering wheel touch sensors instead of buttons.

Get rid of STOP/START feature on new cars. My Acura Integra has it and you have to push a switch every time you start the car to defeat it. The customer should be able to permanently shut it off through the vehicle's software. It's ridiculous.

Hi there sorry there is a typo on the headline. Should be BMW not BMX. As you know BMX is a bike.

$60k CAD and they're gonna leave you stranded with a tire repair kit 💀

@LafemmebearMusic

28 күн бұрын

Make manufacturers don’t offer spares anymore standard. So why is this comment not more specific… it’s not jsut bmw. Comments have made us so lazy with language and subjects and predicates. Sheesh 🙄

@gregoryreneau1052

28 күн бұрын

@@LafemmebearMusic I leave plenty of comments about the lack spare tires on many automakers hah.. it's ridiculous for all brands not to offer them standard, and even more so when you're paying luxury prices.

Andr"e"a's out fit! 👍 Oh ya, and all the car stuff is great too!😜

@rojen8571

Ай бұрын

Wow she’s got you worked up, you can’t even spell her name correctly 😍

13:56 the brake lights flashing as the turn signals are unacceptable and needs to be illegal already. Why does BMW (and zee Germans in general) continue to unnecessarily downgrade the taillights on USDM vehicles. We deserve safe, effective and unambiguous taillights like everyone else.

It was always a delight when I’d see a BMW X2. I thought the design was brilliant. The highlight being the twin C-pillar BMW badges… akin to the iconic M1 (well that’s a bit of a stretch, but…). This new generation… does little for me, despite (probably) being a huge step forward in it’s evolution… which is too bad. Because I thought BMW really had something special. Now, its just too much of an in-betweener (not the Marvel comic character)… something between an X1 and an X3. How boring is that? Thanks for the video.

The 2023 Mazda CX-5 Turbo has more horsepower, torque and is $10,000 less. Full size spare and better looking! ;)

I think all the good designers got hired by Kia and Hyundai

BMW 's used to be so nice and look so good. Jesus Christ

I think it looks pretty sweet. I'd have a hard time deciding between the x1 and x2.

Well I’m going against the majority of the comments and say I like the exterior. I think the X1 looks too boxy. I will say that a white X2 looks better than the darker colors.

The new Euro NCAP safety standards requiring more hard buttons cannot come into effect soon enough so we can all get past this horrible era of limitless touchscreens and capacitive touch buttons that are frankly dangerous to use.

The are only so many styling tweaks you can do with basically cookie cutter crossovers that look basically the same, especially from the rear. Take away the BMW grille, this looks like the Buick Envista.

what else would you expect from bmw designs these days. just make it look ugly and weird. that's their goal

As much as the beauty is in the eye of the beholder, the exterior "hunchback design" is awful. I hated it when the X6 came out first then the GLE now this.... jeez as if there are no more car designers left out in this world. As someone already commented it looks a lot like a Buick. Also BMW seems to be going lately with the oversized front "nostrils" theme and not sure is working well for them. The design is obviously evolving with time but there is nothing sexier than a classic car design with maybe few modern touches.Especially for a brand like BMW . Please BMW give us a nice classic look like you used to do back in the days .

I'd rather have the old x2

What's a BMX? Never heard of that brand, except for mountain bikes 😊

The US market continues to get short-changed when it comes to BMW, safety features, and options. Starting for the 2024/2025 BMW Model Year, particularly X5, X6, X7, and the new 5 and 7 Series, the new 4 Series, the US market will no longer get fully adaptive LED headlights, which means your LED headlights will no longer turn left or right when you turn the steering. Also, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), ranked the 2024 and 2025 BMW LED headlights as awful because they are not as bright and there is a lot of glare in them, making them terrible. The high beam is practically useless. What is going on with BMW? Has raised the prices by about 35%, but it keeps cutting corners. Can someone shine a light here? Seriously? The lights are safety factors.

BMX ?

I’m with Zack. It’s a face, and a side, and a rear only a mother could love (or not). Yuck

What a monstrosity!

Shifter buttons are great. Remove the sticking shifter-more space. I dont see the point of shifting it with a lever since its electronic!

Bmw designers need to get their eyes checked 😮😮😮

Who buys bmw??? Unless u are lease.. too expensive!!

BMW have lost the plot . Why copy other brands ? Their styling was unique and that’s why we loved it. Round speed and rev counters , nice orange interior lighting, kidney grills etc. I have always had BMW but changed to Lexus , prefer the RX style and it’s more reliable. BMW no longer have a USP.

Look on proportional like every thing this days, people don’t like the old one now you have the new 😂

Don't forget that there's no available rear wiper. I wish that *all* vehicles had one!

Don’t love the look. Don’t love touch screen only and no buttons. Don’t love there is no shifter. Don’t love it.

I love bmw but this is so so ugly

Really ugly exterior and to busy inside.

What a disappointment! Great review though.

Darn, it seems all car makers, even luxury makers, so totally cheap out on their smaller platforms and vehicles. Frankly, if I am ever thinking of a UX or X2 or Q3, I would just go for the next higher platform in a slightly lower trim. OMG, I just never think I would be satisfied with a smaller vehicle that they totally cheap out on, just because it's supposed to be cheaper and they always seem to cut corners to do it that way!

I am so tired of technological "progress". I enjoy driving, not manipulating a screen. Plus, if you only drive this car occasionally, the idiosyncratic technology will be a burden, not a blessing

Not a looker 😮

This looks like a copy of BMW .. design is not good actually 😮