X2
The BMW X2 is a compact crossover with a coupe-inspired profile that first went on sale in 2018. BMW positioned it as a Sports Activity Coupe, or SAC, giving it a more expressive shape and sportier emphasis than a conventional compact SUV. The first generation, known by the F39 code, shared much of its engineering relationship with the BMW X1 but used a lower, more individual body design. For 2024, the second-generation U10 brought a major redesign: the vehicle grew in size, adopted a more pronounced fastback roofline, and introduced the first fully electric version, the BMW iX2. In the ScanRacer catalogue, the model range spans 2018 to 2024, with a Base entry covering 2018-2023 and an iX2 entry covering 2024.
Variants by year
2024
2023
2018
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The BMW X2 is a compact crossover with a coupe-inspired profile that first went on sale in 2018. BMW positioned it as a Sports Activity Coupe, or SAC, giving it a more expressive shape and sportier emphasis than a conventional compact SUV. The first generation, known by the F39 code, shared much of its engineering relationship with the BMW X1 but used a lower, more individual body design. For 2024, the second-generation U10 brought a major redesign: the vehicle grew in size, adopted a more pronounced fastback roofline, and introduced the first fully electric version, the BMW iX2. In the ScanRacer catalogue, the model range spans 2018 to 2024, with a Base entry covering 2018-2023 and an iX2 entry covering 2024.
History
BMW presented the first X2 in October 2017, ahead of a global market launch announced for March 2018. The model brought the brand’s Sports Activity Coupe idea into a more compact segment. Its intended balance combined the raised seating position and everyday versatility associated with BMW’s X family with a lower, more expressive body intended to give the vehicle a sportier identity. The first X2 carried the internal code F39. In the United States, sales began with the X2 xDrive28i, while names, engines, and drivetrain combinations differed between markets. Those regional variations mean that a specification or badge from one country should not automatically be applied to every X2. BMW revealed the second generation in October 2023 for sales beginning in 2024. Known internally as the U10, the redesigned model is substantially larger and uses a more pronounced coupe-style roofline. It is also the first X2 offered with fully electric power, marketed as the BMW iX2. BMW announced that the X2 and iX2 would be built flexibly on the same assembly line at its Regensburg plant in Germany, with the high-voltage batteries for the electric model also produced there.
Generations
The first-generation BMW X2 F39 covers the 2018 launch through the 2018-2023 period represented in the ScanRacer catalogue. It is identifiable by relatively compact proportions, a short bonnet, a sloping roof, and a lower rear profile than the contemporary X1. BMW emphasized a sport-oriented chassis setup, while two-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions were offered depending on market. Engines and trim structures changed during the production run, so the safest identification method is to combine the model code with the model year and country of sale. The second-generation U10 arrived for the 2024 model year. It made a clear visual break from the F39 with a longer and wider body, a more upright front end, stronger wheel-arch treatment, and a fastback-style rear section. BMW’s announced equipment includes a Curved Display and BMW Operating System 9 in the relevant configurations. This generation also expanded the model’s scope through the all-electric iX2 xDrive30. In the supplied ScanRacer context, iX2 is listed for 2024, while the Base entry represents X2 versions from 2018 through 2023.
Key differences
The clearest distinction is between the F39 and U10 generations. The first-generation car is shorter and visually closer to a conventional compact crossover, with a rounded rear and a relatively gentle beltline. The U10 looks larger and more assertive: its grille and headlamps create a taller front treatment, while the roof drops more decisively toward a fastback-style tailgate. BMW also describes the newer model as having significantly increased dimensions. Powertrain strategy provides another major dividing line. The F39 used combustion engines, with xDrive all-wheel drive available on selected versions and in selected markets. The U10 continues with petrol or diesel options in some regions but adds the iX2, a fully electric model. Interior technology also advances substantially, with the newer generation offering the Curved Display and BMW Operating System 9 in the announced configurations. Because model names and equipment vary by country, any comparison should be tied to a specific market and model year.
Photo recognition
To identify an F39 BMW X2, start with its compact dimensions and relatively low profile. It is a five-door crossover with a sloping roof, but its rear remains fairly rounded compared with the later model. The rear pillars and horizontal taillamps help separate it from a closely related X1 of the same era. Sport versions may carry M or M Sport styling elements, but those details alone cannot establish the exact model year. The U10 X2 is easier to distinguish by its larger visual presence. It has a taller front end, more heavily sculpted sides, and a more pronounced fastback rear. Inside, the defining feature is the broad curved display combining the instrument cluster and central screen. An iX2 can be identified through electric-model cues such as the iX2 badging, the lack of visible exhaust outlets, and market-specific trim details. The most reliable identification still combines the body design with the vehicle’s model code, model year, and sales market.
Important versions
The original BMW X2 is the foundation of the range: it belongs to the F39 generation and introduced BMW’s compact Sports Activity Coupe format. xDrive and sDrive versions, engines, and trim levels varied by market. The U10-generation X2 M35i xDrive represents the performance-focused direction of the newer model, while the iX2 xDrive30 introduces fully electric power to the X2 family. In the supplied ScanRacer context, the Base entry covers 2018-2023 models and the iX2 entry covers the 2024 model year. These labels should be understood as catalogue groupings rather than a complete worldwide list of BMW trim names.
References
- The First-Ever 2018 BMW X2: powerful and agileBMW Group PressClub USA
- The new BMW X2. Exciting looks, sparkling dynamics.BMW Group PressClub Global
- The all-new BMW X2 and the first-ever BMW iX2BMW Group PressClub Global
- The All-New 2024 BMW X2BMW Group PressClub USA
- La toute nouvelle BMW X2 et la toute première BMW iX2BMW Group PressClub Belux
- https://www.caranddriver.com/bmw/x2caranddriver.com
- https://www.caranddriver.com/bmw/x2-2024caranddriver.com
- https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a45486801/2024-bmw-x2-revealed/caranddriver.com
Technical specifications
Structured data available for versions linked to this model.
| Version | Power | Torque | Top speed | Drivetrain | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 125 kw (170 hp) | 206.5 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 132 mph (212 km/h) | Front Wheel Drive / 7-speed automatic Steptronic | Mild Hybrid |
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the BMW X2 produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 2018 - 2024.
- How many BMW X2 examples are documented on ScanRacer?
- 11 published scans from 9 members, with the latest photo added in August 2026.
- What is the power output of the BMW X2?
- The sourced technical data lists 125 kw (170 hp).