The Volvo XC40 is an all-new vehicle, and it immediately stands out in our luxury subcompact SUV rankings. That's not great, but it's also pretty typical for a segment that doesn't exactly put the U in SUV. Both of those numbers are pretty good for the class, but they still fall short of segment leaders. When it comes to warranty coverage, the X2's policies are strictly class-average. The base model comes with front-wheel drive, and an all-wheel-drive X2 starts at $38,400. First up, you have the base sDrive28i trim level and its all-wheel drive variant, the xDrive28i. At first try, we fit two medium-sized check-in suitcases and two roll-aboards behind its raised back seat. In our testing, we fit five of our carry-on suitcases behind the rear seat and 15 in total with the rear seats folded, versus seven and 19 for the X1. The 2019 BMW X2 has a slightly above average predicted reliability rating of 3.5 out of five from J.D. We're huge fans of BMW’s Magma Red interior color option, shown above.
This configuration includes the Convenience package from above and gives the X2 more aggressive design details. Available upgrades include Dakota leather, an upgraded 8.8-inch iDrive system with touch controls, wireless charging, a heads up display, and a Driving Assistant package that includes active cruise control, lane departure warning, and speed limit information. Other individual options include wireless charging for smartphones and a Wi-Fi hot spot ($500), a 12-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo ($875), and active parking assistant ($200). The available drive modes (Comfort, Sport and Eco Pro) allow you to adjust the shock stiffness if you’ve tacked on the $500 Dynamic Damper Control option, and it makes a tangible difference in handling. What is the difference? Call it weird or out of place, but the X2 wears the M35i badge well. The X2 always has been a sportier version of the X1, this year’s X2 M35i variant makes it official. The fire-breathing M35i model is what sets the X2 apart from the workaday X1, and it provided blistering acceleration during our testing.
The standard X2 sDrive28i has front-wheel drive, while the xDrive28i and the M35i models come with all-wheel drive. At that price, it starts to compete with larger, more luxurious SUVs, while making it awfully pricey for a hot hatch alternative. Of course, if you are in need of more rear seat and cargo space, you might want to skip the X2 altogether and consider getting the similarly-priced X1 instead. For the body paint color, there are ten different non-metallic options to choose from on each trim. Whereas the lower trim levels have a choice of ten body paint colors, you only get six non-metallic options on the M35i. So, if you're going to do it, we suggest you go all the way and buy the M35i. Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. Rear-seat headroom is tight, but otherwise, passenger comfort should be acceptable for most people.
Otherwise, the X2 carries on essentially unchanged. Also, you get LED headlights with cornering lights, LED fog lights, 18-inch Y spoke light alloy wheels equipped with all-season tires, privacy glass, satin aluminum trim, and chrome exhaust tips that measure out to 90 mm in diameter. For starters, the M35i has a M Sport differential and M Sport exhaust. Compare the 2019 X2 xDrive28i vs M35i Trims. These two trims come with coded driveaway protection, an anti-theft alarm system, BMW Remote Services (which includes the Stolen Vehicle Recovery feature), pretensioners for the front seat belts, a central locking system, and BMW Assist eCall, which a SOS button and an enhanced automatic collision notification system. You also get an anti-theft AM/FM radio and CD player, HD Radio, and pre-wiring for SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Of course, if you really want to step things up and get sporty, the M35i is the trim level for that.
You've got the base sDrive28i, the xDrive28i, and the sporty M35i. The list of standard safety features is also about what you should expect to get on a base luxury coupe. All models come standard with touchscreen infotainment, in-dash navigation, and a smattering of driver-assistance features, but more advanced tech and real luxury features require extra investment. Just know that extra under-floor storage comes at the expense of a spare tire - if you opt for one that space disappears. Shadowline exterior trim also gets slapped on for an extra chic appearance. It also has distinct exterior styling. Check out our U.S. The M-fettled four-cylinder puts out 302 horsepower, 332 pound-feet and drops the 0-60 mph time from the mid-6-second range to 4.7 seconds, according to BMW. According to BMW, it goes from zero to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds. The xDrive28i has the same powertrain, but it is able to get from 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds, whereas it takes the sDrive28i 6.6 seconds.
