Video Summary
Here's a summary of the YouTube video review:- The BMW iX2 is a sibling of the iX1.
- It's 19 cm longer than the outgoing X2 and 5 cm longer than the iX1.
- It has a more swooping roofline and rake on the windscreen, giving it a sportier look.
- The familiar shark nose and new four-eyed lights are present, and an illuminated grill is optional.
- It has aggressive-looking taillights.
- The boot is 525 liters, slightly larger than the iX1 with underfloor storage.
- The Xdrive 30 has 267 miles range and goes 0-62 in 5.6 seconds, starting at £57.5k.
- The Edrive 20 does 0-60 in 8.6, has 283 miles range and starts at £51.5k.
- Both cars are capable of 11 and 22kW charging.
- At 130kW charging, 75 miles of range can be added in 10 minutes.
- BMW interiors haven't downgraded like competitors' interiors.
- Areas where materials don't feel as premium exist.
- Interior details have been taken from higher range cars.
- The seats are comfortable and cosseting, making you stay put when throwing the car around.
- The car has a modern infotainment system that keeps things at the first level, including touchscreen climate controls.
- The latest iDrive OS9 is based on open Android, has lots of apps.
- You can add a Playstation or Xbox controller.
- The rear is compromised, with not enough foot room.
- The center seat is only suitable for emergencies.
- The steering has some vagueness but engages into a beast on twisty roads.
- I't an M car with better electric sounds.
- If you want comfort on shorter rides get an iX1, however, the iX2 gives a sportier and more special feeling car.
