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2021 BMW X2: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2021 BMW X2 is a quiet carryover with no major changes from 2020. Its trim lineup, engines, styling, safety equipment, and infotainment setup remain essentially the same.
About the 2021 BMW X2
1st generation (F39, 2018-2023), fourth model year; no major 2021 redesign or full refresh.
BMW positions the X2 as the more expressive, coupe-like alternative to the X1. Its job is not maximum cargo room; it is to give shoppers a small luxury crossover with sharper styling, a lower-slung feel, and more eager road manners. In used-car terms, the X2’s core appeal is simple: compact size for city use, BMW-brand handling and turbo power, and a design that feels sportier than most small crossovers in this class.
The 2021 X2 lineup starts with the front-wheel-drive sDrive28i and adds all-weather traction in the all-wheel-drive xDrive28i. Both use a 228-hp turbo engine, while the performance-focused M35i brings 302 horsepower, sharper suspension and steering, stronger brakes, and launch control. An 8.8-inch touchscreen with navigation and Apple CarPlay is standard across all three trims.
2021 BMW X2 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 24 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 32 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 301 hp | 228 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 331 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.7 in | 36.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2021 BMW X2 compared with the 2020 model?
Nothing significant changed for the 2021 BMW X2. It carries over the same three trims, engines, overall styling, safety equipment, and 8.8-inch infotainment setup from 2020.
Did the 2021 BMW X2 get a new engine?
No, the 2021 BMW X2 did not get a new engine. The sDrive28i and xDrive28i retain a 228-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while the M35i retains a 302-hp version.
Which trims were offered for the 2021 BMW X2?
The 2021 BMW X2 lineup consists of the front-wheel-drive sDrive28i, the all-wheel-drive xDrive28i, and the more powerful all-wheel-drive M35i. No trims were added, dropped, or renamed for 2021.
Is the 2021 BMW X2 meaningfully different from the 2020 model?
No, the 2021 BMW X2 is not meaningfully different from the 2020 model. A used shopper should focus more on condition, mileage, trim, and installed equipment than on model-year changes between these two years.
Does the 2021 BMW X2 have Apple CarPlay?
Yes, every 2021 BMW X2 trim has Apple CarPlay through an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation. This setup carried over from 2020.
2021 BMW X2 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 BMW X2.
4.4
2021 BMW X2
(85 reviews)
“The x2 is super fun to drive, but get the xDrive version, the sDrive is not as good!”
“The vehicle styling is amazing it has a very strong engine and handles like a sports car the seats are amazing and I especially love the look of the wheels as they remind me of the hot wheels toys back in my day”