You can actually tinker with the regeneration of the brakes by changing it to Comfort where it’s less to non existent. I typically use sports mode + save on motorway to charge the battery and get that responsive throttle/gearbox and Comfort for town electric driving. What fun cars to drive, both X2 and Active Tourer 225xe.
I have bought one and agree with most of what is said here. My main gripe with the car is the limited range due to the small fuel tank. This is only just about 200 miles. Driving locally I don’t have to visit the fuel station but on a long run from Manchester to Winchester, for example, I have to refill on the motorway, which I hate doing.
I have one of the first models of the PHEV off the production line in October last year, changing from 5 previous 520D series models over last 12years, I like the car, but as you say it is not perfect. I find the electric range since I have had the car around 20miles, but after 2 days of weather in the 20deg this week amazingly I have hit nearly 30 miles so very temperature sensitive on battery life. Lovely to drive in all electric, I find the petrol engine through gearbox a little noisy when it cuts in at low speed, almost sounds like an early diesel car! Not great. My biggest gripe is for a latest model phev, BMW fitted the old idrive system, not 7 and the original ev control system, not the latest as 330e which really annoys me when spending £45k! It's like buying a new phone to find the OS is 5years out of date, so big minus from me on that. I also find that the auto drive mode is not as good as it could be, it tries to use the battery too much, for me above 20mph, the car should default to the engine, and save battery for low speed where it excels, but it tries to use all electric until nearly exhausted , also in snow or ice I am not sure it is a true xdrive, it would be good to have a traction mode which forces drive to all the wheels to make it all wheel drive, I find in bad weather I end up selecting SAVE mode to force the engine to operate all the time to take advantage of the front wheel drive. Overall I like the car, but it could be so much better with a few of these points resolved. By the way I find the sound system awesome on quality, don't know what others are on about. I have the same model and colour as reviewed, without HUD and Professional Info package.
Thank you for sharing your in-depth thoughts! Indeed, we were impressed by the audio system, too - what settings do you use? totallyev.net/bmw-x2-audio-review-harman-kardon/
Some don't want it nor require it, especially when you're not on the motorway. For example, on country roads where the road markings aren't clear, said systems often cause issues - like pulling you towards the hedges instead of allowing you to drive how you should.
Really a very good review. Compliments! One question. Can you move the backseats also a few inches forward to get some extra luggage space like with the X1 ? When yes, how much liters extra space does it give you.
@@TotallyEV Thanks, I hoped you know what I was meaning. With the X1 it is possible but as an option. th-cam.com/video/uX4fhNuvnRY/w-d-xo.html. It is very handy, if you travel with no passengers you have extra luggage room. The X2 is the more beautiful and stylish car, but the X1 is more practical. Difficult choice. It is a pity that both cars still don't have the fully digital cockpit. But anyway, I will buy a new car in two years and then the upgrades should be in place.
@@ronnie9187 indeed, know what you mean, just not sure if it's actually possible in the X2; might be best asking BMW about it - could even depend on your territory (ie some countries might offer it while others might not!). Indeed, the X1 is generally seen as the more practical but less fun vehicle to drive vs the X2.
Thank you for the Review. I am picking up my X2 PHEV with Electric pack on Saturday. I drove it liked it and buying it. I am replacing this Hybid for my BMW630i which I had for 8 years and enjoyed it. Only changing for Plugin Hybrid.
@@TotallyEV I am enjoying my BMW X2 Plugin Hybrid only thing I not happy it does not fully charge over night at Home 3 pin plug. During the summer it was charging 29 mls, now in the winter it is only charging 19mls. i contacted BMW they said in the winter Lithium Battery takes longer due to the cold condition.
Thanks for sharing! Can't recall, but maybe there's a battery saving feature (for cold climate) in the infotainment system - have you checked to see if there's anything you can disable to make sure you get the full mileage?
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Video timestamps:
Price & spec: 00:00
Exterior design: 01:01
Interior tech & design: 03:33
Audio system: 06:16
Steering wheel & cluster: 06:64
Storage space: 08:59
Headroom & legroom: 10:47
Driving comfort: 11:36
Performance: 14:04
Driving range & MPG: 17:06
Safety systems: 18:51
Verdict: 20:23
You can actually tinker with the regeneration of the brakes by changing it to Comfort where it’s less to non existent. I typically use sports mode + save on motorway to charge the battery and get that responsive throttle/gearbox and Comfort for town electric driving. What fun cars to drive, both X2 and Active Tourer 225xe.
Thanks for sharing!
I have bought one and agree with most of what is said here. My main gripe with the car is the limited range due to the small fuel tank. This is only just about 200 miles. Driving locally I don’t have to visit the fuel station but on a long run from Manchester to Winchester, for example, I have to refill on the motorway, which I hate doing.
Indeed, it has a 36-litre fuel tank; good point!
I have one of the first models of the PHEV off the production line in October last year, changing from 5 previous 520D series models over last 12years, I like the car, but as you say it is not perfect. I find the electric range since I have had the car around 20miles, but after 2 days of weather in the 20deg this week amazingly I have hit nearly 30 miles so very temperature sensitive on battery life. Lovely to drive in all electric, I find the petrol engine through gearbox a little noisy when it cuts in at low speed, almost sounds like an early diesel car! Not great. My biggest gripe is for a latest model phev, BMW fitted the old idrive system, not 7 and the original ev control system, not the latest as 330e which really annoys me when spending £45k! It's like buying a new phone to find the OS is 5years out of date, so big minus from me on that. I also find that the auto drive mode is not as good as it could be, it tries to use the battery too much, for me above 20mph, the car should default to the engine, and save battery for low speed where it excels, but it tries to use all electric until nearly exhausted , also in snow or ice I am not sure it is a true xdrive, it would be good to have a traction mode which forces drive to all the wheels to make it all wheel drive, I find in bad weather I end up selecting SAVE mode to force the engine to operate all the time to take advantage of the front wheel drive. Overall I like the car, but it could be so much better with a few of these points resolved. By the way I find the sound system awesome on quality, don't know what others are on about. I have the same model and colour as reviewed, without HUD and Professional Info package.
Thank you for sharing your in-depth thoughts!
Indeed, we were impressed by the audio system, too - what settings do you use?
totallyev.net/bmw-x2-audio-review-harman-kardon/
To be honest it is still on the factory settings, it is so pleasing I have not felt the need to adjust anything
@@martynsheriff189 fair enough!
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Lane assist works perfectly on mine. Didn’t aid your safety? I’m so confused. It’s there to help if you start wondering into another lane.
Some don't want it nor require it, especially when you're not on the motorway. For example, on country roads where the road markings aren't clear, said systems often cause issues - like pulling you towards the hedges instead of allowing you to drive how you should.
@@TotallyEV pulling you towards hedges? 😄
Really a very good review. Compliments! One question. Can you move the backseats also a few inches forward to get some extra luggage space like with the X1 ? When yes, how much liters extra space does it give you.
Glad you liked it!
Good question: from memory, no it can't be moved, but we could be wrong!
@@TotallyEV Thanks, I hoped you know what I was meaning. With the X1 it is possible but as an option. th-cam.com/video/uX4fhNuvnRY/w-d-xo.html. It is very handy, if you travel with no passengers you have extra luggage room. The X2 is the more beautiful and stylish car, but the X1 is more practical. Difficult choice. It is a pity that both cars still don't have the fully digital cockpit. But anyway, I will buy a new car in two years and then the upgrades should be in place.
@@ronnie9187 indeed, know what you mean, just not sure if it's actually possible in the X2; might be best asking BMW about it - could even depend on your territory (ie some countries might offer it while others might not!).
Indeed, the X1 is generally seen as the more practical but less fun vehicle to drive vs the X2.
Hi... No the rear seats do not move, probably difficult as the battery pack is under the seat.
@@martynsheriff189 thanks for sharing!
Thank you for the Review. I am picking up my X2 PHEV with Electric pack on Saturday. I drove it liked it and buying it. I am replacing this Hybid for my BMW630i which I had for 8 years and enjoyed it. Only changing for Plugin Hybrid.
Pleasure, glad you found the review useful! And congratulations on your new purchase, let us know how you find it when it's on your driveway.
@@TotallyEV I am enjoying my BMW X2 Plugin Hybrid only thing I not happy it does not fully charge over night at Home 3 pin plug. During the summer it was charging 29 mls, now in the winter it is only charging 19mls. i contacted BMW they said in the winter Lithium Battery takes longer due to the cold condition.
Thanks for sharing! Can't recall, but maybe there's a battery saving feature (for cold climate) in the infotainment system - have you checked to see if there's anything you can disable to make sure you get the full mileage?
Really good review mate
Thank you!
The BMW M steering wheel is the best one on the market, you cannot seriously ask for it to be thinner, these are the lower spec steering wheels.
Might need to try Porsche's one 😉
Why does it have the old steering wheel and the old cockpit dials
You'll have to ask BMW that question!
old ?
Wow, a rear window wiper washer is included!
I like the X1 2.5e and plan to buy one as a 2nd car. But the X2 looks so much like a fat 1 series to me, why they consider it an SUV? :D
Ha, you'll have to ask BMW that question!
great review, very useful.
Pleasure, glad you found it useful!
Is this car considered to be a hatchback?
Guess you could call it that, due to its boot design!
2021 with an older looking interior and the older iDrive. not really worth it :(
Thanks for sharing!
Apple CarPlay plus CD player 🤔…. Industrial revolution vs space age .
Haha
Nice review.. totally wrong about the standard audio system.. one of the worst in any new vehicle.
Interesting, what didn't you like about it?
@@TotallyEV it’s old as FUG
Hi 🤓 I'm French & LOVE U.K 🚙 Thank You So Much ... S.U.V X2 by BMW 👍
Glad you liked the review!
One thing BMW have over Lexus. Innovation. Lexus has reliability. BMW have innovation.
What makes you say that? 😊
Which lunatic decided to put BMW badges on the rear side at the top like that
Haha!
8 badges in total on that car :O
I love the 8 bmw badges. That’s what makes it different then the other BMWs.
Thanks for sharing.
Yea, your phone won’t fit in your pocket either. Barely fit in your hands.
It actually does fit just fine :)
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