09-12-2018, 10:13 AM | #23 |
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Glad you like the car, but you lost me at, "the steering in sport mode is closer to a 2016-2018 M2 in sport mode."
No, it isn't. Lol. The steering feel is identical to the X1. I've driven both back to back and also own a M2. There is no planet on which a X2 has steering feel similar to the M2. To be fair, the M2 isn't exactly amazing to begin with. However, the X2 isn't even in the same discussion. Even a standard 230i has a better steering setup than the X2. Last edited by M2audioman; 09-12-2018 at 11:36 AM.. |
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I did another back to back test with a 240i and the steering was ultra light, dull and bland. It's like I lost connection with what was actually going on with the wheels to the road. This is exactly how I felt when driving the X1. It was super muted even in sport mode.. it just wasn't fun and engaging. All in all I've test driven an 240i, 340i, 440i, X1, X2, X3, X4, and an M2. To compare that steering feel is around the 340i and M2. I'm not saying they handle like those cars do but come the closest in feel (Sport mode) If I'm not making any sense and that you got a different feel for it I'm all ears. I'd love to get additional information and I'm glad that you're an M2 owner as well. It was my top pick, but I couldn't justify the price tag at the time and I fell in love with how that car drove and made me feel. There is still thoughts of trading up to an M2 at a later date still. What are your thoughts on it? |
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I too own an M2 and recently drove the X2 at BMW's Ultimate Driving Experience on their autocross tracks. I liked a LOT of things about the X2 and would absolutely recommend one to someone who is in the market for a small SUV that looks great inside and out, has a decent amount of power and handles well for what it is. However, the steering feel is nothing like the M2 in my opinion, just completely different cars. That said, great review otherwise and beautiful car...love Misano Blue. |
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09-16-2018, 02:57 PM | #26 |
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Your X2 is quite unique in Canada and I can tell you a bit about why you haven't seen any others like it.
I work as an SA at a Canadian dealership. Your X2 is what's known as an "HEA" model. They are cars that are pre-specified by BMW Canada as the first of any new model sent to dealerships. They are often specified in a way that you wouldn't be able to order through normal production. Yours is exactly this. BMW only officially offers the "xLine" and "M Sport X" trim levels in Canada. However, a few of the HEA models were specified by BMW Canada in a configuration identical to yours, with the "M Sport" trim level that's not officially offered here. I am hoping that BMW Canada will reconsider offering the "M Sport" (Non X) trim level in Canada, as I find it is a much cleaner look than the M Sport X or xLine models with their black/silver plastic trim. |
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However, I don't agree with your comparison of the X1 and X2. While they do share the same platform and steering rack, the X2 has shorter front and rear overhangs, a lower roofline, lower ride height, different (stiffer) springs and lower profile tires than the X1. I've driven both and they handle quite differently. Your comment that the X1 and X2 steering is identical is no more valid than the comment that the X2 and M2 steer the same. |
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11-08-2018, 04:51 PM | #29 |
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Nice write-up. Now I want one even more.
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03-11-2019, 03:00 AM | #32 |
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Hi BlueX2. Great car, and great write up. Glad you managed to get it with the body-coloured grey bits. I've ordered my M Sport which comes with body-coloured bits as well. Luckily down-under we get the choice.
anyway, was wondering whether you had a list of 'code-able' items for the X2? Like you mentioned disabling the disclaimer, remembering the last setting for auto start/stop, etc. cheers S
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Thanks to your post I got the stuff to code my m35i yesterday and did it in the parking lot while my daughter had her guitar lesson.
I got quite the scare when the ecu controlling stop/start rebooted and had like 15 errors pop up but they cleared...whew. I thought wow, this was a bad idea potentially bricking my car in a parking lot!! The trunk close with remote didn’t work but disclaimer is gone, stop start memory engaged and I put the m start screen on. |
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torn between X2 and X4
I have owned several bmw's (325xi and two X3's) and now find myself torn between a "new" X2 & a "used" X4 ... for about the same $.
my primary concern with the X2 is the front-drive bias and torque steer. Can anyone comment on this ? Also i need to really check the cargo space to see how 2-sets of golf clubs would fit. Also I really like the shifter in the X4 better thanks! |
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03-26-2019, 12:54 PM | #36 |
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I have not had torque steer issues in the m35i but one review said it was a problem in the wet. Again, I have not seen it and I used to drive the king of torque steer, a Ford Taurus SHO.
I also drove an x1 for 3 years and it never showed any signs either. It was also x drive. As for the clubs, no clue. |
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If you have driven the X2, you should have already noticed this. If you haven't driven the X2, you should. That would be a good time to do a fit check of your golf bags. Are you wondering if they will fit with the seat down or up? With it down, there should be lots of room. Not sure if it's up. |
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04-12-2019, 04:29 PM | #39 |
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A great review, thank you for sharing. I am totally sold on the colour and your car looks amazing with the 20” wheels. I can fully understand why people are scratching their heads and asking which model it is.
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