The new BMW iX2 represents the first electric version of the German brand's SUV. If you want to know it, here are seven details you should know about the new BMW electric car.
The new BMW iX2 has already arrived on the market and has not gone unnoticed. This is the first time that this SUV has a 100% electric version, which also has some more than interesting qualities. If you want to know it, these are 7 keys to the BMW iX2 that you should know.
In the new generation of this SUV, BMW wanted to bring a substantial change by varying aspects such as the general design of the car and some of its personality traits. Altogether, this will seek to make this a more competitive model, especially in its electric version, with cars like the Volvo C40 and the Audi Q4 e-tron in its sights.
Its aerodynamic coefficient is 0.25
Autonomy is essential in an electric car, which is why we work hard to achieve the best aerodynamics. In this case, the German brand's engineers have managed to sign a coefficient of only 0.25 in this version, which is great data for a car of its type.
To do this, they have used several techniques. The most obvious is the elimination of the grille, but elements such as flush door handles and more aerodynamic wheels as standard also help. Everything contributes to reducing air resistance.
Same interior as the X2, but less trunk
The interior of the iX2 is almost the same as the thermal versions. As in the BMW X1, we have the BMW Curved Display and a very characteristic floating central arm. However, due to the configuration of the electric version, the trunk goes from 560 liters (expandable to 1,470 liters) of the thermal model to 525 liters (expandable to 1,400 liters).
Beyond this, the entire cabin is very familiar if you already know the latest cars from the German brand and especially the firm's other compact SUV. Of course, the main difference with this one is in the rear seats, which feel somewhat narrower.
Two versions and up to 478 km of autonomy
The first electric version to be offered was the xDrive30 and it is the most performance-oriented, with two motors that produce 313 HP and 494 Nm of torque, as well as a 64.8 kWh battery that offers between 417 and 449 km of WLTP autonomy.
On the other hand, the eDrive20 configuration will arrive later, which will serve as a gateway to the range. Here we will only find one motor, which will produce 204 HP, but the same battery will still be present. Of course, here it will allow you to enjoy between 439 and 478 km of autonomy.
You want to run? Use Boost mode
As with the BMW iX1, in the iX2 you can find a paddle on the left side of the steering wheel with the inscription 'Boost'. When you press it, you have maximum electrical power at your disposal for 10 seconds, which can be of great help when joining or overtaking.
Of course, this doesn't boil down to one more notable response and nothing more. All this is accompanied by a deeper sound (artificial, of course) when stepping on the accelerator and new graphics on the instrument panel to make the experience more exciting.
Loads up to 130 kW in DC
Regarding recharging, it is possible to charge at 11 kW in alternating current, for which it will take about 6.5 hours to go from 0 to 100%. However, direct current is where this model stands out, since it allows charging at a maximum of 130 kW.
With this power, the manufacturer points out that it will be possible to go from 10 to 80% of the battery capacity in 29 minutes. In addition, you can recover 120 km of autonomy after 10 minutes, which can help in emergencies or when traveling.
It is 1,600 euros more expensive than the iX1 in both versions
The price of the iX2 starts at 50,500 euros for the eDrive20 access version, with 204 HP and up to 478 km of autonomy. Meanwhile, the 313 HP xDrive30 variant amounts to 58,000 euros. Both versions represent an increase of 1,600 euros compared to the equivalent of the X1.
In this other SUV, the eDrive20 model with 204 HP and up to 474 km of autonomy costs 48,900 euros, while the xDrive30 with 313 HP and up to 439 km of autonomy amounts to 56,400 euros. Furthermore, between the access version and the most powerful of the two cars there is a difference of 7,500 euros.
Shares assembly line with thermal
Like the X1 and the combustion versions of the BMW X2, the BMW plant in Regensburg, Germany, is where the new iX2 is manufactured. Both the thermal and battery versions share an assembly line, which is not usually common, given the important differences in the manufacture of thermal and battery cars.
Be that as it may, that is what happens in this case. All in all, the more performance version without emissions hits the market in this month of March, while the access version will be available shortly after.