Saw an Envista and it looked great! Prettier than the X2. I've always liked the Crosstrek. X2 is an upscaled Crosstrek that got gene spliced with a pitbull. It's quirky looking, but I like it.
In the past BMW design was all about dynamic proportions and they stayed true to that principle in some models up until the F22 coupé, but now all we are left with are aggressive scoops, creases and slanted headlights. What does van Hooydonk think when he sees an E9/E30/E34/E38 and so many other icons?
The old BMWs you could buy didn’t even look like what Hoffmeister and Co envisioned, but they were restrained by the manufacturing process. If you read some articles about the design process you would know that many „iconic design elements“ are actually caused by old manufacturing techniques that didn’t allow the shapes intended by the designer
@@beautyisontheinside Yet still, as I said I don´t appreciate the emphasis on single design elements. The proportions are what matter to me. That´s why SUVs always fall short when it comes to asthetics. They look bulky and heavy while sedans or coupés with RWD-biased proportions always appear like they are moving even when standing still.
@@klausm5460 Why are you talking about SUVs and Coupes? Those are different vehicle classes which appeal to different customers. That’s not even the topic of the video
@@beautyisontheinside because regardless of the body style, BMW’s current design language has some hideous design choices and polarizing features that disregard what people have always loved about them
Couldn't agree more with everything you said. And I do work for BMW. I really do hope that we will one day return to the automotive design peak that we had in the late 90s and early 2000s.
@@tommyb6611 Yes, I do see it and I obviously know about the Neue Klasse concept. And I don't like it. It's going to get even worse, looking even more like consumer electronics, hammering in this cold product design philosophy. I just hope that one day the trend of big screens and minimalistic interiors / exteriors dies. It's not going to happen in the next few years, or even the next decade, probably - I know that. But still. Any trend dies someday. Just a matter of time.
I agree. And we are going to pay a lot in the future for having proper housing and analog instruments claiming that its "premium". So yes, we are going backwards eventually to pay later.@@vipeout4315
Anyone that think the old X2 looks better than the new one belongs in the psych hospital. You can't tell whether the old X2 is hatchback or not. 2024 X4 is miles better looking
Bmw finally made the x2 look like an suv and not a hatchback the old x2 is just a jacked up latest 1 series. suv coupes have their people which is why the x4 and x6 have been in their range for so long. the X2 looks great and making it into a normal suv wont make any sense with the X1 , X3 and X5 already existing
Everyone condemns all the new BMW designs, myself included, and for good reason since in the photos or videos they don't look great at all, but when you start seeing them in real life that starts to change quickly. After seeing the new X1 M-sport and the 3 series M-sport with my own two eyes, my views have changed, they look amazing, incredibly modern and unique. As always, change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous at the end. Can't wait to see what they will come up with next.
@@G87isgoneEven if I try to digest the design the rear end is simply messed up, the taillights are ripoff Mazda CX-50 and the lines do not join at the sides of the bumper giving it the dimensions of a soap. It pains me to see my favourite brand from childhood going downhill in terms of design.
The main problem for me of the new x2 is the rear light design, looks too much like a mazda or vw. Simply removing the paint colour between the lights and joining them together gives them more of a straight look matching the rear body lines and bumper.
I know they were trying to match the front light design, and they would've succeeded if they removed the unnecessary dip and made it straight, idk wtf they're thinking
They made the rear lights ugly by design, so they can redesign them for the facelift model 2026/2027! That’s a standard procedure. They design the car, then go on and make some parts ugly so they can fix them later on.
I think BMW having all cars looking very different from each other is a good thing because my complaint with newer Mercedes and Audis that they all look like Russian doll versions of other cars in their lineups
I actually Love it. It's definitely an improvement from the previous Generation IMO. The Tail Lights are definitely different- but overall I think BMW did a Nice job!
@sonubinay you act like you can afford 10 year old model. All people hating drive a opel corsa and havent even considered buying a x2. Let them experiment, you do not have to own it
During my childhood I was in love with BMWs, especially the 3 Series: E21, E30, E36, E46… and the coupé variants! Such great sporty, good looking cars with an interior so well made too! And that superb double kidney grid. Premium feeling with class, plus great engines. What more could you ask for? I got the chance that my father had a few. I was dreaming to buy one for myself too in the future. Then the years went by and since I became an adult, and can finally afford one, each new model is more horrendous than the previous one it replaces. WTH indeed :(
I might be in minority but I love new X2. Previous X2 was such a bland and unnoticeable car. New one has personality and will turn heads and I think that’s what they were going with.
Shock factor. It looks different alright, but that's it. Not a pleasing design it's just purely jarring in a way that is meant to draw attention. Bad press is better than no press seems to be the philosopjy
The problem with these designs is that people are still buy them and by people I mean the Chinese. Over 1.8 million car sales there in the last 3 years so can't blame BMW for skewing their car design to what their biggest market want.
I like how the tremendously horrible huge square in the middle of the front grill is hidden through obfuscation in the promotional video. Like, they aren't proud of their designs either, but in interviews and conferences they pretend they are, and that's revolutionary design.
Just bought a 2022 M240I which is an incredible all round car however as mentioned very few bottoms which drives me crazy at the moment, case in point yesterday it was very humid so just wanted to turn the AC on -where the hell is the AC button? It’s in a AC menu ? Cannot believe all manufacturers while driving think this is a good idea. Also has this ridiculously dangerous proximity sensors which if changing lane or similar vibrate the steering wheel which feels dangerous at best - seems to turn on after car is turned off automatically. Hoping to get all these coded out as otherwise stunning car
I get the feeling that's the point. Car makers are in a transition right now, so I suspect rather than trying to predict the future of EV car design, they're just dumping anything one the market just to stay in the running.
Why over? I think it looks great. The only potential issue could be that it appears quite different from older BMW models. When you ask people who aren't particularly car enthusiasts about the new BMW design, they almost always say, 'Wow, it looks awesome.' This also proves their sales data; they are generating more revenue than ever before and attracting customers who previously didn't favor BMW. They may lose a few existing fans, but believe me, once you're a BMW enthusiast, you tend to stick with BMW, regardless of the design."
What is going on with BMW…. Too many models and clearly no time left to spend on decent design. The 3 and 5 series are the only 2 models that have some remnants of BMW design. Lazy design in all these confused models being offered. I just bought a new Range Rover Sport and the design detailing is gorgeous with strong historical design cues. BMw…. Sack your design team…. It’s embarrassing that a new company like Kia are way ahead in their design and execution
@@helmetcultureIt's their upcoming design language. It's super simplistic. Check out the i Vision Dee- and the Neue Klasse-concept to see a preview of what they will look like.
You're crazy man, the old X2 looks like a cheap hatchback from the 2000s, the new ix2 is visually modern, aggressive and with totally harmonious design elements, the only design flaw is that I believe it could be a few inches bigger. The criticisms of this car say more about the critic than the car's design.
Hold up my friend…. The x2/6 all get a more angular hexagonal kidney grill, where as the x1/3/5/7 are more rectangular. Also x2/6 have m sport standard
BMW is so hit or miss with their designs. The Z4 and 8 series are gorgeous but then they make vehicles like this and the IX, which are ridiculously over styled.
Looks much better in my opinion, the previous one looked dated when it released, looked like it could came out 5 - 10 years earlier. Glad they are trying to and are not stuck in the past like Audi. The latest A3 doesn't look as refined as its predecessor but also lacks much evolution.
As an owner of a 2019 BMW X2 M35i, I would not ever consider upgrading to the new model. BMW took a year to design this monstrosity. Some people may not like the original X2, but guess what, at least it was original and had its own personality. Great video @Bemli
Emotional and sensual car design you refer to exists only in memory of a certain generations. For younger generations E39 is no different from DX corolla or Nissan Sunny -- just old. No ordinary car like this is designed for car enthusiasts. They are made to connect to new and next generation. Esthetics on the details are aquired taste but two most compelling visual aspects in car design are stance and presence. Those are the two things you judge first time you see a new car. So I think we should see it live first.
This handwringing about cars taking on a more "geometric industrial design look" is ridiculous. It's like complaining that car design died when Giorgietto Giugiaro introduced origami styling via the VW Golf back in the 70's because "cars are no longer sensous like the E-Type". 🙄
This thing is so bad that I’m convinced BMW has been trolling us the last few years with an inside joke about how ppl will still stupidly buy their products no matter how ugly they make them
I have just ordered the ix2 and to be honest in my opinion it is best looking electric vehicle on the market today, a refreshing change from what is currently on offer, including the BMW models.
All modern BMWs are terribly designed. Since Adrian van Hooydonck seems to be no longer the Head of Design, all the new BMW cars are looking like crash cars after an accident. Folded metal with absolutely no taste, no intention and no purpose. Just to separate the four sides and giving the surface some structure. I have had 5 BMWs in the past but since late 2018, i'm a Maserati-guy. I had a discussion with Frank Stephenson about this we agreed to each other about it.
I agree completely, and although I'm often not the biggest fan of coupe SUVs, I think the proportions on this X2 are actually brilliant - much better than many other brand counterparts. I sincerely don't understand the praise for the previous model, it just looks sloppy, heavy and ugly to me. The new model having sharper edges doesn't make it any lesser of a design for me, although some choices like the radar sensor in the grille are downright moronic
SUV Coupes are a visual crime. They so easily look like someone just jacked up the rear of a normal Coupe and then welded the springs in place. Especially when the side lines flow upwards like here. In regards to sensor units: Mercedes places them in the grill too. Not really much choice but doing black in black to hide them a little bit. They need to be in certain positions to do their job. But yes, they look ugly.
Bembli, if we analyze the proportions and shoulder lines from the X2, is it an Urus wannabe, with a copy/paste rear lights? All I see is a lack design cohesion and more of a: ‘what if?’ But trying too hard, maybe 2025 can bring a new chief designer with new design language that’s very much needed, I’ll say it again, they urgently need a Bangle 2.0 era, but not Bangle himself, someone with a way different feel/vision
The front ist really beautifull. I hated the circular fog light in the previous models. It looked like a foreign body in this design. The side view ist realy nice too, i like the suv coupe formfaktor. But the rear end design is out of the question. There i`m with you. The diffusor is to massiv like a bubble , the massiv vertical area with the logo - no dynamic, it looks like the BMW E83 and the spoiler looks like it was glued on later.
I can't find a single angle which I can tolerate the looks of this car.. it's absolutely horrible from every angle 😭😞.. I like BMW.. it's so sad😢 I can't understand why they're annoying us like this.. it's so disrespectful.
The giant black square sensor glued on the center of the grille is just absurd. It’s mind boggling to me that BMW couldn’t figure out any sort of better solution to this front sensor placement. The fact that it’s also present on the new disgraceful 5 series just shows how little they give a crap.
I am so amazed that the Beemers are so scared of new designs… life is about embracing change and this is a very good change for BMW. I love the new large grills and sculpted exterior. Hyundai and Audi have been way ahead of BMW. They are finally catching up. The new X2 M35i is their best new design
I actually like this car.Unfortunately I can not afford it.I really can’t understand why there are people who don’t like it.The rear end has to do with aerodynamics also.People who criticise like this can’t enjoy the life!
@@amirnaim3675 Yeah, you see it on the 911 for example ❣️ If you have an icon, it's better to change only little things. And I think a brand need a identity. That all models are different is showing no identity ❕😅
Just an opinion, I disagree with nearly every point you made. The old 2 looked like every other suv out there - Mazda and Hyundai come immediately to mind. This new iteration is stunning and I cant wait to check it out in person.
As a owner of an X1 M style, 2012, I wont change for a while :))) maybe with an X5 2016/2019 ...they messed up with the cluster/dashboard. Nowadays, they put a tablet all over the place an named it a car...it is not, its a damn computer that takes away your pleasure to drive. I was thinkin that the reason is why they do all this high tech updates on cars is that you will have to a pay a monthly subscription to them to have option, vented/heated seats, ac and so on..maybe I am being wrong but...
Golden era is over, and now we have the diamond era of Artdeco design from BMW. I’ll take this over previous X2, which only looks good in M Sport trim.
I’d say the design matches what manufacturers are selling their cars as. Disposable items. White goods. There’s literally nothing that differentiates this from a washing machine, except that the latter will last longer.
To be honest BMW is leading the way when it comes to design remember the ×6 design came with a BMW and the other manufacturers couldn't wait for 5 years to have they're own..
I am not so pessimistic. I think the front and side profile look modern, and emotional wise at least on par with the previous X2. The only thing I think is questionable is the rear. In my opinion the rear designs of BMW's belong to the best in the industry. However with this X2 and the M2 BMW I think BMW could have done a better job.
Cant even tell you how baffled I was when i saw the rear end. Looks like a buick lmao
Well that's a compliment to Buick if I've ever heard one. I'm guessing you're comparing it to the new envista
rear reminds me mazda 3 latest version… but mazda is better design and design language in general
Only reminds you, only the 2 taillights super quality cost more than this thing you fantasize LoL
I thought it was a Mazda. Lol.
Saw an Envista and it looked great! Prettier than the X2. I've always liked the Crosstrek. X2 is an upscaled Crosstrek that got gene spliced with a pitbull. It's quirky looking, but I like it.
You guys remember what the X2 looked like before this. I would call this an upgrade
they failed upwards lmfaooo
The old one looks much better this one looks rank at the back like the gran turismo.
In the past BMW design was all about dynamic proportions and they stayed true to that principle in some models up until the F22 coupé, but now all we are left with are aggressive scoops, creases and slanted headlights. What does van Hooydonk think when he sees an E9/E30/E34/E38 and so many other icons?
The old BMWs you could buy didn’t even look like what Hoffmeister and Co envisioned, but they were restrained by the manufacturing process. If you read some articles about the design process you would know that many „iconic design elements“ are actually caused by old manufacturing techniques that didn’t allow the shapes intended by the designer
@@beautyisontheinside Yet still, as I said I don´t appreciate the emphasis on single design elements. The proportions are what matter to me. That´s why SUVs always fall short when it comes to asthetics. They look bulky and heavy while sedans or coupés with RWD-biased proportions always appear like they are moving even when standing still.
@@klausm5460 Why are you talking about SUVs and Coupes? Those are different vehicle classes which appeal to different customers. That’s not even the topic of the video
@@beautyisontheinside because regardless of the body style, BMW’s current design language has some hideous design choices and polarizing features that disregard what people have always loved about them
Naw, bro can't hate on the F22 2 Series, especially the M2.
I actually quite like this, it looks much better than the previous X2, this is an upgrade
Couldn't agree more with everything you said. And I do work for BMW. I really do hope that we will one day return to the automotive design peak that we had in the late 90s and early 2000s.
Not a chance. Don't you see what the future is?! That neue klasse concept shows it's going even deeper in this crap "style".
@@tommyb6611 Yes, I do see it and I obviously know about the Neue Klasse concept. And I don't like it. It's going to get even worse, looking even more like consumer electronics, hammering in this cold product design philosophy. I just hope that one day the trend of big screens and minimalistic interiors / exteriors dies. It's not going to happen in the next few years, or even the next decade, probably - I know that. But still. Any trend dies someday. Just a matter of time.
I agree. And we are going to pay a lot in the future for having proper housing and analog instruments claiming that its "premium". So yes, we are going backwards eventually to pay later.@@vipeout4315
Anyone that think the old X2 looks better than the new one belongs in the psych hospital. You can't tell whether the old X2 is hatchback or not. 2024 X4 is miles better looking
@@magooccnacap
Bmw finally made the x2 look like an suv and not a hatchback the old x2 is just a jacked up latest 1 series. suv coupes have their people which is why the x4 and x6 have been in their range for so long. the X2 looks great and making it into a normal suv wont make any sense with the X1 , X3 and X5 already existing
I love the SAV Coupe concept… it’s an SUV that looks like a sports car
Everyone condemns all the new BMW designs, myself included, and for good reason since in the photos or videos they don't look great at all, but when you start seeing them in real life that starts to change quickly. After seeing the new X1 M-sport and the 3 series M-sport with my own two eyes, my views have changed, they look amazing, incredibly modern and unique. As always, change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous at the end. Can't wait to see what they will come up with next.
I was in disbelief, and yet they nuked another model what a shame.
Imma be honest the last x2 was an eyesore.
@@G87isgoneEven if I try to digest the design the rear end is simply messed up, the taillights are ripoff Mazda CX-50 and the lines do not join at the sides of the bumper giving it the dimensions of a soap. It pains me to see my favourite brand from childhood going downhill in terms of design.
I personally like this new look. Never cared for the previous generation X2.
This new X2 is way better looking and much more in line with the x4 x6 series suv.
The main problem for me of the new x2 is the rear light design, looks too much like a mazda or vw. Simply removing the paint colour between the lights and joining them together gives them more of a straight look matching the rear body lines and bumper.
I know they were trying to match the front light design, and they would've succeeded if they removed the unnecessary dip and made it straight, idk wtf they're thinking
They made the rear lights ugly by design, so they can redesign them for the facelift model 2026/2027! That’s a standard procedure. They design the car, then go on and make some parts ugly so they can fix them later on.
It’s called OLED
I think BMW having all cars looking very different from each other is a good thing because my complaint with newer Mercedes and Audis that they all look like Russian doll versions of other cars in their lineups
Bmw don’t have many lineups compares to Mercedes
I actually Love it. It's definitely an improvement from the previous Generation IMO. The Tail Lights are definitely different- but overall I think BMW did a Nice job!
The first time X2 actually looks at least decent. For me, it looks awesome. It's an X2, people act like htis is supposed to look like X5 or 7
Agreed. This X2 is actually nicer than it's previous rendition
@sonubinay you act like you can afford 10 year old model. All people hating drive a opel corsa and havent even considered buying a x2. Let them experiment, you do not have to own it
Who is designing BMW's now? They're trying to be edgy in a very distastful way.
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During my childhood I was in love with BMWs, especially the 3 Series: E21, E30, E36, E46… and the coupé variants! Such great sporty, good looking cars with an interior so well made too! And that superb double kidney grid. Premium feeling with class, plus great engines. What more could you ask for? I got the chance that my father had a few. I was dreaming to buy one for myself too in the future. Then the years went by and since I became an adult, and can finally afford one, each new model is more horrendous than the previous one it replaces. WTH indeed :(
I might be in minority but I love new X2. Previous X2 was such a bland and unnoticeable car. New one has personality and will turn heads and I think that’s what they were going with.
Shock factor. It looks different alright, but that's it. Not a pleasing design it's just purely jarring in a way that is meant to draw attention. Bad press is better than no press seems to be the philosopjy
@@jarkeydude111 x2 looks like mini x6
so it looks much powerful design,
if i cant buy x6 i would like to buy x2m35i
not x4
You are wrong. Looks better than ix1. Lol. Facepalm.
Much better looking exterior and interior design than the previous gen, amazed that most of you prefer the older one
The new only is absolutely beautiful. I like it a lot in comparison with previous model. There are as many opinions as there are people
The problem with these designs is that people are still buy them and by people I mean the Chinese. Over 1.8 million car sales there in the last 3 years so can't blame BMW for skewing their car design to what their biggest market want.
and100% of those people dont know the cars (Chinese) are clones neat copied existing models lol
The x1 looked muscular and confident, this x2 looks like the lanky brother trying to impress and failing.
I like how the tremendously horrible huge square in the middle of the front grill is hidden through obfuscation in the promotional video. Like, they aren't proud of their designs either, but in interviews and conferences they pretend they are, and that's revolutionary design.
People will start loving the new modern BMWs once we reach 2050
It looks like photoshop gone wrong.
Guys I think there might be something wrong with me! I think the rear end looks good….. Should I seek help?
Nope, It's called having an opinion .
If the previous X2 i
was "beautiful" then the 2024 X2 is gorgeous!
BMW and their goofy ass designs
Just bought a 2022 M240I which is an incredible all round car however as mentioned very few bottoms which drives me crazy at the moment, case in point yesterday it was very humid so just wanted to turn the AC on -where the hell is the AC button? It’s in a AC menu ? Cannot believe all manufacturers while driving think this is a good idea. Also has this ridiculously dangerous proximity sensors which if changing lane or similar vibrate the steering wheel which feels dangerous at best - seems to turn on after car is turned off automatically. Hoping to get all these coded out as otherwise stunning car
Modern BMW design language won’t age well.
I get the feeling that's the point. Car makers are in a transition right now, so I suspect rather than trying to predict the future of EV car design, they're just dumping anything one the market just to stay in the running.
Everything is turning corporate. Lifeless, sectioned, repeatable, cold, static. It sucks.
bmw design has gone to shit, im so disappointed...
Still the sales are through the roof, much higher than before. Whatever they’re doing, a lot of buyers like it.
Not really X1 and X2 sell very few units compared to X3 and X5
@@Jeez001 x3 and x5 is better volume model
than benz, audi, volkswagen Suvs
X1, x2 is not really,,6
Nice critic! been waiting for your video since yesterday!
WTF? The new X2 M35i is looking great, much better than the old X2, progressive design
I love the "what a time to be alive" which means "wtf is happening"
Why over? I think it looks great. The only potential issue could be that it appears quite different from older BMW models. When you ask people who aren't particularly car enthusiasts about the new BMW design, they almost always say, 'Wow, it looks awesome.' This also proves their sales data; they are generating more revenue than ever before and attracting customers who previously didn't favor BMW. They may lose a few existing fans, but believe me, once you're a BMW enthusiast, you tend to stick with BMW, regardless of the design."
It looks like shit
… obviously Customers who bought an Mitsubishi Eclipse cross before … 🙄 🤦🏽♂️
What is going on with BMW…. Too many models and clearly no time left to spend on decent design. The 3 and 5 series are the only 2 models that have some remnants of BMW design. Lazy design in all these confused models being offered. I just bought a new Range Rover Sport and the design detailing is gorgeous with strong historical design cues. BMw…. Sack your design team…. It’s embarrassing that a new company like Kia are way ahead in their design and execution
I like it because I like any car design
It's certainly an improvement over the previous X2
@@theemotionalremix kk
The previous X2 came as AWD or FWD. The one you have in the photos is an M35i so its an AWD. Same goes for this X2 it will be AWD or FWD.
I think this may be the end for bad BMW design actually. This is one of their last cars before the whole Neue Klasse ethos takes over.
What's that?
@@helmetcultureIt's their upcoming design language. It's super simplistic. Check out the i Vision Dee- and the Neue Klasse-concept to see a preview of what they will look like.
That shit is even worse bro
@@helmetculture their latest concept car.
You're crazy man, the old X2 looks like a cheap hatchback from the 2000s, the new ix2 is visually modern, aggressive and with totally harmonious design elements, the only design flaw is that I believe it could be a few inches bigger. The criticisms of this car say more about the critic than the car's design.
Hold up my friend…. The x2/6 all get a more angular hexagonal kidney grill, where as the x1/3/5/7 are more rectangular. Also x2/6 have m sport standard
Im convinced someone is trying to ruin bmw from within. These designs are not only ridiculous but baffling
The new bmw cars looks so modern and cool Love them
Instantly the Pontiac Aztek came in my mind 🙈
BMW is so hit or miss with their designs. The Z4 and 8 series are gorgeous but then they make vehicles like this and the IX, which are ridiculously over styled.
Looks much better in my opinion, the previous one looked dated when it released, looked like it could came out 5 - 10 years earlier. Glad they are trying to and are not stuck in the past like Audi. The latest A3 doesn't look as refined as its predecessor but also lacks much evolution.
As an owner of a 2019 BMW X2 M35i, I would not ever consider upgrading to the new model. BMW took a year to design this monstrosity. Some people may not like the original X2, but guess what, at least it was original and had its own personality. Great video @Bemli
Emotional and sensual car design you refer to exists only in memory of a certain generations. For younger generations E39 is no different from DX corolla or Nissan Sunny -- just old. No ordinary car like this is designed for car enthusiasts. They are made to connect to new and next generation. Esthetics on the details are aquired taste but two most compelling visual aspects in car design are stance and presence. Those are the two things you judge first time you see a new car. So I think we should see it live first.
The bimmer no one asked to come back
This handwringing about cars taking on a more "geometric industrial design look" is ridiculous. It's like complaining that car design died when Giorgietto Giugiaro introduced origami styling via the VW Golf back in the 70's because "cars are no longer sensous like the E-Type".
🙄
And you still didnt talk about the BMW Concept Touring Coupe...
This thing is so bad that I’m convinced BMW has been trolling us the last few years with an inside joke about how ppl will still stupidly buy their products no matter how ugly they make them
What was your first clue? That's exactly what they're doing. But they're not alone.
You're always complaining, let's see you design a car from scratch
The new X2 is Best Design ever ;)
i think that the older bmw looked better ...more elegant...but this x2 look good in my opinion. And I like mostly suv coupes more than the normal one.
I have just ordered the ix2 and to be honest in my opinion it is best looking electric vehicle on the market today, a refreshing change from what is currently on offer, including the BMW models.
the design looks extremly nice to me the rear however doesnt look anything like a bmw but i still love it
All modern BMWs are terribly designed. Since Adrian van Hooydonck seems to be no longer the Head of Design, all the new BMW cars are looking like crash cars after an accident. Folded metal with absolutely no taste, no intention and no purpose. Just to separate the four sides and giving the surface some structure. I have had 5 BMWs in the past but since late 2018, i'm a Maserati-guy. I had a discussion with Frank Stephenson about this we agreed to each other about it.
To be honest I think BMWs in the 2016-18 period looks exactly good, some straight lines and some rounded, just perfect
I think it looks way better than the older X2. The older one was looking super old
I agree completely, and although I'm often not the biggest fan of coupe SUVs, I think the proportions on this X2 are actually brilliant - much better than many other brand counterparts. I sincerely don't understand the praise for the previous model, it just looks sloppy, heavy and ugly to me. The new model having sharper edges doesn't make it any lesser of a design for me, although some choices like the radar sensor in the grille are downright moronic
SUV Coupes are a visual crime. They so easily look like someone just jacked up the rear of a normal Coupe and then welded the springs in place. Especially when the side lines flow upwards like here.
In regards to sensor units: Mercedes places them in the grill too. Not really much choice but doing black in black to hide them a little bit. They need to be in certain positions to do their job. But yes, they look ugly.
Bembli, if we analyze the proportions and shoulder lines from the X2, is it an Urus wannabe, with a copy/paste rear lights? All I see is a lack design cohesion and more of a: ‘what if?’ But trying too hard, maybe 2025 can bring a new chief designer with new design language that’s very much needed, I’ll say it again, they urgently need a Bangle 2.0 era, but not Bangle himself, someone with a way different feel/vision
It looks like someone's bad joke, but BMW was real about it, again. And the worst thing is that people will but this shit because of the badge only.
560L trunk is nuts though! That’s is 5 series touring trunk size!! 😅
BMW E89. Best looking even with top up and down. Bring back that designer.
i think the new design looks nice
Audi Q3 Sportback all day over this. At least it makes my old beamer look much better.
I love the circular fog light on the last generation of BMW SUVs ! It made a fun signature !
The new one is... a new BMW, nothing to add...
Lucky for BMW shareholders BMW is not listening to this :) The will sell more cars than ever with their current philosophy.
The front ist really beautifull. I hated the circular fog light in the previous models. It looked like a foreign body in this design. The side view ist realy nice too, i like the suv coupe formfaktor. But the rear end design is out of the question. There i`m with you. The diffusor is to massiv like a bubble , the massiv vertical area with the logo - no dynamic, it looks like the BMW E83 and the spoiler looks like it was glued on later.
The front grill became a Skoda 😂😂😂
I can't find a single angle which I can tolerate the looks of this car.. it's absolutely horrible from every angle 😭😞.. I like BMW.. it's so sad😢
I can't understand why they're annoying us like this.. it's so disrespectful.
Does look better than the predecessor imo though I would always take G42 230i RWD
The giant black square sensor glued on the center of the grille is just absurd. It’s mind boggling to me that BMW couldn’t figure out any sort of better solution to this front sensor placement. The fact that it’s also present on the new disgraceful 5 series just shows how little they give a crap.
The new BMW lineup isn’t going to age as well as the early 2000s lineup for sure.
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I am so amazed that the Beemers are so scared of new designs… life is about embracing change and this is a very good change for BMW.
I love the new large grills and sculpted exterior. Hyundai and Audi have been way ahead of BMW.
They are finally catching up. The new X2 M35i is their best new design
The 2024 BMW X2, a car catering the taste of Chinese customers 🤓
I actually like this car.Unfortunately I can not afford it.I really can’t understand why there are people who don’t like it.The rear end has to do with aerodynamics also.People who criticise like this can’t enjoy the life!
I'm totally agree ❣️👌🏼
It's so sad what's going on with the German car manufacturers, except Porsche ❕
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Sometimes, not dramatically changing design language could be a good thing
@@amirnaim3675 Yeah, you see it on the 911 for example ❣️
If you have an icon, it's better to change only little things.
And I think a brand need a identity.
That all models are different is showing no identity ❕😅
Lower proportion of the rear looks like it would be a good pickup truck design
The rear tail light shape is a miss. I think they should smooth it out and have the crooked lines hide inside the light cover.
Soooo... yet another design language in BMW???... Yeah, they are completely lost.
Just an opinion, I disagree with nearly every point you made. The old 2 looked like every other suv out there - Mazda and Hyundai come immediately to mind. This new iteration is stunning and I cant wait to check it out in person.
I totally disagree , it is for me the first coupe suv that really looks like à berline better than thé others and u have to see it in the réal life
Also I love that design of u12! Best of all new models (g60 5 series I like less, u11 also looks more simpler)
Am a BMW die hard fan but I must confess the previous X2 like the 2series Gran coupe are hideous! imo.the 2024 X2/iX2 am Loving!.
Could be from any carbrand, looks boring. Miss the old BMW design from the F Serie
This bmw designer guy. Vertical grill was just a start to ruin my once favorite German automaker. This is madness. Absolute madness
As a owner of an X1 M style, 2012, I wont change for a while :))) maybe with an X5 2016/2019 ...they messed up with the cluster/dashboard. Nowadays, they put a tablet all over the place an named it a car...it is not, its a damn computer that takes away your pleasure to drive. I was thinkin that the reason is why they do all this high tech updates on cars is that you will have to a pay a monthly subscription to them to have option, vented/heated seats, ac and so on..maybe I am being wrong but...
Golden era is over, and now we have the diamond era of Artdeco design from BMW. I’ll take this over previous X2, which only looks good in M Sport trim.
I’d say the design matches what manufacturers are selling their cars as. Disposable items. White goods. There’s literally nothing that differentiates this from a washing machine, except that the latter will last longer.
Fire the BMW Design team and the executives that approved them.
Even the new Buick Envista and Chevy Trax have a better looking 'Coupe' design. The only down side is their power and interior feel.
I was so looking forward to your review of the new x2 😂 i really like the new x5, i don’t get bmw design anymore
To be honest BMW is leading the way when it comes to design remember the ×6 design came with a BMW and the other manufacturers couldn't wait for 5 years to have they're own..
Rear quarter view reminds me of the pontiac aztec
I don’t hate it honestly
As much as I like apple, this is their fault. Their industrial design changed the computer industry and now everybody wants it in their cars.
What kind of gasoline does this take? Is it only premium?
I am not so pessimistic. I think the front and side profile look modern, and emotional wise at least on par with the previous X2. The only thing I think is questionable is the rear. In my opinion the rear designs of BMW's belong to the best in the industry. However with this X2 and the M2 BMW I think BMW could have done a better job.
How will this fit when Neue Klasse design gets spread out?