2027 BMW X2 PERFORMANCE AND POWERTRAIN: xDRIVE28i AND M35i SPECS EXPLAINED.

BMW X2 M35i produces 312 hp and reaches 60 mph in 5.2 seconds, based on BMW AG preliminary test results, backed by a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. Both X2 models pair a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with standard xDrive all-wheel drive. The xDrive28i uses a BMW TwinPower Turbo engine, while the M35i features a BMW M TwinPower Turbo engine. This page covers every powertrain detail across both trims, with current inventory available in Glendale.

POWERTRAIN OVERVIEW: TWO OUTPUTS, ONE PLATFORM.

BMW X2 is built around a single platform that serves two distinct performance profiles. BMW X2 xDrive28i uses a 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline four-cylinder engine, while BMW X2 M35i features a 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline four-cylinder. Both models include a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and standard xDrive all-wheel drive. The difference between the two trims is not just power output. The M35i carries BMW M-tuned components that rework how that power is delivered, managed, and felt through every corner.

The xDrive28i produces 241 hp at 4,500-6,500 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 1,500-4,000 rpm. That wide torque band means strong response well before the engine reaches peak power, which matters most during everyday driving in Mequon traffic, on the interstate through Germantown, or accelerating onto I-43 from the North Shore.

The M35i steps output to 312 hp at 5,750-6,500 rpm, with the same 295 lb-ft of torque arriving between 2,000 and 4,500 rpm. The result is a vehicle that covers the 0-60 mph run in 5.2 seconds according to BMW AG preliminary test results.

2027 BMW X2 full specs and trims

HOW IT WORKS: BMW TWINPOWER TURBO AND DUAL-CLUTCH DELIVERY.

The BMW TwinPower Turbo designation refers to a specific combination of technologies. A single twin-scroll turbocharger pairs with high-precision direct fuel injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control, and Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing to reduce lag, improve efficiency, and broaden the usable power range. What that means in practice is a powertrain that responds cleanly at partial throttle in Cedarburg stop-and-go driving and still pulls hard when you need full output on a highway on-ramp near Grafton or Port Washington.

The 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission manages gear changes without the torque interruption that a traditional automatic produces. A dual-clutch unit pre-selects the next gear while the current one is engaged, so transitions are fast and linear. Combined with the low torque threshold of the TwinPower Turbo engine, this transmission keeps BMW X2 in its power band without the driver needing to manage it manually.

BMW xDrive continuously monitors driving conditions and distributes torque between the front and rear axles as needed. The system works with vehicle stability controls to adjust power distribution based on available traction, steering inputs, acceleration, and road conditions. In Wisconsin winters this matters. Shoppers in Menomonee Falls, Brown Deer, and Whitefish Bay benefit from a system that works proactively rather than reactively.

The xDrive28i’s curb weight is 3,803 lbs on a 106-inch wheelbase. The M35i adds 37 lbs, bringing curb weight to 3,840 lbs, with a slightly longer body at 179.8 inches versus 179.3 inches for the xDrive28i.

ACROSS THE MODELS: WHAT EACH POWERTRAIN DELIVERS.

BMW X2 xDrive28i

The xDrive28i is the standard entry point and it is not underpowered. At 241 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, it covers 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds (BMW AG preliminary test results). EPA fuel economy is rated at 24 city / 34 hwy / 28 combined, which is a meaningful return on premium gasoline for a vehicle in this segment and size class. The xDrive28i rides on the same 106-inch wheelbase, carries the same dual-clutch transmission, and benefits from full xDrive all-wheel drive. No powertrain feature is shared with a lesser drivetrain variant because there is no lesser drivetrain variant. xDrive is standard across the entire BMW X2 lineup.

BMW X2 M35i

BMW X2 M35i is a BMW M Performance model with M-specific engine, chassis, suspension, and braking technologies. Output climbs to 312 hp, the 0-60 mph time drops to 5.2 seconds, and both models have an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph in their standard configurations. Beyond the output figures, BMW M Performance engineers rework suspension tuning, braking calibration, and driving dynamics to match the higher output. Shoppers visiting BMW of Milwaukee North in Glendale who want the most focused performance version of BMW X2 will find the M35i is a meaningfully different vehicle to drive, not just a faster one on paper.

BMW M Performance vehicles explained

REAL-WORLD BENEFIT: WHAT THIS POWERTRAIN DOES FOR THE OWNER.

The wide torque range of the BMW TwinPower Turbo engine is the detail that shapes daily driving most directly. Torque arrives as low as 1,500 rpm in the xDrive28i, which eliminates the flat response period that naturally aspirated engines produce before power builds. For drivers commuting through Shorewood, Fox Point, or along Wisconsin’s North Shore roads, that low-end response translates to confident merging, easy passing, and a consistent feel whether the engine is cold or at operating temperature.

The xDrive system adds a practical winter benefit that matters more in the Milwaukee area than in warmer markets. Drivers in Ozaukee County and Washington County who regularly deal with icy or snow-covered roads will find that BMW’s AWD calibration is proactive. It moves torque before traction is lost, not after.

The 7-speed dual-clutch transmission supports this by selecting gears that keep the engine in its strongest torque range. On sustained highway segments such as I-43 north toward Grafton or Highway 32 along the lakefront, the transmission settles into a tall overdrive ratio that contributes to the 34 mpg highway rating while keeping the engine responsive when the driver calls for it.

The power liftgate, 25.3 cu ft of cargo space behind the second row, and 51.7 cu ft maximum cargo capacity are worth noting here because they are framed by the same powertrain. BMW X2 is not a performance-only vehicle that trades utility for output. The 8.1-inch ground clearance and all-wheel drive make it capable in conditions beyond the interstate, while the cargo numbers support a full weekend load from a Cedarburg shopping trip or outdoor gear for a day at the lake.

2027 BMW X2 cargo and dimensions

HOW IT COMPARES: CONTEXT AGAINST CLASS RIVALS.

BMW X2 competes in the compact performance SUV segment against vehicles such as the Audi Q3, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and Volvo XC40. Without relying on competitor figures not provided here, the relevant comparison points are structural.

BMW X2 makes xDrive all-wheel drive standard on every trim, rather than reserving it for upper configurations. The dual-clutch transmission is not a feature tied to the M35i alone; both trims use the same seven-speed unit. The BMW TwinPower Turbo architecture, with its twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection combination, is designed to meet performance targets without sacrificing EPA ratings.

For shoppers in Germantown, Menomonee Falls, or any of the North Shore communities weighing a compact performance SUV, the distinction between standard AWD and optioned AWD matters during Wisconsin winters. BMW X2 removes that decision entirely. Shoppers across the Milwaukee North Shore, Ozaukee County, and Washington County have a resource that understands the vehicles they sell.

GET BEHIND THE WHEEL OF BMW X2 IN GLENDALE.

Both BMW X2 trims are available to test at BMW of Milwaukee North in Glendale. The xDrive28i delivers 241 hp and standard xDrive AWD with strong EPA ratings. The M35i brings 312 hp and BMW M Performance tuning for drivers who want the most performance-focused version of the vehicle. Contact the dealership to confirm current and incoming inventory for the trim and color you want.