The Peterborough Examiner

BMW X2 gets touch of M Power

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BMW has announced the newest member of the X2 Sports Activity Coupe family, the 2019 X2 M35i.

The new 2019 BMW X2 M35i featuring a 302 hp 2.0-litre TwinPower turbocharg­ed engine sets a new benchmark in four-cylinder power and torque delivery for the BMW brand.

To ensure that this power is securely transferre­d to the tarmac, the 2019 BMW X2 M35i comes standard with xDrive intelligen­t all-wheel drive technology in conjunctio­n with the eight-speed sport automatic transmissi­on including

Launch Control.

For the first time ever, a front axle BMW M Sport Differenti­al makes its appearance and features Torsen-based limited slip capabiliti­es with up to a 39 per cent lockup. The new M Sport differenti­al is integrated into the eight-speed automatic transmissi­on which itself features steering wheel shift paddles, M Performanc­e specific tuning, additional transmissi­on cooling and updated gear ratios. The BMW X2 M35i is capable of accelerati­ng from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds.

A special technical highlight – and also a premiere for an M Performanc­e automobile – is the M Sport Differenti­al installed in the front axle.

During highly dynamic driving maneuvers, this locking differenti­al effectivel­y reduces possible traction losses on the front wheels. In addition, the braking system has been upgraded for use on the X2 M35i.

The M Sport braking system with fixed front axle and floating rear axle calipers in Dark Blue M metallic guarantees consistent­ly short braking distances even under the highest loads.

The X2 M35i comes standard with the M Sport suspension with stiffer spring and damper rates as well as a 10 mm lower ride height.

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