BMW X2 - M35i - and why BMW got that one right

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Would YOU consider this or is it another boring SUV?

[@thomassen_thomas]

Its a boring SUV

[@AnnaOnRoads]

@@thomassen_thomas Haha, fair enough. I like it though. But which SUV would you go for then Thomas?

[@thomassen_thomas]

@@AnnaOnRoads I would say that the XM Label Red is exciting, but I guess a Range Rover or a GLS/E is more practical... But I have never been a BMW fan.

[@AnnaOnRoads]

@@thomassen_thomas XM is hot, what about Stelvio Quadrifoglio?

[@pauldorset2124]

Poke me with a stick and I’d rather like an Aston Martin DBX 😊

[@markfarrugia644]

I just bought one and replaced an S3 I think it’s great. Downfall sound system not good, steering slightly light in comfort mode, dual clutch a little temperament but standard as all aren’t perfect but rest is very good.

[@ragnarlothbrok2782]

Do you have the harman kardon sound system? To be honest, i have it and i love it.

[@markfarrugia644]

@@ragnarlothbrok2782Yeap

[@BigGyz680]

What a great discovery I made of your Channel Anna,,,! Cannot believe how come algorithm did not make me notice before, i love cars! From Canada I say love your knowledge of the cars reviewed your accent and the pedal to the floor…. 🥰

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Thank you so much and a very warm welcome BigGyz680 ❤️

[@AnthonyKellett]

"I have tried to pull it apart. After all, I am Polish!" 😂 Classic Anna! 🤣 I've got a mental block, as far as BMW is concerned, which goes back to owning one in my early twenties (which is ridiculous, given how long ago that was!). The ride was just too stiff, for how I'd use a saloon; and that's been the case every time I've driven one since. Also, I heard they tried charging a subscription for heated seats, which, irrespective of the affordability, is reason enough to boycott them, for me. I hope they corrected that nonsense?

[@tonyagius1378]

Brilliant review, finally a reviewer not intimidated by using a central screen. Fun review for a car that at its heart is fun. Sexy car.

[@AndrewScullion23]

I like it even though I should not. Unique looks are eye catching. Great Video Anna.

[@sds2954]

First time on this channel and liked the no nonsense review. Good job🎉

[@mervdavis8985]

Great looking car baby x6

[@tepes141]

Lovely review, as always! This model might not be for everyone, but it has a distinctive character, good performances and a reasonable price!

[@eddymauricioachoyhernandez514]

Hello Anna!!! Well, I'm user and fan of Mercedes Benz, but I found an interesting BMW car. The quality inside looks fantastic and I liked you press the dash to see if it moves and nothing happened. Mercedes Benz has an issues with that test. The paint colour has that unit is awesome. Seems to be very stable and nice to drive, the M bage has something to say about it. The boot capacity is great. The only thing that I don't feel close to me is the shape, I'm use to smooth lines and more aerodynamic forms than to a rectangular ones. But in the end is a german car and I didn't come here to doubt about it. Your look to the mirror is... crazy!!! Have an amazing Sunday and see you next time!!! Bye!!!

[@AMCmachine]

Not much to say. Just dropping by to see Anna, brighten my Sunday and say hi before I head out with friends. Have a great week Anna! 😉😊🥰

[@mervdavis8985]

Very good looking car

[@steviec1871]

Recently sold my m235i grand coupe and I would imagine this is the same running gear..love the frozen portimao blue

[@travis79109]

“I like to pull it apart…because I’m Polish after all” 😂 Great “personal sized” vehicle. I must be getting older but the small & mid-sized luxury SUV market is becoming my favorite automotive segment

[@ChazR25]

Not hideous, but it could've been a home run with a bit more work. The rear end was the deal breaker for me when I chose to pass on it. The interior is pretty nice and definitely better than the g45 x3. Nice review as always.

[@melvyncox3361]

Hi Anna! Glad to be back checking out your reviews! Well,not too keen on SUVs,as there are so many,and most are pretty boring.This one has promise though,and sounds and looks good in that lovely blue.Still prefer a saloon,the Audi RS3 being my car of choice right now..These two must be in a similar price range l should think,so l know what l'd have given the choice! Another impeccable review Anna.Thoroughly enjoyed it❤️👍!

[@MeneGR]

It's not ugly, we've seen worse designs from BMW, but it seems unnecessarily huge. I 100% prefer the previous X2.. Thanks for the review!

[@ingvartorma9789]

Hi Anna! Funny that you already come up with something new. Of course, the BMW X2 - M35i is nice, but I, who am Swedish and like station wagons, do not like that it is a hatchback, as the boot space will be smaller, and I think the rear part will be ugly. Then the thing that I have difficulty with, when you were born in the 60s and are used to analog instruments and not this long screen. I have been driving old American cars from the 50's and 60's and loved these dashboards and their shape the different cars had.

[@stevel3788]

I liked the new X2 when it was announced, loved it when i saw it in the dealership. It surely is a lovely coupe SUV that has character and distinguish itself on the road. Lovely presentation Anna !

[@williamconrad1087]

You made me want one.

[@bnastali]

Love ya, but those loud musical interludes have to go or drop in volume, please.

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Thank you! Bill, I will let my editor know

[@lukewalker1051]

It's ok. My counterpoint. It is not attractive...unlike beautiful Anna, its frumpy looking. It doesn't have BMW's best engine which is the turbo I-6 aka B58 M engine. And for those considering a matte paint finish, don't. Any common light scratching can't be polished out. Only recourse if lightly scratched, is to repaint the body panel which is very expensive. Spend a little more if you must have a BMW SUV and buy the X3 M40i. All BMW's depreciate massively, so find one, CPO with low miles at a fraction of MSRP off lease and thank me later.

[@simeonbennettphotography]

Brilliant car review Anna👏🏻smart leather jacket 👍great outfit ❤big fan of your style ❤

[@dimmacommunication]

I prefer the X3, but thumbs up for no EV

[@AnnaOnRoads]

I think so do I, the new one looks sleek!

[@2Bunphettered788]

Someone is putting in overtime! Trying to make up for your hiatus, Anna? 😉👍🏾💯

[@991carreras3]

This might be one of those vehicles that dont show well in a video but looks great in person. I thought the 2024 M2 was ugly in videos and decided to get the M240 but once i saw the M2 in the showroom the M240 was out and the M2 is what sits in my garage right now. Whats ugly to me is that new corvette thats freakin ugly.

[@janwege150277]

300 kucyków, 4x4, ponad 500 litrów bagażnika... 🤔 Jedyne co można byłoby poprawić to zrobić wersję z jedną parą drzwi i przy okazji face-liftingu pozbyć się stylistycznych naleciałości z Renault Thalia i sedana SX4 od Suzuki 😉 Anna, dziękuję Ci za test 🙇 I wręczam piękny bukiecik: 💐 👍

[@dimmacommunication]

A test of the new Cupra VZ5 when it comes out is necessary :)

[@alessandro8359]

BMW: Continuano a diventare più brutti. Per nostra gioia, Anna diventa sempre più carina❤❤

[@seancorker5815]

It’s a decent looking car (infact really nice by modern Beemer standards) apart from the rear though. Does it remind you of a Renault Arkana? I also don’t like the modern trend of just screwing the infotainment/ drivers info to a flat dashboard to save a bit of money. Make an effort and mould it in properly please BMW!

[@pauldorset2124]

Hi Anna, I know you are a big fan of BMW’s but even you can’t persuade me on this X2. I’m sure the drive is great but it’s not much of a looker from any angle and can you really have an SUV coupe? The design team at BMW needs a rethink, I think 🤔 Great review as ever and I love the house 🏠 😊

[@ijoseluis]

What system on earth wouldn't respond instantly to the touch of your finger?

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Oh Jose, have you tried some VW, Peugeots etc

[@ijoseluis]

​@@AnnaOnRoads, I see your point, even if it is hard to believe... 😎

[@AnnaOnRoads]

@@ijoseluis Some cars have such sluggish infotainment system and yes, it is hard to believe

[@normannippy8471]

I'm sorry but hideous does spring to mind. Great review though. Well worth tuning in for.

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Haha, oh Norman, I do always enjoy your commentary!

[@chrisd5610]

It's a mum&dad + 2.5 kids fugly af-mobile. ..and like you said Anna 'plastic fantastic'. Even the higher-end models are a sea of nasty plastics that will go brittle, fade and break under UV after 10 years. Their cars are not made-to-last anymore - that manufacturer ethic was lost a long time ago. BMW, what the hell happened??

[@LLT-214]

I drove one of those suv's with a cheeseplate car wide infotainment system for work primarely during the nights. Whoever thought of this nonsense... Just like led headlights not all trends are progressive and more safe. Cars nowadays are loaded with annoying safety nannys, but a simple thing as having no screen reflection in the side windows is to much to ask. This reflection in side windows often makes thins harder to see, especially during rainy nights. Car is a monstrosity.

[@iainmcglynn833]

Shortly 😎

[@janwege150277]

But juicy! 🙂

[@barriepountney3598]

Not the best looking BMW but a nice spec as per normal for BMW I like the sound of the engine 😊

[@owenmcdonald5922]

It might be a good car, but I can't get past its looks. Presently, there isn't a nice looking BMW.

[@KingdomSilverStar]

Same here, those Chevy break lights and BMW logo and Rav4 body design 😅

[@fadd6895]

3:07 LOL .

[@totoarriba]

I still do not like the look of the BMW i4 and have not seen a BMW X2 (made in Regensburg, Germany) in real life so far. But i kind of like it.

[@user-ys4og2vv8k]

Hm... I don't know, I think it's ugly, it looks like it's made of LEGO bricks.

[@991carreras3]

Lego bricks! What!

[@KingdomSilverStar]

I just saw it and couldn't believe there was a BMW logo at the back. Because the break lights look out of Chevy cars. Soooo ugly 😅 now, BMW takes the cake away from Toyota for ugly car design.

[@991carreras3]

@KingdomSilverStar I was just at hendrick bmw last week to place my december order for my M240 and in the showroom was a X2 and i think its pretty freakin nice i dont thing there is a bad looking panel on it and that interior is really freakin nice. But like all BMWs it is pricy.

[@siegfriedbarfuss9379]

Anna you are a goddess. Very classy. Please focus on cars in your league like Mercedes S class G Bentley rolls Pagani …

[@alandowdall1642]

Like the car, but still prefer my Range Rover ❤️

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Ah but of course! Range is Range

[@alandowdall1642]

@ ❤️

[@derekwhyle1884]

The Range Rover is a completely different class of vehicle. Compare it to the BMW X7 and you may not feel as smug.

[@TrazimDollare1982]

Anna, you are gorgeous 😍

[@KingdomSilverStar]

I just saw it and couldn't believe there was a BMW logo at the back. Because the break lights look out of Chevy cars. Soooo ugly 😅 it looked like Toyota RAV4 but smaller. BMW takes the cake away from Toyota for ugly car design.

[@michaela2347]

Hello Anna, how have you been? It’s been awhile since we have chatted, but I must say that I’m actually feeling this smaller BMW X2 M35i. The stance of their vehicle commands respect because it has that aggressive look, and I do actually like the color. This ‘BMW looks good on you’ and the quickness seems impressive. I think you should coin the phrase “plastic fantastic” because it sounds so genuine when you say it. But you’re right, expensive car, let’s make the materials a little better, and I didn’t know the Pol’s like to rip things up 😊Anyways, another great and honest review in the books for you and maybe BMW will eventually just gift you a new one !!!!!! Have a wonderful day or actually I believe it’s the afternoon there now, your buddy from the states, Mike

[@tampaguy6370]

I don’t think it’s hideous, but I still think they all look alike for some reason. Welcome back, Anna. I’ve missed you.

[@WillAH956]

The alloys let this down They remind me of those horrendous ones chery the chinese brand pump out. Audi Q3 sport back nails the looks especially in turbo blue with the 20 inch alloys ❤

[@isaackent2355]

I think it's horrendously hideous , a real life case of Beauty and The Beast 😍

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Haha, you know what they say Isaac, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder!

[@MB-uw6eh]

It’s the design, it just doesn’t look as sexy as a Mercedes GLC or Porsche Macan, and I like cars to h@ve sex appeal. The Italians do it well. Their cars are irresistibly sexy - from Ferrari, Lambo, to Maserati and Alfa Romeo. BMW’s inherit the same styling reputation as Volvo - “Boxy but good”. I prefer “sexy and wonderful”. Hopefully NEUE KLASSE might resolve the design and styling for BMW.

[@seth1455]

Still an aquired taste Anna, not one I'll be aquiring any time soon

[@rolexr]

In contrast to you Anna…it’s back is so ugly and unharmonious! Not nice to look at! 😅

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Haha fair enough!

[@pauladams5673]

All new BMWs are ugly now.

[@AnnaOnRoads]

Haha, hi Paul. I have my 2 series but it's now nearly 9 years old. I don't mind the big grills, but it's always a matter of preference. What cars would you go for?

[@pauladams5673]

@@AnnaOnRoads I like that model of 2 series. Of the current models, I like the i5 most. I would like to watch you drive the BMW i5 M60.

[@73henny]

The fake sound is awful.

[@51madmitch]

Another boring same looking as many others 🥱😴bulbous jelly mould.