BMW vehicles are known for their elegance, performance and cutting-edge technology. But what happens when one of their latest models goes on a wild ride across desert terrain? The heat, sand and rugged terrain of the Rebelle Rally are the real testing ground for the 2024 BMW X2 M35i. Is this stylish urban crossover up to the challenge? Let's see!
BMW X2 M35i 2024 is designed for speed and performance with B48 2.0-liter four-cylinder TwinTurbo engine, which provides 312 KM and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. This crossover can accelerate from 0 to 96 km/h (60 mph) in just 5.2 seconds. But this is not just a vehicle for smooth asphalt roads; The BMW X2 M35i 2024 has been equipped for the most demanding conditions of the Rebelle Rally.
To ensure performance and durability in extreme off-road conditions, BMW has come up with a series of improvements and adjustments. These include Falken Wildpeak AT Trail tires, Rotiform ZMO-M wheels, Morimoto Triple Row BangerBar (front) and 2Banger Pod lights (rear), Thule Caprock roof platform, Smittybilt off-road rescue equipment and accessories, BMW M Performance Parts tow ropes, custom underbody protection/skid plate , a customized spare tire carrier in the luggage compartment and a TerraTrip external odometer.
This vehicle was not only intended to be driven on normal roads, but was tested in the deserts of California and Nevada, covering more than 2,100 kilometers (1,300 mi) in six stages under difficult conditions34. All this happened under the guidance of an experienced crew consisting of driver Rebecca Donaghe and navigator Sedona Blinson, who competed in the X-Cross class of the Rebelle Rally.
The BMW X2 M35i 2024 has been slightly modified to meet the demands of rallying. The vehicle's height was increased by 64 mm (2.5 in) to 1,590 mm (62.6 in), while both the front and rear tracks were wider than before. In addition, there are also optional 21-inch wheels that further emphasize the size and robustness of this vehicle.
New ones BMW X2 M35i 2024 it's more than just a nicely designed crossover. With its capacity and adaptability, it has proven that it is up to the most demanding terrains that the Rebelle Rally has to offer. The upcoming model, which starts at $51,400, will be available at BMW dealers across the US in the first quarter of 20242. Now we know that the 2024 BMW X2 M35i is not only for city streets, but also for wild desert trails!
