The X1 M35i and X2 M35i are not real M cars, but bring performance improvements to an important segment for BMW. From the mainstream to luxury brands, there are compact crossovers everywhere, and people cannot seem to get enough of them. This growing demand arises at the expense of traditional body styles such as assembly wood and limousines. As a result, tuners adapt their projects to better coordinate the current market preferences.
A typical example: The Swiss Aftermarket specialists from Dahler have turned their attention to the X1 M35i and X2 M35i. After a follower who reduce the driving height, the two crossovers now look like oversized flowbackbacks. You will also notice that the original BMW wheels have been replaced by custom-made 21-inch sets, which are packed in 245/35 tires. Overkill? Maybe, but even BMW offers 21-inch alloys for its smallest crossovers.
The M35i siblings do not show all of them without any additional statements. The B48 engine was massaged due to additional performance, and the 2.0-liter unit Turboch is now producing 350 hp and 490 Nm torque. For those who are asking for more, Dahler also offers a level 2 kit that presses the even greater performance from the four-cylinder engine.
For additional costs, the stock quad exhaust can be replaced by a stainless steel system with a BI-Valve setup. Enthusiasts who all want to go out can request larger exhaust tips with a diameter of 114 millimeters. These four finishers have a black ceramic coating and a Dahler branding. The tuner promises a custom sound profile that from “discretion whine to the tonal rumbling to angry roaring”.
The X2 will take on a double role in the line -up with the upcoming decline of the X4. However, it is not a proper replacement, since no complete M version is planned. In addition, it is worth noting that the X2 is based on the X4 based on the rear -wheel drive on a platform with front wheel drive. While the installation of the X2 continues to be exceeded with the M35i, tuners like Dahler want to build this sporty and show crossover.
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