<p class="ingestion featured-caption">The gray 2024 BMW X2 xDrive28i.Benjamin Zhang/Business Insider</p><ul class="summary-list"><li>The BMW X2 is a subcompact luxury SUV that competes against the Mercedes-Benz GLA and the Audi Q3.</li><li>I recently drove a 2024 BMW X2 xDrive28i that was loaded with optional extras.</li></ul><p>The subcompact premium SUV segment has become increasingly competitive in recent years.</p><p>Luxury automakers, from <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/audi-rs-6-rs6-avant-wagon-camping-cars-travel-winter-2021-2">Audi</a> to <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mercedes-benz-e450-review-luxury-sedan-hybrid-engine-tech-2024-8">Mercedes-Benz </a>to Lexus, are using these small SUVs to target younger buyers who want a premium motoring experience at a relatively affordable price.</p><p>This year, <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/bmw-new-electric-suv-vision-neue-klasse-x-2024-3">BMW</a> launched its new second-generation X2 SUV coupe to compete in the segment.</p><p>I recently reviewed a <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/bmw-x2-suv-review-luxury-tech-safety-fun-photos-2024-9">2024 BMW X2 xDrive28i with an as-tested price of $52,745</a>. I was impressed by its peppy performance, fun driving dynamics, well-designed interior, and standard all-wheel drive.</p><p>Here's a closer look at some of the BMW X2's coolest features, which help make it a standout entry-level luxury SUV.</p>