Vehicle Overview
The X1 is BMW’s smallest crossover. It seats up to five people and is offered with a choice of turbocharged engines. The subcompact premium crossover segment is a relatively new one, and it’s populated by models like the Audi Q3, Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class, Mini Countryman and Buick Encore.
New for 2015
There are no significant changes.
The below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights
- 17-inch wheels; 18- or 19-inch wheels available
- Fog lights
- Roof rails
- Available adaptive xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
- Available panoramic moonroof
Interior Highlights
- Simulated leather upholstery; real leather available
- Joystick-like gear selector for the automatic transmission
- Available heated front seats, steering wheel
- Automatic air conditioning
- CD stereo with MP3 jack and USB port
- Bluetooth streaming audio
- Available navigation system
- Available aluminum trim
- Available Harman Kardon premium stereo
Under the Hood
- 240-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
- Available 300-hp, turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder
- Eight-speed automatic transmission with four-cylinder; six-speed automatic with six-cylinder
- Fuel-saving stop-start technology (four-cylinder)
- Four-cylinder X1 can have rear- or all-wheel drive; six-cylinder models have all-wheel drive
- Available M Sport Package includes sport suspension
Safety Features
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
- Side-impact airbags for the front seats
- Side curtain airbags
- Available front and rear parking sensors
- Available backup camera
