What does it cost?
For The BMW X1 is a refined cruiser that's also composed in bends, plus it's easy on fuel and CO2 emissions are low.
Against It isn't hugely practical and some of the interior trim falls short of the standards we've come to expect from BMW. The ride is unsettled.
What Car? says
The BMW X1's low running costs and its composure in bends are appealing, but other small SUVs are classier. By Steve Huntingford
What Car? readers say
3.875
There are 11 BMW X1 versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
Whether you consider the BMW X1 good value depends on how you look at it. Plenty of hatchbacks provide more space and similar performance for a lot less money, but if you judge it as an SUV, the X1 is reasonably priced.
Most versions are available with both rear-wheel drive (sDrive) and four-wheel drive (xDrive) – the range-topping xDrive25d is the exception – and we'd go for the former set-up because it makes the X1 significantly cheaper to run.
We'd also stick with the entry-level SE trim because this comes with all the equipment you need. However, the optional eight-speed automatic gearbox is worth considering; it's available with every model except the 20d Efficient Dynamics and is both smooth and efficient.
Reader test team says:
BMW X1 Crossover sDrive 20d M Sport 5dr
Excellent car - I test drove (what seemed like) every alternative but nothing drove as well as this. I bought it used (one year old) with the service…
5
out of 5 stars
BMW X1 Crossover xDrive 20d SE 5dr
Its a bit of a jack or all trades and master of none. Its OK but you just don't love it. This is the new model and was purchased because we have a…
3
out of 5 stars
BMW X1 Crossover sDrive 20d SE 5dr
Great drive, practical and stylish. I previously owned an Audi TT but decided I needed a larger car, about a year ago, with a two year old and…
5
out of 5 stars
BMW X1 Crossover xDrive 20d M Sport 5dr
I bought this car because I wanted a compact 4X4 to replace my brilliant BMW 320d touring as I now live in a village. My X1 is the new facelifted 2013…
5
out of 5 stars
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