BMW X1 SAV Officially Released
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BMW has released official details of the new X1 SUV (SAV). The smallest X vehicle in the range is 4.45 metres long, has a wheelbase of 2.76 metres, is 1.545 metres high and the lightest model weighs in at 1,615kg (EU). It is designed to have a low-slung rear window to make it look the sporting car that it is, and it features wide wheel arches for an aggressive squat. The signature kidney grille is as bold and muscular as it is on the 7 Series. Standard wheels coming with the range are 17-inch alloys.
Contours and sharp lines are evident all the way to the sides and back, including the "Hofmeister kink" at the C pillar. Further confirming that this is a true BMW design are the L-shaped rear lights clusters with sharp jagged edges.
Inside the X1 gives an elevated seating position to each passenger while the driver benefits from a driver-facing "surfboard" dashboard that made BMWs of yesteryear so different from their rivals. The new iDrive system is installed and can be mated to a USB port, a CD player, and six Pro Logic 7 HiFi loud speakers. A rear parking camera and/or Park Distance Control can also be specified from the options list.
Six models will be available at launch. Only one of these is petrol-powered and that is the X1 xDrive28i. Fitted to this version is the 3.0-litre straight six with 258hp (190kW) and torque of 310Nm. The rest of the lineup runs on diesel, starting with the sDrive18d making 143hp (105kW) and 320Nm of torque. Then comes the sDrive20d which produces 177hp (130kW) and 350Nm. Both these RWD vehicles are coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Higher up the rung are the manual xDrive18d with the same figures of 143hp (105kW) and 320Nm, an xDrive20d of 177hp (130kW) and 350Nm as well as the thrusty xDrive23d. It has the 2.0-litre twin turbo motor that does 204hp (150kW) and 400Nm of maximum pulling power.
Customers living in the USA will start getting their consignment of the BMW X1 some time in 2011. US-bound engines and powertrains will be confirmed closer to launch.
Contours and sharp lines are evident all the way to the sides and back, including the "Hofmeister kink" at the C pillar. Further confirming that this is a true BMW design are the L-shaped rear lights clusters with sharp jagged edges.
Inside the X1 gives an elevated seating position to each passenger while the driver benefits from a driver-facing "surfboard" dashboard that made BMWs of yesteryear so different from their rivals. The new iDrive system is installed and can be mated to a USB port, a CD player, and six Pro Logic 7 HiFi loud speakers. A rear parking camera and/or Park Distance Control can also be specified from the options list.
Six models will be available at launch. Only one of these is petrol-powered and that is the X1 xDrive28i. Fitted to this version is the 3.0-litre straight six with 258hp (190kW) and torque of 310Nm. The rest of the lineup runs on diesel, starting with the sDrive18d making 143hp (105kW) and 320Nm of torque. Then comes the sDrive20d which produces 177hp (130kW) and 350Nm. Both these RWD vehicles are coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Higher up the rung are the manual xDrive18d with the same figures of 143hp (105kW) and 320Nm, an xDrive20d of 177hp (130kW) and 350Nm as well as the thrusty xDrive23d. It has the 2.0-litre twin turbo motor that does 204hp (150kW) and 400Nm of maximum pulling power.
Customers living in the USA will start getting their consignment of the BMW X1 some time in 2011. US-bound engines and powertrains will be confirmed closer to launch.
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I give it a resounding MEH..
It looks exactly like the other two ugly BMW SUV's.
It looks exactly like the other two ugly BMW SUV's.
The 258hp is for the non turbo 3.0L I-6 and the 204 is for the diesel. The US will get the 258hp and the TT 3.0L 300hp top ranging models. Another thing is BMW does not build minivans...They do Sport Tourings and Sport Activity Vehicles which handle unlike anything else they compare with. I drive a X5 4.8is alot and it will out hand alot of other cars.
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eh, I don't care what their marketing teams are calling their cars anymore...crossover/sav/xuv/blah blah blah...it's all the same. Either its an SUV in the proper sense of the term, or it's a wagon or minivan. all this acronym crap is nonsense.
I'd need enough power to justify paying x amount extra for a "premium" minivan rather than a comparable (and I would argue, better) jap car. I'd never be caught dead in a cayenne.
I'd need enough power to justify paying x amount extra for a "premium" minivan rather than a comparable (and I would argue, better) jap car. I'd never be caught dead in a cayenne.
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Looks like a mix of a VW Tiguan and a BMW X5 (not the X3). Let's see what the German tuner powerhouses can do to it, at least it has a decent size...
I have to agree with you on some of this. There are a lot of crossovers, and they all look a like. But this one don't look bad. Would I personally pay that much, hell no. But there will be a big market here for it. There are a lot of yuppies that want to look like they make money. The young 20-30 year old married couples will eat this up.
I saw this first thing. The front wheel gap is way off. I don't think it would look right even if you did lower it. But I think that's the only bad looking part.
BMW X1 Exclusive Drive
German giants smallest off-roader yet throws down gauntlet to Mini and Audi.
Essentially a smaller X3, its designed for drivers who like the convenience of a compact estate and the flexibility of an off-roader. Prices should start at around 25,000 so its not exactly cheap. But does it offer enough to tempt buyers?
First impressions are that the X1 is handsome, if not particularly striking. While the headlights and tail-lamps are neat, and the bumper cladding adds some toughness, it looks like a modified, shrunken X3.
Inside, the cabin follows the same design themes as other BMWs, with excellent materials and quality. Three adults can just about squeeze in the back.
Under the skin, the X1 uses BMWs xDrive four-wheel drive. Power is split 30:70 in favour of the rear wheels, but the set-up can send all the torque to either end in slippery conditions.
Engine options comprise 2.0-litre petrol units with 141bhp and 168bhp, plus a 254bhp 3.0-litre six-cylinder.
Diesel buyers can choose from 141bhp, 175bhp and 201bhp 2.0-litre powerplants. Our top-spec 23d diesel promises a blend of punch and efficiency it sprints from 0-62mph in 7.3 seconds, but gives 45mpg.
From behind the wheel, the X1 offers a car-like experience, thanks to its relatively compact dimensions its 10cm shorter than an X3 and raised stance. Its sporty on the road, while the capable 4WD system will ensure the model copes with anything owners throw at it.
In fact, as the newcomer offers better economy, lower running costs and a compact, town-friendly size, it should prove more popular than the X3. Well find out more in
an in-depth first test within the next couple of weeks.
German giants smallest off-roader yet throws down gauntlet to Mini and Audi.
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Essentially a smaller X3, its designed for drivers who like the convenience of a compact estate and the flexibility of an off-roader. Prices should start at around 25,000 so its not exactly cheap. But does it offer enough to tempt buyers?
First impressions are that the X1 is handsome, if not particularly striking. While the headlights and tail-lamps are neat, and the bumper cladding adds some toughness, it looks like a modified, shrunken X3.
Inside, the cabin follows the same design themes as other BMWs, with excellent materials and quality. Three adults can just about squeeze in the back.
Under the skin, the X1 uses BMWs xDrive four-wheel drive. Power is split 30:70 in favour of the rear wheels, but the set-up can send all the torque to either end in slippery conditions.
Engine options comprise 2.0-litre petrol units with 141bhp and 168bhp, plus a 254bhp 3.0-litre six-cylinder.
Diesel buyers can choose from 141bhp, 175bhp and 201bhp 2.0-litre powerplants. Our top-spec 23d diesel promises a blend of punch and efficiency it sprints from 0-62mph in 7.3 seconds, but gives 45mpg.
From behind the wheel, the X1 offers a car-like experience, thanks to its relatively compact dimensions its 10cm shorter than an X3 and raised stance. Its sporty on the road, while the capable 4WD system will ensure the model copes with anything owners throw at it.
In fact, as the newcomer offers better economy, lower running costs and a compact, town-friendly size, it should prove more popular than the X3. Well find out more in
an in-depth first test within the next couple of weeks.
