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Who is the BMW X1 a good car for?
What is the BMW X1 like to drive?
Is the BMW X1 a good car?
The X1 is BMW's most compact and indeed, most attainable SUV within the brand's large model range, securing well over 100 000 unit sales in Europe alone since its introduction in 2016, making it a very good car indeed.
Who is the BMW X1 a good car for?
Being a compact SUV, the X1 offers an impressive 505-litres of boot space and a range of efficient turbo petrol and turbodiesel engines, making it ideal for young families and those looking for an affordable and reasonably practical entry into the BMW brand.
Is the BMW X1 a good 4x4?
The X1 range is available in sDrive guise only, meaning that it is front-wheel drive only, however, with 183mm of ground clearance and a 250mm wading depth, the X1 will be able to take on mild off-road activities, with its larger X3 sibling being the more capable BMW SUV off of the beaten path.
Is the BMW X3 a good family car?
With a 505-litre boot, which can expand to 1 550-litres with the rear seats folded flat, the X1 is spacious considering its dimensions. It also has a 5-Star safety rating, ISOFIX child seat anchor points and seating for five occupants, making it very practical for families.
Is the BMW X1 a good first car?
Those in the fortunate position to be shopping for a premium compact SUV as their first car will find the X1 appealing since it is relatively compact, features a range of efficient powertrains, is safe, practical and stylish, making it a good first vehicle for those with the means.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer's opinion
The X1 is still the smallest BMW X car, though drives like a bigger car than its predecessor was. Seasons change, and so has the BMW X1 – it has grown to fulfill more of a dual role, being both compact premium SUV (less individualistic than the high estate car it was before) and more aligned with the bigger BMW X family.
Chad Luckhoff, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the BMW X1 like inside?
"So the driving qualities of the BMW X1 on the road are hugely persuasive – and the same goes for the versatility of its interior. Advanced technology joins forces with generous levels of space and countless smart and functionally adept solutions."-BMW
Style
There are twelve X1 derivatives in the local line-up, with a standard, an xLine as well as M Sport derivatives to choose from, all with distinctive interior and exterior designs that appeal to different audiences, meaning there is likely an X1 to suit most tastes.
Tech features*
- BMW Drive Select
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Adaptive cruise control
- Speed limiter
- Electromechanical power steering
- Hill-hold assist
- Start/stop system
- LED headlamps
- LED combination rear lamps
- LED Daytime running lights
- Light and rain sensors
- Heated seats
- Panoramic roof
- Stowablke towbar
- Power adjustable and heated exterior mirrors
- Automatic tailgate
- Park distance control front and rear with surround-view camera
- Head-up display
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Keep Assist
- iDrive infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Digitised instrument cluster
- Dual-zone climate control
- Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror
- 6 airbags
- Multifunction steering wheel
*Some features are optional
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest BMW X1?
The cheapest BMW X1 is the entry trim sDrive 18i - prices usually start from R 645 934
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How much does it cost?
| BMW X1 sDrive18i | R 645 934 |
| BMW X3 sDrive20i | R 672 934 |
| BMW X3 sDrive18d xLine | R 679 582 |
| BMW X1 sDrive18i xLine | R 689 134 |
| BMW X1 sDrive18d | R 692 952 |
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BMW X1 sDrive18i M Sport
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R 706 582 |
| BMW X1 sDrive20i | R 719 952 |
| BMW X1 sDrive20d | R 722 782 |
| BMW X1 sDrive18d xLine | R 724 392 |
| BMW X1 sDrive20i xLine | R 736 152 |
| BMW X1 sDrive20d xLine | R 751 392 |
| BMW X1 sDrive20d M Sport | R 767 592 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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