BMW X1 Launched

By Karl Peskett | January 27th, 2010

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Updated: 27/01/10 @ 10.00am with Australian spec. interior photos.

As a prelude to the forthcoming compact SUV’s launch in Australia, the German powerhosue has announced pricing for its new BMW X1. Beginning at $43,500, it aims squarely at Audi’s Q5 and Volvo’s XC60.

Two petrol engines, a four cylinder and six cylinder, and two diesel engines, both turbocharged fours, will comprise the X1 lineup.

A choice of rear-wheel-drive (sDrive) and all-wheel-drive (xDrive) will be offered, with the range to be topped by the xDrive23d. Utilising a 2.0-litre, turbocharged diesel, this punchy little four cylinder offers a staggering 150kW and 400Nm, with a 0-100km/h time of 7.3 seconds, bettering its petrol six-cylinder sibling by 0.6 of a second.

The X1 sDrive20d sits at the economy end of the scale, with 5.3 litres/100km consumed and CO2 emissions of just 139g/km.

The official release date has been set, with the X1 going on sale from April 10, 2010. BMW also makes mention of the fact that the X1 has already received five stars in EuroNCAP testing.

BMW X1 Australian Pricing is as follows:

sDrive18i, manual – $43,500*
sDrive18i, auto – $45,700*
sDrive20d, manual – $49,300*
sDrive20d, auto – $51,500*
xDrive20d, manual – $52,700*
xDrive20d, auto – $54,900*
xDrive25i, auto- $56,800*
xDrive23d, auto- $59,280*

* Here’s the legal jargon we have to include. These are Manufacturer’s Recommended List Prices. They include GST and Luxury Car Tax (LCT) but exclude dealer charges, stamp duty, statutory charges and on-road charges which are additional and vary between dealers and States/Territories.

BMW X1 xDrive28

Performance

Drag (cw) 0.33
Top speed (km/h) 205 (230*)
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (in s) 6.8
Acceleration 0 – 1,000 m (in s) 27
Acceleration 80 – 120 km/h in 4th/5th gear (in s) -/-

Fuel consumption

EU urban (l/100 km) 13.0
EU extra-urban (l/100 km) 7.3
EU composite (l/100 km) 9.4
CO2 emissions (g/km) 219
Tank capacity in I (approx.) 63

Wheels

Tyre dimensions front 225/50 R 17 V
Tyre dimensions rear 225/50 R 17 H
Wheel dimensions front 7.5J x 17
Wheel dimensions rear 7.5J x 17

Engine

Cylinders/valves 6/4
Capacity in ccm 2,996
Stroke/bore in mm 88.0/85.0
Max. output in kW (hp) at 1/min 190 (258)/6,600
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min 310/2,600 – 3,000
Power-to-weight ratio (EU) in kg/hp 6.5

Weight in kg

Unladen weight EU 1,685
Maximum permissible weight 2,180
Permitted load 550
Permitted axle load front/rear 1,030/1,180

BMW X1 sDrive20d

Performance

Drag (cw) 0.32
Top speed (km/h) 205 (218*)
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (in s) 8.1
Acceleration 0 – 1,000 m (in s) 28.8
Acceleration 80 – 120 km/h in 4th/5th gear (in s) 7.0/8.9

Fuel consumption

EU urban (l/100 km) 6.4
EU extra-urban (l/100 km) 4.7
EU composite (l/100 km) 5.3
CO2 emissions (g/km) 139
Tank capacity in I (approx.) 61

Wheels

Tyre dimensions front 225/50 R 17 V
Tyre dimensions rear 225/50 R 17 V
Wheel dimensions front 7.5J x 17
Wheel dimensions rear 7.5J x 17

Engine

Cylinders/valves 4/4
Capacity in ccm 1,995
Stroke/bore in mm 90.0/84.0
Max. output in kW (hp) at 1/min 130 (177)/4,000
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min 350/1,750 – 3,000
Power-to-weight ratio (EU) in kg/hp 8.8

Weight in kg

Unladen weight EU 1,565
Maximum permissible weight 2,045
Permitted load 550
Permitted axle load front/rear 940/1,160

BMW X1 xDrive20d

Performance

Drag (cw) 0.33
Top speed (km/h) 205 (213*)
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (in s) 8.4
Acceleration 0 – 1,000 m (in s) 29.5
Acceleration 80 – 120 km/h in 4th/5th gear (in s) 7.2/9.1

Fuel consumption

EU urban (l/100 km) 7.0
EU extra-urban (l/100 km) 5.1
EU composite (l/100 km) 5.8
CO2 emissions (g/km) 153
Tank capacity in I (approx.) 61

Wheels

Tyre dimensions front 225/50 R 17 V
Tyre dimensions rear 225/50 R 17 V
Wheel dimensions front 7.5J x 17
Wheel dimensions rear 7.5J x 17

Engine

Cylinders/valves 4/4
Capacity in ccm 1,995
Stroke/bore in mm 90.0/84.0
Max. output in kW (hp) at 1/min 130 (177)/4,000
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min 350/1,750 – 3,000
Power-to-weight ratio (EU) in kg/hp 9.3

Weight in kg

Unladen weight EU 1,650
Maximum permissible weight 2,130
Permitted load 550
Permitted axle load front/rear 1,010/1,165

BMW X1 xDrive23d

Performance

Drag (cw) 0.33
Top speed (km/h) 205 (223*)
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h (in s) 7.3
Acceleration 0 – 1,000 m (in s) 28.2
Acceleration 80 – 120 km/h in 4th/5th gear (in s) -/-

Fuel consumption

EU urban (l/100 km) 7.8
EU extra-urban (l/100 km) 5.5
EU composite (l/100 km) 6.3
CO2 emissions (g/km) 167
Tank capacity in I (approx.) 61

Wheels

Tyre dimensions front 225/50 R 17 V
Tyre dimensions rear 225/50 R 17 V
Wheel dimensions front 7.5J x 17
Wheel dimensions rear 7.5J x 17

Engine

Cylinders/valves 4/4
Capacity in ccm 1,995
Stroke/bore in mm 90.0/84.0
Max. output in kW (hp) at 1/min 150 (204)/4,400
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min 400/2,000 – 2,250
Power-to-weight ratio (EU) in kg/hp 8.2

Weight in kg

Unladen weight EU 1,670
Maximum permissible weight 2,160
Permitted load 550
Permitted axle load front/rear 1,015/1,160

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David

This car is not aimed at the Q5 and XC60. Those are rivals for the X3. The shape of the X1 is far more interesting than the X3.
Reality

Just got a whole lot more difficult for the Jappers etc
- MazMagic
  
  I would have to agree with you and would apply to most.
  
  However, at the same token, the CX7 coulld potentially match the X1 in terms of handling and power (2.3L and Diesel with AWD in particular) and would be the only Japanese vechicle I can think that right up to BMW. There might be others as well. VW would be another one, but that’s German but affordable.
o

Thats Very competetitive but Im confused at how big it is. The X3 is supposed to grow to the size of the original X5 so this must be X3 sized. 43k for the base model.
- Al Juraj
  
  It’s only slightly smaller than the current X3 but looks a lot better. The new X3 CGIs are stunning as well.
Curious

Oh dear, with that star wars’ storm trooper face (especially in white)… Subaru, eat your heart out.

New catch word for BMW if you thought the X3 was ugly… This is now “Ugly, Redefined”.

A positive is that the price is competitive and it’s the right size for a small family.
Tim

Wow, the interior looks basic. Look at those air con swtiches and knobs, the old style mechanical things. Kinda like the styling though.
Gazza

Looks great and with that pricing they’re going to move a lot of these.
Valet Dabess

look pretty damn cool from the front but i hate bmw’s dash layout
sammo

looks a bit like a ‘poor man’s BMW’ to me; cheap interior, poor rear leg room, dopey styling – it all looks a bit pointless if you ask me, if i was after an affordable German compact SUV I’d go for a Tiguan over this thing.
Mark G

It’s nice that they have put the 3.0L six cylinder petrol unit in the range (even though it’s called the “25″). This would be my pick of the range, but $56,000? This vehicle is smaller than a RAV4 or CR-V. Then again, a decent equipped V6 RAV4 is nearly $50k anyway.
ohreally

I have always questioned the purpose of soft-roaders, although I admit the larger typex CX9/territory/kluger have a role as motherships. What is the purpose of mini soft roaders?

is 50K a lot of money for a jacked up 120? or is the high ride position really worth the extra price?
- sammo
  
  Buy an estate car – you get the same practicality with better on-road manners.
- mmmmmmmmmm
  
  the 320 touring this is based on is $65 000+
  the X1 doesn’t sound expensive compared to Ravs & tiguans
  especially not the way VW shaft you for accessories
  based on the RWD 3 series wagon it has to be a better drive than the tiguan thats based on a FWD golf
Alex

There is no denying that this is a very good value car. I’m sure the sDrive18i is a bit lacking in power, but $43,500 for a BMW SUV? They’re going to sell heaps. I’m still not sure about the styling, but it is growing on me and at the end of the day it has economy, space, value, quality and badge credibility, so for many people, it’s the perfect car.
I think I’d wait for the Mini Countryman, but I am impressed by this package.

And for anybody bringing up the Tiguan here, it too is a great car but I don’t think it would touch the X1 in driving dynamics. Every review I’ve read says that the X1 feels almost exactly like a 3 Series to drive so it has to be good.
As for buying a Touring over this, the 320i Touring costs about as much as a top of the range 23d X1 so it makes very little sense.
- cruickster
  
  I agree I think they will sell bucket loads and I personally think they look good but lets be realistic. It’s a BMW if you want metallic paint, leather, sports kit, satellite navigation etc plus on roads and GST you will be forking out close to $55,000 for the base and about $70,000 for the top of the range. Great car but not sure about that for the coin, might be better options but no doubt it will look the part, drive and handle great. Just my 5 cents worth. I think they have done a good job though but just struggle with BMWers or Euros for that matter on the options.
Callous Aussie

That dashboard likes like something the Koreans have long improved on and left behind. Wow that’s cheap looking. In a BMW? Are they sure they got it from that car?

The external styling is fine ,but holy moly , what a shocker inside.
- zahmad
  
  Now you know that interior was el-cheepo in the first place!
- Fog Badger
  
  That’s pretty typical for a 3 series BMW, in my experience. There’s often a fair bit of action around the wheel ‘sticks’ though, so we may not be seeing the full picture here.
http://mymaties.com VDub Fan

Eina maar daai kar is lelik. It’s damn ugly. A pigs nose. Typically BMW. Waiting for VW and Audi to make moves before they can.
UMWAHT

the interior isn’t cheap it’s just bland. it isnt any cheaper than any other jap car in the price range
Gary

For the man or women who has no taste….This is one of the Ugliest small cars I have seen. Makes the Nissan Mica almost look decent.
NotTheStig

As having some experience with buying a few BMW’s, I doubt Dealer Delivery charges will be less than $5k. Why ? – 1. Because the X1 will be in demand and 2. Because people will pay it.

BMW will do absolutely nothing about it either. In WA there is one dealership so you can join the dots there…

Also note that you can look forward to sitting on vinyl seats unless you upgrade to leather…
RK

Ugly and not befitting the brand. Will sell to people with no taste who love the idea of owning a (relatively) cheap minitank with the BMW badge. Luckily for BMW there is plenty of them. They need to be careful with this to stop it tarnishing the brand. Other Beemer drivers won’t be happy to be associated with this… THING.
JoeR

I was looking at the A4 Avant and Mercedes C220 Estate, both in diesel, to replace my V70 Wagon. This is cheaper the same size and you can get rear wheel drive only if you don’t need 4WD. Put me on the waiting list!
ozedude

Are they kidding with the 118i junk? The VW tiguan absolutely craps on this. This is rubbish BMW.
x.

This (like the rest of the 1 series) Is a true BMW in its own right. Anyone who has driven a 1 will agree (especially the coupes!).
The sport seats, steering wheel, dash, knobs are all from the 3 series as is the platform, engine gearbox etc.
Similar size to a Tiguan, but for people who would prefer a car which is built like a BMW. I chose a 320d over a diesel Passat 2 years ago and I will buy an X1 over a Tiguan later this year.
GoodStuff

I’ve just seen this thing in person, and have put my order in. Awesome car, regardless what you say about the dash, its a beamer. The Internal size is fairly decent.. Really not much difference between an x3 and this.
Martin

I recently saw the X1 at the BMW dealership and it actually looks really good in the metal. BMW naturally slug you for the extras – metallic paint is close to $1,300, leather for $2,000 (apparently it comes standard with ‘nevada’ leather – feels more like vinyl..) but the wheels are reasonably priced for a Beemer. You can get a nice set of 18″ for $1,700 like the X5 (similar to CX-7 style also…) I would suppose that the X1 has few direct competitors until the Audi Q3 arrives late 2011. Its about as tall and wide as the previous gen Subaru Forester.

I’m considering getting one because they do stack up as great value for the badge but it does make me wonder if the BMW cachet is being diluted by SO many models, niche models and volumes sold. Audi I think are heading way too quickly down this path.
inu

I had a test drive yesterday with the xDrive20d. I was impressed what that 2 liter diesel does and the handling was fantastic.
The perfect family car.
I wish I could afford one.
So start buying lotto tickets…