BMW X1

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2017 BMW X1 Overview

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 ranks one out of five Luxury Subcompact SUVs.

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 finishes near the top of our luxury subcompact rankings because of its good spectacle, upscale and spacious interior, and outstanding cargo space for the class.

Scorecard

Overall: 8.Five
Critics’ Rating: 8.8
Spectacle: 8.6
Interior: 8.Trio
Safety: Ten.0
Reliability:

Pros & Cons

Quick acceleration
Athletic treating
Roomy back seat
Outstanding cargo capacity

No standard driver assistance features

Notable for 2017

All-wheel drive no longer standard

2017 BMW X1 Specs

BMW X1 Rankings and Research

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Presently the BMW X1 has a score of 8.Five out of ten which is based on our evaluation of eighteen chunks of research and data elements using various sources.

Rankings

# one in Luxury Subcompact SUVs
# sixteen in Luxury Crossover SUVs
# twelve in Luxury SUVs with two Rows

2017 X1 Pictures

2017 BMW X1 Review

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 finishes near the top of our luxury subcompact rankings because of its good spectacle, upscale and spacious interior, and outstanding cargo space for the class.

Is the BMW X1 a Good SUV?

The BMW X1 loves spirited acceleration thanks to a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that puts out two hundred twenty eight horsepower, but this luxury subcompact SUV is about more than its power. The front-wheel-drive X1 is possibly the most fun-to-drive car in the class. It treats well, with a taut turning radius making it very maneuverable.

A sleek design and an abundance of high-end materials line the X1`s interior, making it an appealing place to spend time. The five-seat X1 comes standard with leatherette upholstery and power-adjustable front seats. Cargo space is best in the segment.

This is a very good SUV, but there is one thing that`s notably missing. The BMW X1 is the only vehicle in the class that doesn’t come standard with any active safety features. If you want a rearview camera, for example, you`ll have to pay an extra $1,150 for the Driver Assistance package.

Should I Buy the BMW X1?

If you require decent cargo space, snappy spectacle, a luxurious interior, and class-leading safety scores you should buy the X1, which starts at $33,100. It meets all those needs – mostly. You can pay less for some competitors, but you won`t find one that offers all the X1 does.

Many subcompact SUVs come up brief on cargo space, but not the X1. It offers 27.1 cubic feet of space with the rear seats up and a sturdy 58.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down. Those are excellent numbers for the class. They even treatment the totals provided by some larger SUVs in the luxury compact SUV segment, like the Acura RDX, which has 26.1 cubic feet with the rear seats up and 61.Trio total cubic feet. The Mercedes-Benz GLA ($32,850) has a maximum of 43.6 cubic feet, and the Infiniti QX30 ($29,950) has only thirty four cubic feet.

The X1 is possibly the most fun-to-drive SUVs in the class. With two hundred twenty eight horsepower, its four-cylinder turbo engine is among the most powerful base engines in the class. If you want extra power, some rivals provide more-potent optional engines. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45, for example, has a 375-horsepower, turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It also has a embarking price nearing $50,000.

When it comes to luxury, the X1 does not disappoint. You’ll love an abundance of high-end materials lining the X1’s cabin, including black high-gloss interior trim with pearl chrome accent strips. Other standard luxury features include power front seats with driver-side memory and a multifunction sport leather steering wheel. That`s better than you`ll find with the Infinity QX30, which makes cloth upholstery and by hand adjustable front seats standard.

The X1 receives top marks in crash testing from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, which names it a Top Safety Pick. However, the X1 doesn`t comes standard with any active safety features. The Mercedes-Benz GLA does, and its base model costs slightly less than the X1’s. Included in the GLA`s base trim are adaptive brakes, forward collision warning with automatic braking, and driver drowsiness monitoring.

We Did the Research for You: eighteen Lumps of Data Analyzed

Our two thousand seventeen BMW X1 research draws on eighteen chunks of data that we’ve analyzed to help you make the right buying decision. The data includes crash test research from government and independent agencies, reliability ratings, and reviews from professional automotive critics. The BMW X1 was fully redesigned for the two thousand sixteen model year and sees only minor switches for 2017. As a result, this analysis uses applicable research and reviews from the two thousand sixteen and two thousand seventeen model years.

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How Much Does the BMW X1 Cost?

Comprising five vehicles, the luxury subcompact SUV segment is not large, yet there is a broad range in base prices – from $29,950 to $41,475. The two thousand seventeen BMW X1, with a embarking price of $33,100, is the second-most expensive in the segment. A fully loaded X1 will cost around $45,000, which is less than a fully loaded Mercedes-Benz GLA.

The X1 comes in two trims: the base front-wheel-drive sDrive28i and the all-wheel-drive xDrive28i (for an extra $Two,000). The addition of AWD is all that sets the two vehicles apart. BMW offers a number of packages for the X1. The Driver Assistance package ($1,150) includes a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, and park assist, which helps the driver find and pull into parallel parking spaces. The Driver Assistance Plus package ($700) adds lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and city collision mitigation (or, low speed collision mitigation), which alerts the driver about objects in their way, and primes the brakes for quicker stopping at speeds up to thirty eight mph.

The Premium package costs $Three,250 and adds a panoramic moonroof and LED headlights. The Technology package will add $Two,550 to your price tag. It features an 8.8-inch iDrive screen, a touchpad controller for the infotainment system, navigation, and a head-up display. A Cold Weather package for $550 adds a heated steering wheel and heated front seats.

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BMW X1 Versus the Competition

Which Is Better: BMW X1 or Mercedes-Benz GLA?

The differences inbetween the X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA are relatively puny; each has some traits that best the other. Their prices are close. The GLA starts at $32,850, which is $250 less than the X1. Standard features are similar, however the GLA does suggest a slightly larger display screen, dual-zone automatic climate control, and remote commence. The GLA’s engine has a bit less power than the X1`s (208 horsepower for the GLA vs. Two hundred twenty eight for the X1), but you`ll get slightly better fuel economy.

The GLA comes with some active safety features, while the X1 doesn’t come standard with any (however you can add a good number for around $Two,000). You’ll get adaptive brakes – which keep your brakes drier in humid weather and help you apply the brakes quicker – standard in the GLA. You also get forward collision warning with automatic braking, and driver drowsiness monitoring.

The X1 has the advantage in cargo space. The GLA has 43.6 cubic feet, while the X1 has 58.7 cubic feet. In real-world terms, you can fit over eleven more bags of groceries in the X1. If you’re looking for maximum interior space, the BMW X1 is the best option in the class. In both rows, it offers slew of headroom and legroom for adults.

Which Is Better: BMW X1 or Infiniti QX30?

The Infiniti QX30 starts at $29,950, about $Three,100 less than the X1. Infiniti gets this lower price, in part, by stocking the base trim with front cloth seats that by hand adjust. Plus, the base trim’s rear seatbacks don’t fold. The QX30 offers just thirty four cubic feet of cargo space, compared with the X1`s 58.7 cubic feet.

The base QX30 comes standard with dual-zone automatic climate control, a six-speaker audio system, a 7-inch touch screen, two USB ports, HD Radio, satellite radio, and a rearview camera. The base X1 comes with similar features, but there are a few key differences. You’ll get one more speaker in the X1 but one less USB port and a slightly smaller 6.5-inch infotainment screen as well. Also, you won’t get a standard rearview camera; that costs extra in the X1. Neither the QX30 nor the X1 include active safety features as standard. The QX30`s infotainment system is hard to learn, and its touch screen is difficult to reach when driving. The X1’s system, on the other mitt, is both effortless to reach and use.

The X1 has a higher price base price, but its larger cargo area makes it the more practical SUV. It also offers power front seats, a power liftgate, and premium synthetic seats as standard features. The QX30`s seats are not leather or even leatherette, which seems wrong for a luxury subcompact SUV. The BMW X1 is the better choice.

X1 Interior

How Many People Does the X1 Seat?

The five-seat BMW X1 comes standard with leatherette upholstery and power-adjustable front seats. The front seats have ample space, and they sit high, providing the driver a good view of the road ahead. The rear seats have slew of room even when the front seats are shoved back as far as possible. Passengers in the back will also find the seats provide good support and remain convenient on long trips.

X1 and Car Seats

If you have puny children, you’ll be glad to hear that the X1 features two total sets of LATCH car-seat connectors. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the X1 an Acceptable rating, its 2nd highest, for the LATCH system’s ease of use. IIHS notes that it`s difficult to maneuver around the anchors.

X1 Interior Quality

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 might have the nicest cabin of any luxury subcompact SUV. You’ll instantly notice the excellent quality across the interior, and the cabin design supplies both form and function. Both rows of seats are spacious and supportive, and the driver has good outward visibility.

X1 Cargo Space

Many subcompact SUVs come up brief on cargo space, but not the X1. It offers 27.1 cubic feet of space with the rear seats up and a sturdy 58.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down. The Mercedes-Benz GLA lags behind at 17.Two cubic feet with seats up and 43.6 cubic feet with them folded. The Infiniti QX30 falls behind as well, at Nineteen.Two and thirty four cubic feet, respectively.

X1 Infotainment, Bluetooth, and Navigation

Standard features in the two thousand seventeen BMW X1 include push-button commence, automatic climate control, Bluetooth, HD Radio, a seven-speaker audio system, a USB port, and BMW`s iDrive infotainment system with a 6.5-inch screen. Available features include a 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, satellite radio, smartphone app integration, a rearview camera, and a head-up display. An upgraded iDrive system, with an 8.8-inch display, navigation, and a touchpad controller, is also available.

The dashboard controls are effortless for the driver to reach, and the upgraded iDrive infotainment system draws praise for its user-friendliness. The touchpad lets you write out letters and numbers with your finger, making it lighter to put addresses into the navigation system or search for nearby attractions, and the intuitive menus are effortless to navigate.

The base Infiniti QX30 comes standard with dual-zone automatic climate control, a six-speaker audio system, a 7-inch touch screen, Bluetooth, two USB ports, HD Radio, satellite radio, and a rearview camera. The Mercedes-Benz GLA comes standard with dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth, a USB port, and an infotainment system with a 7-inch display screen.

X1 Spectacle

X1 Engine: Spirited Acceleration

The BMW X1 features a turbocharged Two.0-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out two hundred twenty eight horsepower with vigorous acceleration. The eight-speed automatic transmission isn’t one of the best around, but it gets the job done. Its fattest flaw – sometimes hesitating to downshift – can be mitigated by putting the X1 into Sport mode. That’s one of three selectable drive modes that alter spectacle; the other two are Convenience and Eco Pro.

Powering the Mercedes GLA250 and GLA250 4Matic is a turbocharged Two.0-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out two hundred eight horsepower. The AMG GLA45 has a 375-horsepower, turbocharged Two.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The base GLA250 has slew of power and brisk acceleration. However, the AMG GLA45`s potent engine power and heartier throttle sound make it a blast to drive.

A 208-horsepower, turbocharged Two.0-liter four-cylinder engine powers the Infiniti QX30. It comes mated to a seven-speed automated manual transmission.

The base X1 model is more engaging than its competitors. Its potent acceleration makes it effortless to pass other cars on the highway, and the engine produces enough power for most driving situations.

X1 Gas Mileage: A Bit Above Average

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 gets an EPA-estimated twenty three mpg in the city and thirty two mpg on the highway. That’s a bit better than the class average, however it still lags slightly behind the Mercedes-Benz GLA’s fuel economy ratings of twenty four mpg in the city and thirty three mpg on the highway. The Infiniti QX30 is also rated at 24/33 mpg city/highway.

The four-wheel-drive versions of the X1, GLA, and QX30 all get lower gas mileage ratings. With AWD, the QX30’s estimates drop to twenty one mpg in the city and thirty on the highway. The X1`s xDrive28i shows a slight drop to 22/31 mpg city/highway. And the GLA250 4Matic is rated at 23/31 mpg city/highway.

All three SUVs use premium fuel. The QX30 and GLA with front-wheel drive have annual fuel costs of $1,600. The X1 is not much higher at $1,650.

X1 Rail and Treating: Joy to Drive

The BMW X1 is possibly the most fun-to-drive car in the class. It treats well and has a taut turning radius, making it very maneuverable. Front-wheel drive is freshly standard for 2017, but the X1 is still available with all-wheel drive, which enhances your road grip.

The Mercedes GLA’s treating feels agile and secure through turns. However, its athleticism results in a firmer rail. The Infiniti QX30 treats more like a convenient commuter car than a sharply tuned sports car.

The X1 is the best of the class. It manages to produce taut steering without sacrificing convenience.

X1 Reliability

Is the BMW X1 Reliable?

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 receives a predicted reliability rating of three out of five from J.D. Power and Associates. That means its reliability is expected to be about average compared with other vehicles on the road. Most SUVs in this class receive the same rating, but the Mercedes-Benz GLA receives a four, which means it’s expected to be more reliable than most other vehicles.

BMW X1 Warranty

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 is backed by a three-year/36,000-mile limited warranty. Infiniti covers the QX30 with a four-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty, while the Mercedes GLA is backed by a four-year/50,000-mile warranty.

X1 Safety

X1 Crash Test Results

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rates the BMW X1 a Top Safety Pick. It earns a Good rating, the best possible, in all five IIHS crash tests. The IIHS gives the X1`s optional front crash prevention feature an Advanced rating, its 2nd highest. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has not conducted crash tests on the X1.

The Infiniti QX30 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA have not been evaluated by the IIHS or NHTSA.

X1 Safety Features

The X1 is the only vehicle in the class that doesn’t come standard with any active safety features. It does suggest several as options, however, including front and rear parking sensors and adaptive cruise control.

Which BMW X1 Model Is Right for Me?

The X1 offers two trim choices: the front-wheel drive sDrive28i ($33,100) and the all-wheel drive xDrive28i (for an extra $Two,000). All-wheel drive is the only difference inbetween these two trims. Both trims feature a turbocharged Two.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The right model for you depends on how you drive and what sort of conditions you usually drive in. The all-wheel drive X1 supplies better foul-weather treating and surer grip through taut turns.

Standard features in the X1 include push-button commence, automatic climate control, Bluetooth, HD Radio, a seven-speaker audio system, a USB port, and BMW`s iDrive infotainment system with a 6.5-inch screen.

You can add optional features through various packages. Some, such as the Driver Assistance package ($1,150), include active safety features like a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, and park assist. More-advanced features come in the Driver Assistance Plus package ($700), which adds lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and low speed collision mitigation.

Other packages include the Premium package ($Three,250), which adds a panoramic moonroof and LED headlights. The Technology package ($Two,550) features a larger infotainment screen, a touchpad controller for the infotainment system, navigation, and a head-up display. The Cold Weather package for $550 adds heated front seats and a heated steering wheel so you can stay warm when you climb into your car on a freezing winter morning.

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The Final Call

The two thousand seventeen BMW X1 is a solid luxury subcompact SUV. It combines strong spectacle from its four-cylinder turbo engine with sturdy treating, while providing a convenient rail for cruising down the highway. The X1 has a roomy cabin, with two rows of supportive seats that remain convenient on long trips. Its cargo space is outstanding for the segment and rivals some larger SUVs. Additionally, the X1 gets the highest safety ratings in the class.

One drawback to the X1 is its lack of standard active safety features, but they’re available in relatively inexpensive option packages.

Don`t just take our word for it. Check out comments from some of the reviews that drive our rankings and analysis.

“The BMW X1 offers shoppers in the compact luxury crossover category an intriguing blend of spectacle, convenience and utility. If you’re looking for something that cleverly blurs the line inbetween a low-slung sedan and a high-riding SUV, the X1 is worth a test drive.” — Edmunds
“Priced to challenge with midsize luxury sedans, the X1 will make slew of sense to those who want opulence, versatility and the badge.” — Autoweek (2016)
“Middle-aged spread comes to the two thousand sixteen BMW X1 xDrive28i. And that’s not a bad thing. With a larger interior, larger capacity and more capabilities, it’s everything that a Sport Utility, er, Activity Vehicle buyer could want.” — Left Lane News (2016)