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2012 BMW X1
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- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Driveaway
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- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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2012 BMW X1
Features & Specs
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Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
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Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
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2012 BMW X1
Available Variants
The BMW X1 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being M Sport.
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2012 BMW X1
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Power to Weight
75.6 - 94.64 kW/t
71.28 kW/t
99.04 kW/t
Boot Space
420 - 480 litres
420 litres
480 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.3 - 8.4 L/100km
5.2 L/100km
8.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
750 - 1,151 km
750 km
1,231 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 4 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,980 - 2,145 kg
1,980 kg
2,185 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 kg
1,400 kg
2,000 kg
Approach Angle
18°
18°
18.5°
Departure Angle
22.2°
15.9°
22.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
194 mm
127 mm
194 mm
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Sport Collection
2025
$72,900
Xline
2025
$79,188
Year
2025
Engine Type
1.5L Combustion
2.0L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
115 kW
150 kW
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2012 BMW X1
Dimensions
4,454 mm
1,798 mm
1,545 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,454 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,798 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,545 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,300 mm |
| Load Capacity | 550 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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BMW X1
Sales Data
20244,536Total Sales
20255,306Total Sales
2026722YTD Sales
BMW X1 Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2012 BMW X1
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW X1 is the base variant that starts from $43,900.
See all BMW X1 PricingThe most expensive BMW X1 is the M Sport variant that starts from $64,180.
See all BMW X1 PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW X1 is 1400 kg shared by all variants.
See all BMW X1 towing capacityThe largest BMW X1 is the base variant which measures 1798mm wide, 4454mm in length and sits 1545mm tall.
All variants of the BMW X1 have a maximum power of 150kW and 400nm of torque.
The BMW X1 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW X1 is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2145 kg.
The BMW X1 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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