8.3
2024 BMW X1 review
The last X1 was a strong seller, but not a class leader. The new model is a stronger package – and now has a proper performance option.
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Scott Collie
BMW X1 vs Lexus UX Comparison
BMW X1
Lexus UX
2024 BMW
X1
vs
2024 Lexus
UX
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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8.3
7.7
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Based on the BMW X1 M35i xDRIVE
Based on the Lexus UX SPORTS LUXURY
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
54L
351 to 421 km
NA
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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4 year
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MSRP
$60,400 - $90,900
$80,720 - $88,190
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Grown-up, spacious interior
- Packs a punch in a straight line
- Interior tech is mostly excellent
Misses
- Big price jump over xDrive20i
- Gets a bit busy over rough roads
- Interior technology can still be fiddly
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Impressively refined
- Much improved driving range
- Luxurious interior for a small SUV
Misses
- Slow DC fast charging
- Cramped back seats and boot
- Front-wheel drive only
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Individual Metallic Paint (+$2,500)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
- Premium Paint (+$1,750)
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X1 comes standard in non-metallic Alpine White, with a range of metallic finishes costing an extra $1800 or coming free as part of the Enhancement pack:
- Black Sapphire
- Phytonic Blue
- M Portimao Blue
- Sanremo Green
- Cape York Green
- Utah Orange
BMW Individual Storm Bay is a $2500 option, or $700 if you specify your X1 with the Enhancement pack.
The 2023 Lexus UX is available in the following exterior finishes:
- Sonic Quartz
- Titanium
- Sonic Chrome
- Onyx
- Graphite Black
- Caliente
- Khaki Metal
- Celestial Blue (Luxury and Sports Luxury only)
- Sonic Iridium (Luxury and Sports Luxury only) (NEW)
- Carnelian (F Sport only)
- White Nova (F Sport only)
- Cobalt Mica (F Sport only)
The UX is also available in the following interior colour schemes, depending on the variant.
- Black
- White Ash
- Rich Cream
- Hazel
- F Sport Black
- F Sport White
- F Sport Flare Red
The two-tone Cobalt interior from the pre-update range has been discontinued.
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1499 - 1998 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, TURBO 3 | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 233kW | 150kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4400 - 5750 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 230Nm - 400Nm | 300Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.5 - 11 | - | |
