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 Nissan Qashqai Comparison
BMW X1
Nissan Qashqai
2024 BMW
X1
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2024 Nissan
Qashqai
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CarExpert Score
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Based on the BMW X1 M35i xDRIVE
Based on the Nissan Qashqai TI e-POWER (HYBRID)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
54L
351 to 421 km
55L
286 to 336 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$60,400 - $90,900
$33,890 - $52,090
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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
- (Generally) refined hybrid system
- Impressive interior design
- Solid real-world efficiency
Misses
- No getting away from the price
- Not quite as efficient as some rivals
- Engine can be coarse at times
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)
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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.
- Gun Metallic
- Ceramic Grey
- Platinum
- Burgundy
- Fuji Sunset Red
- Ivory Pearl
- Magnetic Blue
- Pearl Black
ST+ grades and above can be optioned with two tone designs, namely:
- Ivory Pearl with Pearl Black Roof
- Pearl Black with Gun Metallic Roof
- Fuji Sunset Red with Pearl Black Roof
- Two-tone Ceramic Grey with Pearl Black Roof
- Magnetic Blue with Pearl Black Roof
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1499 - 1998 | 1332 - 1497 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 1.3L, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, TURBO 3 | TURBO 4, TURBO 3 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 16 | 12 - 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 233kW | 110kW - 140kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4400 - 5750 | 4500 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 230Nm - 400Nm | 250Nm - 330Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 1600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.5 - 11 | 8 - 10.3 | |
