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Car Review - BMW X1 sDrive16i xLine (A)
17 Dec 2022  |  BMW Reviews
With a small engine that puts out a Cat A COE-friendly power output and a distinctive, bold design with stronger proportions, will the new X1 be your choice?
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What We Dislike
Despite being eligible for Cat A COE, it is still somewhat pricey at $241,888
The lack of performance in the upper rev range might dull the driving experience on longer road trips
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Audi Q3 1.5 TFSI (A) and BMW X1 sDrive16i M Sport (A)
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   Consumer Reviews of BMW X1
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3.5
 
3 Consumer Reviews
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Comfort
3.5 Reliability
3.0
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Handling
4.0 Features
3.5
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Exterior Styling
3.0 Interior Design
4.0
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Value for money
3.0 Engine Performance
3.0

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aerolith
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37 reviews
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0 forum posts Joined on 07-Apr-2021
This BMW X1 ticks all the right boxes  Posted on 19 Mar 2023
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Comfort 4.0 Reliability 4.0
Handling 4.0 Features 4.0
Exterior Styling 3.0 Interior Design 5.0
Value for money 4.0 Engine Performance 3.0
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Review
If you're looking for a small premium crossover but still want a premium interior, this X1 should be your first choice. Throw in a premium ride and those tasty 19-inch rims and well...

What I like
Strong looks and a quality ride. The X1 has grown all around but you'd hardly notice given the huge growth in angles and surface treatment all about. Opt for the xLine car and you'll get some tasty chrome bits in the bumpers.

And those 19-inch rims also don't dent the ride comfort of the car much. It still feels like there's plenty of suspension travel on offer, held with well judged dampers and springs.

Build quality within is also impressive while looking thoroughly modern. It seems like most rival in the segment only manage one of the two.

What I do not like
Nil.


Comite
Neutral Newbie
1 reviews
3 points
4 forum posts Joined on 17-Nov-2014
Good driving dynamic, beware of 3 cylinder engine & after sales  Posted on 14 Mar 2023
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Comfort 3.0 Reliability 1.0
Handling 4.0 Features 3.0
Exterior Styling 4.0 Interior Design 4.0
Value for money 2.0 Engine Performance 3.0
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Review
Test driven the vehicle, I must say the interior is a massive upgrade from previous gen, comes with driver assistance and alert such as land departure warning, pre collision warning etc.
Good driving dynamics, BMW being BMW, but its 19-inch wheel may be too hard for some people.
Boxy and appealing exterior style, nothing to shout about considering its hefty price tag.
Lack of hybrid drivetrain makes this new model, especially with its 121hp output inferior compared to other makes and model.
But being current owner of F48, I am troubled by the same 3-cylinder engine, which carries unfixable issue like vibration during engine startup, coarse engine sound during idle, which made this premium small car not that premium after all.
It has failed me on several occasion, engine mount crack, oil leak, crank shaft pulley noise, yellow ageing LED running lights, are some issues need to beware and accept when make decision to buy.
Otherwise, it is a good-looking branded car that makes you smile when driving around town.

What I like
Fully equipped exterior styling, nice grille design
Boxy looking
Roomy interior
Longitudinal dual screen
Useful and not too overly complicated assistance technology
Driving dynamics

What I do not like
Past experience with 3-cylinder engine
Reliability issues may pop up sooner than you think
Bad after-sales service
Repair and servicing experience really disappointing
No hybrid option
Hefty price tag for CAT A car


quippery
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56 reviews
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0 forum posts Joined on 07-Apr-2021
A great junior luxury crossover  Posted on 12 Mar 2023
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Comfort 4.0 Reliability 4.0
Handling 4.0 Features 4.0
Exterior Styling 3.0 Interior Design 4.0
Value for money 3.0 Engine Performance 3.0
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Review
It's the junior of BMW's SUV lineup, and comes with 121bhp, which isn't all that generous, but don't underestimate this X1 - it's quite the capable thing.

What I like
Its looks may not win the hearts of many but the drive certainly will. It's quiet, feels large behind the wheel, and build quality is excellent everywhere you care to look.

I'm not too sure about the gear selector design, but that floating centre console undeniably frees up space for all the stuff you'd carry in your wallet, and the infotainment system is clear and easy enough to operate.

Comfort levels are decent, even in the M Sport variant, although suppleness over bad surfaces is compromised because of the beefier suspension.

And boot space is also great. Not the tallest, of course, this is only a crossover, but its deep. Very deep.

What I do not like
There's something I can't quite put my finger on when it comes to the looks of the thing. Too much emphasis and lines pointing to the grille at the front, and too much going on full stop at the rear.

BMW X1
3.5 stars - based on 3 reviews