WITH NEWLY-DESIGNED exterior elements, additional interior touchpoints and more choice of paints, upholsteries and trims, plus upgraded technology, the popular BMW X1 (which BMW calls a “sports activity vehicle) is sure to continue selling strongly.
“Since its debut in 2009, the BMW X1 has been one of our highest selling X models and continues to fuel the success of the BMW X range in Australia,” said CEO of BMW Group Australia, Vikram Pawah.
“The popular SAV continues to deliver great value and I’m sure the impressive redesign will resonate with our customers,” he said.
Styling beefed up
Echoing the modern BMW design language, the BMW X1 now sports a new and more muscular look.
From the front, the signature BMW kidney grille now comes as a single-piece and sits on top of the redesigned front apron. Consistent with the contemporary BMW appearance, standard LED headlights are hexagonal in shape.
Adaptive LED headlights including anti-dazzle matrix high-beam function are available as a part of the Driver Assistant Package for added night visibility and road safety.
The combination of new body coloured inlays, larger exhaust diameter (90mm) and full LED rear L-shaped lights augments the sporting stance.
Included in the lights package is a Welcome greeting whereby the ‘X1’ logo is projected onto the ground, creating an exclusive and inviting scenario. This is standard on sDrive20i and sDrive25i models. For sDrive18i and sDrive18d, lights package is available as a part of the Convenience Package option.
Interior and technological enhancements to comfort and practicality
The BMW X1 boot capacity remains unchanged with a volume of 505 litres that can be extended to 1,550 litres via flexible 40/20/40 rear folding seats. An automatic tailgate is standard for sDrive20i and xDrive25i, adding to the convenience of loading and unloading.
The navigation system featuring an 8.8-inch touch screen display is available for the sDrive18i and sDrive18d. For sDrive20i and xDrive25i, Navigation Plus comes as standard which includes prominent 10.25-inch touch display and full-colour BMW Head-up Display.
Standard across the BMW X1 LCI range, the Wireless Smartphone Charging tray is located in the front centre armrest, allowing for convenient on-the-go charging.
Standard specification highlights for the BMW X1 range
The sDrive18i and sDrive18d standard equipment highlights including:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Sensatec upholstery
- Navigation System with a 8.8-inch touch display
- Sport leather steering wheel
- xLine
- Apple CarPlay
- Driving Assistant and Parking Assistant including Reversing Camera
- LED headlights
- Wireless smartphone charging
- Interior mirror with Anti-Dazzle
sDrive20i adds the following additional equipment highlights:
- Navigation System Plus with a 10.25-inch touch display
- Head-Up Display
- Automatic Tailgate
- Lights package
The range topping xDrive25i offers greater performance and further equipment including:
- xDrive
- Leather upholstery
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Heated front seats
- Comfort Access
- Anti-Dazzle interior and exterior mirrors
- Lumbar support
- Electric seat adjustment
- Rear seat adjustment
- Two-zone Automatic Air Conditioning
- M Sports steering
By model: performance and efficiency
| Model | Power (kW) | Torque (Nm) | 0-100km/h | Fuel Use | CO2 |
| sDrive18i | 103 | 220 | 9.6 | TBC | TBC |
| sDrive18d | 110 | 330 | 9.2 | TBC | TBC |
| sDrive20i | 141 | 280 | 7.6 | TBC | TBC |
| xDrive25i | 170 | 350 | 6.5 | TBC | TBC |
Key dimensions
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,447mm |
| Width | 1,821mm |
| Height | 1,598mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670mm |
Condition Based Servicing
All maintenance requirements for the BMW X1 are controlled by the Condition Based Servicing (CBS) system.
With CBS, sensors and advanced algorithms monitor and calculate the conditions in which a vehicle is used, including mileage, time elapsed since its last service, fuel consumption and how a vehicle is driven. Based on the information captured, maintenance requirements are determined, identifying whether an annual vehicle inspection or oil service is due.
Selected BMW service and maintenance costs can be covered by a single, one-off advance payment with BMW Service Inclusive (BSI), which is available in two packages: Basic or Plus.
BMW X1 LCI range pricing (all prices plus on road costs)
sDrive18i $44,500
sDrive18d $49,900
sDrive20i $48,500
xDrive25i $62,900
Once we have tested and assessed the new BMW X1 LCI, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.