That being said, the alluring price point, butch styling, and high wow factor of this new X1 should sufficiently move the metal, reserving BMW’s driving credo for the X3 and above. The X1 and X2 are BMW's least purchased SAVs. And, when driving in Sport on a curvy backroad the turbo comes on abruptly leading to noticeable torque steer and the front end washes out as you put the X1 through its paces. On the open road these characteristics are mostly masked but in around the town driving the X1 is exposed as something less than a BMW should be. The brake pedal feel is also poor leading to abrupt stops. The new gearbox coupled with the gruff stop-start system and aggressive throttle response makes driving in city traffic herky-jerky. The 2023 BMW X1 xDrive28i in a sporty driving shot.įeature-rich is the X1 but what about that hallmark BMW drive – can it exist in a vehicle that is primarily driven by the front wheels? Maybe, but not so much here. With over 8-inches of ground clearance BMW could do so much more in this regard to give the X1's tougher bark a little bite. It's also disappointing to not see any sort of off-road xDrive mode in order to lock in all-wheel drive. I’m sure the M Sport adaptive suspension would move things in a more positive direction but as is there’s nothing Ultimate about it. Without much BMW distinction other than the fact it's pretty quick 6.2-second 0-to-60 MPH time, I could be driving just about any small crossover here. Replacing the eight-speed automatic with a seven-speed dual clutch transmission helps bump up gas mileage 2 MPG to 28 MPG in mixed driving. Now rated at 241-horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, this 2.0-liter four-cylinder is also more efficient. A gain of 13 horsepower and a more sizable boost of 37 pound-feet of torque result in a zippier X1, quicker to 60 MPH by 0.1 second. The turbocharged engine has also been revised to reduce pumping losses and to deliver more power. The front-wheel drive variant known as sDrive is no longer, so all X1 are now equipped with all-wheel drive. The floating center console of the 2023 BMW X1 xDrive28i. At night, there’s brilliant ambient cabin lighting that pulsates to various inputs such as an incoming call. Your saved profile initiates and a wireless smartphone connection commences. The X1 wows as you approach with a welcome scenario of coordinated exterior lighting, welcome mat projection, automatic unlocking of the door and onscreen animations. So, there’s handsome design, lots of comfort and convenience features, flashy tech and slick lighting.
The X1 uses a different playbook than the rest of BMW’s lineup in that it prioritizes typical small crossover selling points over the brand’s Ultimate Driving Machine moniker.
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Inside, the new X1 flaunts a bigger, more modern curved touchscreen display spanning from in front of the driver to the center of the dash, a floating center console with storage space underneath and a clever wireless phone charger that sits vertically with a cushioned bar to hold the device in place akin to riding on a rollercoaster.
The front cabin and dashboard of the new 2023 BMW X1 xDrive28i in Mocha. And, with a starting MSRP of $40,095 it’s the least expensive new xDrive model you can buy. Longer, wider, taller and with a bit more ground clearance the X1 instantly becomes one of the most attractive models in the SAV range.
Its former car-like styling and low-slung proportions have grown into the beautiful San Remo Green example seen here. With this all-new third-generation model, the X1 has fully matured into a vehicle actually resembling an SUV.
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Surprisingly, that does not include adaptive cruise control which is part of the $1,700 Active Driving Assistant Pro package. This tester is upfitted with 19-inch wheels, a smattering of options and the all-encompassing Premium Package for an as-tested price of $47,295. The other two designs are the classically styled, no-cost Standard X1 and the $2,300 motorsport-inspired M Sport look, the latter including an adaptive suspension. Available in three designs, this is the bolder xLine style with satin aluminum trim, bi-color wheels, and a faux leather-trimmed dashboard at an added cost of $500.
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