BMW X1 (F48)

The F48 X1 is based on the modular front-wheel-drive-based UKL2 platform that is shared between BMW and MINI models,[8] instead of being based on the rear-wheel drive 3 Series Touring platform as with the previous generation X1.[9]

In comparison, the F48 X1 has a 90 mm (3.5 in) shorter wheelbase, and is 23 mm (0.9 in) wider, and 67 mm (2.6 in) taller compared to its predecessor. However, the new platform has allowed for increased interior legroom, headroom, and shoulder room.[10]

A long-wheelbase model for the Chinese market (F49 model code) was unveiled at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show, and features a 110 mm (4.3 in) longer wheelbase.[11] Long-wheelbase models share the same engines and also introduced a new all-wheel drive hybrid model called the xDrive25Le.[12] These models went on sale in May 2016.[13]

The xDrive25i is marketed as the xDrive28i in North American markets.[14]

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  2018 BMW X1 sDrive18i xLine
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  2016 BMW X1 xDrive25i M Sport
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  2016 BMW X1 xDrive25i M Sport
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  Interior

In May 2019, the facelifted LCI model was revealed on the official BMW website. Changes include new available LED headlights, bumpers (with LED taillights), new wheels, and a larger kidney grille reminiscent to other contemporary BMW models such as the F40 1 Series.[15]

The BMW X1 xDrive25e plug-in hybrid version was revealed in September 2019.[16]

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  2020 BMW X1 sDrive18i
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  2020 BMW X1 sDrive18i
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  2020 BMW X1 xDrive25e M Sport
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  2020 BMW X1 xDrive25e M Sport

All models get 17-inch alloy wheels, a roof rack, an electrically operated tailgate, a 6.5-inch iDrive system, cloth seats, and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.[17] The X1 is also offered in a Sport trim which adds sports seats, and in xLine and M Sport trim which adds heated leather seats.[18] Available options include a panoramic sunroof, an upgraded iDrive Navigation Plus system with an 8.8-inch touch display, and a head-up display.[19]

sDrive16d and 18i models are available with a 6-speed manual transmission and sDrive18i models can be upgraded to a 6-speed Automatic Transmission for 2016 to 2017 and a 7-speed Steptronic dual clutch transmission (DCT) from 2018 onwards. The rest of the model range receives the 8-speed Steptronic automatic manufactured by Aisin (AWF8F35) as standard from 2016 to 2017, and sDrive20i models receive a Steptronic 7-speed DCT (similar to the 2018-up sDrive18i) from 2018 onwards, while the rest of the range still gets the same 8-speed Steptronic automatic.

In September 2019, BMW revealed the X1 xDrive25e plug-in hybrid model, which combines a 1.5-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with a 9.7 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and a 94 hp (70 kW; 95 PS) electric motor.[20] The system output is 220 hp (164 kW; 223 PS) and 385 N⋅m (284 lb⋅ft) of torque. The petrol engine is paired with a 6-speed Steptronic automatic transmission. The pure electric range as per NEDC is 57 kilometres (35 mi).[21]

The 2015 BMW X1 scored five stars overall in its Euro NCAP test.[22]

Euro NCAP test results
BMW X1 sDrive18d, LHD (2015)

Test	Points	%
Overall:
Adult occupant:	34.5	90%
Child occupant:	43	87%
Pedestrian:	26.7	74%
Safety assist:	10.1	77%

In February 2019 Green NCAP assessed BMW X1 with 18d xDrive 4-cylinder diesel engine and manual transmission:

Green NCAP test results
BMW X1 (2019)[23]
18d 4x2 manual

Test	Points
Overall:
Clean Air Index: 9.4/10 Laboratory Tests HC CO NOx PN 8.7/9 Cold test 2.7/3 Warm test 2.7/3 Eco Mode 3.0/3 Sport Mode 9.0/9 Highway Road Test HC CO NOx PN 6.5/7 On-Road Drive Robustness
Energy Efficiency Index: 5.8/10 Laboratory Tests Energy Efficiency 7.5/10 Cold test 2.3/3 Warm test 2.3/3 Eco Mode 2.3/3 Sport Mode 5.3/10 Highway

The following are the production figures for the F48 X1:[24]

• 2015 Auto Bild "Golden Steering Wheel"[25]
• 2016 Auto motor und sport "Best Cars 2016"[26]
• 2016 Auto motor und sport "Value Master 2016"[27]
• 2017 Motor Trend "Best Subcompact Luxury SUV"[28]
• 2018 Auto motor und sport "Best Cars 2018"[29]

• Official website