2015 BMW X1 review
BMW X1 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Sporty handling
- Performance engine option
- Some trims have all-wheel drive
Cons
- Compact rear seat
- Cargo space is limited
- Comparable competitors may offer more for the same price
Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 27 highway, 21 combined
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Small in size, big on fun
The X1 packs plenty of power and luxurious pizazz into its sub-compact SUV size. You'll love the X1's standard turbocharged 2.0L engine with 240 horses, or shop for the available 300-horsepower version for peak performance. The X1 lives up to BMW's long-standing focus on the driver, giving you agile handling and an optional all-wheel drive system ready for any road condition. With standard leatherette seats, an eight-speaker stereo system, and heated mirrors, you've got luxury at your fingertips. With the X1, you're equally prepared for a weekday commute or a weekend away.
All BMW X1 years
What is new for the 2015 BMW X1?
- X1 trims have been upgraded with Rear Sunshade as standard equipment this year.
- Lane Departure Warning features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 BMW X1
1. Plenty of performance
The X1 comes standard with a TwinPower turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. That's enough oomph to put a smile on your face every time you climb behind the wheel. You can dial the fun up even more by shopping for the X1' xDrive35i trim with a 3.0LTwinPower turbocharged six-cylinder that bumps the performance up to 300 horses and 300 lb-ft of torque. No matter which engine you choose, the X1 is ready to go.
2. Available all-wheel drive at the ready
The X1's near 50/50 weight distribution makes the standard rear-wheel-drive system agile in any weather conditions. You can increase the X1's capabilities by opting for the xDrive28i or xDrive35i, both with all-wheel drive. To wring the most out of the X1's handling, shop for an X1 with the Performance Control for optimized engine power and braking management.
3. Less time at the pump, more fun
All of the X1's engine performance doesn't mean you'll have pain at the fuel pump. The 2015 X1 comes with an automatic engine stop-start feature to conserve fuel when stopped. The rear-wheel drive X1 sDrive28i and the all-wheel drive xDrive28i both have a combined EPA-estimated 26 mpg, meaning fewer stops at the gas station.
4. Handles like a dream
The X1's agile handling comes from the SUV's low profile and short 108.7-inch wheelbase. Look for the M Sport trim if you want a sport suspension and aerodynamic body kit on the front and rear bumpers and side skirts. Available steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, standard on the M Sport, keep your hands right where you need them.
5. Luxury comes standard
The X1 doesn't hold back on the luxuries, with a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated mirrors, leatherette seats, and an eight-speaker stereo system all standard. The Sport Line trim gives you bolstered front sport seats, while the M Sport trim has available 19-inch rims, high-gloss black roof rails, and sport suspension.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4 out of 5
10 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 5 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 2 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 2 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the BMW X1 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks BMW X1 11th out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the BMW X1BMW X1 features and specs
SDrive28i 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Run Flat Tires
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
240
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
16.6
Wheelbase
108.7"
Overall length
176.5"
Width
70.8"
Height
60.8"
Leg room
F 41.4"/R 34.9"
Head room
F 41.3"/R 39.7"
Front tires
P225/50HR17
Rear tires
P225/50HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2015 BMW X1 FAQ
The 2015 BMW X1 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- XDrive28i : 22 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- SDrive28i : 23 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- XDrive35i : 18 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
The BMW X1 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the BMW X1 as 10 out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUV
The 2015 BMW X1 has received an average 4.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 BMW X1, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 BMW X1 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2015 BMW X1:
- Rear Sunshade
- Lane Departure Warning
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