2017 BMW X1 review
BMW X1 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Strong engine performance
- Great handling
- Plenty of standard luxuries
Cons
- It may not be as fuel-sipping as some rivals
- Sport may be too rough for some drivers
- Leather seats aren't standard
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 31 highway, 25 combined
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A peppy SUV with luxury galore
Are you looking for a smaller SUV that doesn't compromise on performance, luxury, or handling? The 2017 BMW X1 is a fantastic option. You'll find the X1 is just as ready for weekend fun as it is a soothing escape from a long day at work. Press the gas pedal, and you'll find out — quickly — what sets the BMW X1 apart from less performance-oriented SUVs. And with an available all-wheel-drive system, the X1 is as versatile as it is feisty.
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What is new for the 2017 BMW X1?
- The X1 is available in a new trim called the SDrive28i.
- Blind Spot Monitor features are now available as options on select trims.
BMW X1 photos
5 reasons to buy the 2017 BMW X1
1. It's ready to get up and go
The 2017 BMW X1's engine is ready to go whenever you are. All 2017 X1s come with a turbocharged 2.0L inline four-cylinder engine, producing 228 horsepower to send you and your passengers from zero to 60 mph in just 6.5 seconds. M Sport trims kick the fun into the next gear with a sport-tuned suspension, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, and an aerodynamic body kit.
2. Luxury everywhere you look
The 2017 BMW X1 is a subcompact SUV, but there's nothing substandard about its features. The X1 has 18-inch wheels, rain-sensing wipers, a power liftgate, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Dial up your relaxation with an eight-way power front seat, driver seat memory settings, and a standard seven-speaker sound system. No matter where you glance, you'll spy luxury in the 2017 X1.
3. Versatile enough for any trip
Whether you're looking for a small luxury SUV to commute to work or get out of town to commune with nature, the 2017 X1 is up to the task. Shop for the sDrive28i trim for a capable front-wheel drive experience. Or keep an eye out for xDrive28i trims for all-wheel drive, with included hill descent control, for whatever nature has in mind.
4. The X1 keeps tech in mind
Connect your smartphone to the 2017 X1 via Bluetooth® connectivity and use BMW's iDrive system, with a touchpad controller, to view the 6.5-inch infotainment screen. Raise the bar even higher by shopping for an X1 with an available 8.8-inch display and navigation system. With the X1, you're bound to find the tech that fits your needs.
5. Standard features and then some
The 2017 X1 boasts standard features, including emergency brake assist, active front-seat head restraints, and front knee airbags. Some available trim models add a frontal collision warning and mitigation system, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring. When it comes to features, the X1 packs plenty.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.9 out of 5
7 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 6 |
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| 4 Stars | 1 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 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.
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SDrive28i 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Alloy Wheels
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
228
Torque (ft-lbs)
258
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
16.1
Wheelbase
105.1"
Overall length
174.8"
Width
71.7"
Height
63.5"
Leg room
F 40.4"/R 37"
Head room
F 42"/R 39.4"
Front tires
P225/50HR18
Rear tires
P225/50HR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2017 BMW X1 FAQ
The 2017 BMW X1 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SDrive28i: 23 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- XDrive28i: 22 MPG City and 31 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 2017 BMW X1 has received an average 4.9 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2017 BMW X1, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2017 BMW X1 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2017 BMW X1:
- SDrive28i
- Blind Spot Monitor
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Cruise Control
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