Pros: Impressive handling for an SUV; polished, refined interior; decent interior room, considering the compact exterior size
Cons: Compromised acceleration in ECO-PRO mode; some testers found the auto start/stop feature coarse and intrusive; M Sport package makes for a stiffer ride
CG Says: The smaller of BMW’s crossover compact sport-utility vehicles sees no changes of note for 2015. If you like BMW’s X3 and X5 crossovers, but find them too big or too pricey, be sure to drive an X1. We’re impressed with the 28i model’s power, and the handling is a treat. This small SUV maintains most of its bigger-sibling X3’s best features but concentrates them down to a more accessible, yet still handy, size. The X1 is a fine place to look for those who crave owning a premium brand but don’t necessarily want to pay the high prices that are usually part of the deal. Be careful picking extras though–it’s possible to add $10,000 or more to the sticker price.
| Class | Premium Compact SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Nation of Manufacture | Germany |
| Base Prices | sDrive28i: $31,850 AWD xDrive28i: $33,650 AWD xDrive35i: $39,750 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 240 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 22-23 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 32-34 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder |
| Horsepower 300 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 18 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 27 |
