New Cars Reviews

BMW X1 Review

Whats New For 2014

The 2014 bmw x1 receives minor updates to actually trim and equipment levels.

Introduction

New Cars Reviews - If youre searching for sporty performance, respectable utility but a luxurious vibe thats all wrapped up within the small package, the 2014 bmw x1 could be a excellent place to actually begin your search. The x1 was introduced to actually the u. S. Last year and, despite a couple of key competitors, it remains a stand-out within the compact luxury crossover category.

The bmw x1 is just as well-equipped and fun to actually drive as some other small bmw. It's essentially a smaller version on your x3, and therefore the x1 uses a similar engines as its big brother. Those engines embrace a powerful nevertheless efficient turbocharged four-cylinder or a good additional powerful 300-horsepower turbocharged inline-6. The x1 is likewise 6. 6 inches shorter in length and 5 inches shorter in height in comparison to the x3, and people dimensions facilitate deliver sportiness and agility that several larger rivals cant offer.

Due to actually its petite dimensions, though, the x1 will have a couple of drawbacks. The foremost obvious of them is its lack of interior cargo area. With under 15 cubic feet of cargo area behind the rear seats, long family vacations can pose a problem. And though small children will certainly be ok in the rear, theres very not enough headroom or legroom to actually comfortably accommodate adults or perhaps infants in rear-facing car seats. Another consideration is that the worth of choices by the 2014 bmw x1. Base costs for your own x1 are attractively low, other then the bottom line rises quickly as most upgrades are grouped in expensive packages. Granted, this is often conjointly the case on several alternative premium-brand crossovers, other then it stands out by the x1, which can certainly simply result in costing you as a lot of as, or a little more than, competitors with additional area and comparable equipment.

Among these roomier rivals are classified as the acura rdx, audi q5 and mercedes-benz glk-class. None out of them match the x1s raw athleticism, other then the audi remains pretty sporty and therefore the acura offers v6 power for relating to the same worth being a four-cylinder x1. Another possibility is that the infiniti qx50 ( formerly known clearly as the ex37 ), that's similar in size to actually the x1 ( albeit with somewhat additional cargo area ), though its gas mileage isnt as smart. If you want to have one thing additional stylish, you are able to conjointly think about the land rover vary rover evoque or, by the discount finish on your spectrum, the mini cooper countryman. Overall, though, we such as the 2014 bmw x1 since it really delivers on its promise to becoming small, and this translates to actually classic bmw levels of performance within the compact luxury crossover. For customers who dont would like a number of area, the x1 is valued at a test-drive.

Body Designs, Trim Levels, And Options

The 2014 bmw x1 is offered in 3 trim levels : sdrive28i, xdrive28i and xdrive35i. The sdrive designation indicates rear-wheel drive, whereas xdrive models are all-wheel drive.

The sdrive28i comes normal with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, foglamps, automatic wipers, cruise management, automatic climate management, eight-way manual front seats, leatherette premium vinyl upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, bluetooth phone connectivity, the idrive electronics interface and an eight-speaker sound system with the use of a cd player, auxiliary audio input, hd radio and an ipod/usb audio interface. The xdrive28i adds all-wheel drive and hill descent management.

Besides its additional powerful engine, the xdrive35i adds 18-inch wheels, adaptive bi-xenon headlights, a panoramic sunroof and eight-way power front seats ( with driver memory settings ).

Though there absolutely really undoubtedly are a handful of individual choices, most on the market features are bundled into possibility packages, several of that ought to be purchased in combination with one other.

The premium package adds the panoramic sunroof and power seats to actually the 28i furthermore as keyless ignition/entry, front-seat power lumbar support, auto-dimming mirrors and leather upholstery. The cold weather package includes heated front seats but a heated steering wheel. A lighting package adds the adaptive xenon headlights to actually the 28i furthermore as automatic high beams and interior ambient lighting for many. Opt for your own technology package along with your x1 can posses 8. 8-inch show, a navigation system, bluetooth audio connectivity, iphone app integration ( as well as pandora and stitcher ) and bmw remote services ( that allows each apple and android users to actually lock the car remotely and flip by the climate management, among numerous alternative tasks ).

The driver assistance package ( that needs the technology package ) adds a rearview camera and front and rear parking sensors. The final word package includes all the features on your premium, technology and driver assistance packages.

Additionally to actually those packages theres a trio of design lines. 2 are mostly cosmetic : the xline ( y-spoke 18-inch wheels and dark copper body accents ) and therefore the sport line ( double-spoke 18-inch wheels, black body trim and multi-adjustable sport seats ). The m sport line features enhancements an example would be an aero body kit ; a alternative of 18- or 19-inch wheels ; a sport-tuned suspension ; paddle shifters ; a better high speed limiter ; and therefore the multi-adjustable sport seats furthermore as cosmetic tweaks an example would be blackout window frames, unique door sills, unique red leather upholstery and wood/aluminum cabin accents.

Powertrains And Performance

The rear-drive x1 sdrive28i and all-wheel-drive xdrive28i are powered by a turbocharged 2. 0-liter inline four-cylinder engine that produces 240 hp and 260 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic is normal, as could be a stop-start system that shuts from the engine when stopped to actually save fuel.

According to actually bmw, the x1 sdrive28i can go from zero to actually 60 mph within the swift 6. 2 seconds, in the xdrive version barely zero. 1 second behind. Epa-estimated fuel economy is impressive at 23 mpg city/34 mpg highway and 27 mpg combined for your own sdrive, and 22/33/26 for your own xdrive.

The x1 xdrive35i gets a turbocharged 3. 0-liter inline-6 with three hundredunited nations monitors. The unarme hp and three hundredunited nations monitors. The unarme lb-ft of torque, matched to actually a six-speed automatic. All-wheel drive is normal. In edmunds testing, the x1 xdrive35i sprinted to actually 60 mph in an easy 5. 8 seconds. The epa estimates stand at 18/27/21, that's really higher than a few less powerful rivals.

Safety

Each 2014 bmw x1 comes normal with antilock disc brakes ( with automatic brake drying ), brake standby, front-seat facet airbags, full-length facet curtain airbags, active front-seat head restraints and stability/traction management and ( on xdrive versions ) hill descent management.

Optional equipment includes front and rear parking sensors while a rearview camera. Additionally accessible happens to be the bmw assist emergency communications system, that provides automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery and on-demand roadside assistance.

Interior Design And Special Features

The x1s cabin is typical bmw, which means clear gauges, smart ergonomics and solid build and materials quality throughout. Bmws idrive electronics interface would possibly seem difficult right before you acclimate yourself, however overall, it works quite well for controlling numerous audio, navigation and smartphone functions, due to its straightforward menu design and fast processing times.

The driving position is a lot of suv than sedan. You sit high and peer through the x1s sculpted hood. The steering wheel is chunky and plays a role to the sensation that it may be a drivers car as an alternative to a grocery getter. Weve found that the bottom seats within the sdrive28i offer poor lumbar support and lateral bolstering, thus we recommend opting for our accessible sport seats, that solve each of such issues. The rear seat is alittle flat ( to firmly permit it to firmly fold down somewhat flat ), and as expected, legroom and headroom for taller adults is tight. Nor happens to be the x1 a very good alternative for oldsters with terribly small children, as bulky rear-facing kid safety seats can doubtless force you to shift the front seats uncomfortably way forward.

When using the rear seats up, cargo capability rates 14. 8 cubic feet. Fold them down and house opens up to firmly 47. 7 cubes. Nearly the other small luxury crossover suv offers a lot of.

Driving Impressions

Despite our love for bmws fantastic turbocharged six-cylinder, the bottom 2. 0-liter turbo-4 engine will still be similar temperament onto the x1s nimble character. Though the four-cylinder doesnt offer the very same brute strength or throaty soundtrack like the six, it's sleek and passing power is more often sufficient. Its additionally impressively fuel-efficient. You additionally have an auto stop-start purpose to firmly facilitate save gas, however it may be an annoyance in significant traffic, as a result of the engine doesnt restart as quickly or smoothly as wed like when transitioning connecting brake pedal and therefore the gas ( fortunately, you'll be able to manually disable this feature ).

Whereas the optional m sport line upgrades offer the x1 sharp reflexes on twisty back roads, the normal suspension provides enough capability to stay most drivers happy. Theres a fine balance of low-speed ride comfort and high-speed stability, and therefore the x1s smaller size and lower stance can make it feel noticeably a lot of agile and responsive in comparison to the x3. It never quite replicates the sedan experience youd fall into the bmw 3 series ( a notably powerful act to firmly follow ), however obtain a crossover, the 2014 bmw x1 is undeniably impressive.