Starting this fall, the BMW X model family will welcome its newest member, the X1 compact crossover SUV, which fits neatly below the larger X3, X5 and X6 siblings. For the United States, the X1 is expected to arrive in calendar year 2011.

Aimed at a younger audience, the compact proportions of the new BMW X1 should give you the agility and versatility of compact cars (C-segment, mid-low) with the technical substance of a modern premium vehicle made by the largest luxury car manufacturer. of the world.

The body of the X1 is 4.45 meters (175.2″) long, which is significantly longer than the other Series 1 models (4.24 meters / 166.9″ for the 3-door and 5-door bodies). , or 4.36 meters / 171.7” in Series 1 coupe and convertible).

In terms of wheelbase, the X1 enjoys a fairly long dimension for the compact segment (2.76 meters / 108.7”). It is equal to the Series 3 wheelbase (the X1 is a variation of the Series 3 platform), significantly longer than the wheelbase of the Series 1 models (2.66 meters / 104.7 ”) and slightly shorter than the 2.79 meter /110” wheelbase of the X3 (learn more about the main exterior and interior dimensions of the new BMW X1).

On the practical side, the rear seat comes with an adjustable (angled) backrest and folds down into a 40/20/20 split, expanding the boot capacity from its original 420 liters to a maximum of 1,350 litres. Above 5 passengers, an electric panoramic glass roof is available as an option.

Depending on the model variant, the X1 offers petrol and diesel engines, rear-wheel drive (sDrive versions) or all-wheel drive (xDrive) technology, as well as a range of BMW EfficientDynamics functions including Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start Stop, and a gear shift point indicator.

Standard features include three-point inertia reel seat belts, front and side airbags, as well as side head airbags, adaptive brake lights, and daytime running lights. Options include xenon headlights, adaptive headlights, and a high beam assist.

The X1’s active safety features include high-precision power steering (rack and pinion), high-performance brakes, Dynamic Stability Control including Dynamic Traction Control and, as an option, Performance Control that acts on the brakes.

Along with the optional Business and Professional navigation systems, the X1 is equipped with the latest generation of BMW iDrive, which includes a controller and direct selection buttons in the center console, a control display integrated in the instrument panel and favorite buttons. under the control panel. for standard air conditioning.

Sophisticated HiFi systems are available as an alternative to the standard audio system, and the AUX-In port also standard can be supplemented by a USB interface. Optional driver assistance systems and a wide range of BMW ConnectedDrive services are also available with the new model.

The X1 will launch with the following engine and transmission variants:

*** X1 xDrive28i: In-line six-cylinder petrol engine with magnesium/aluminum composite crankcase, VALVETRONIC and dual VANOS.

Capacity: 2996 cc, maximum power: 190 kW/258 hp (255 bhp) at 6600 rpm. Maximum torque: 310 Nm/228 lb-ft from 2,600 to 3,000 rpm.

Transmission: six-speed automatic. Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.8 sec. Top speed: 205 km/h (127 mph). 230 km/h or 143 mph with optional high-speed configuration.

– Urban fuel consumption according to EU standard: 13 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 21.7 mpg imp, 18.1 mpg USA, 7.7 km/litre). Urban fuel range (range) would be estimated at 484 km (301 mi) with a full 63-litre fuel tank.

– Extra-urban fuel consumption: 7.3 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 38.7 mpg imp, 32.2 mpg USA, 13.7 km/litre). Extra-urban fuel range is 863 km (536 mi).

– Combined fuel consumption: 9.4 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 30.0 mpg imp, 25.0 mpg USA, 10.64 km/litre). Combined fuel range is 670 km (416 mi).

– CO2 emissions according to EU regulations: 219 g/km. Emission standard: EU5.

*** X1 xDrive23d: four-cylinder diesel engine with aluminum crankcase, BMW TwinPower Turbo and common rail direct fuel injection.

Capacity: 1,995 cc, maximum power: 150 kW/204 hp (201 bhp) at 4,400 rpm. Maximum torque: 400 Nm/295 lb-ft from 2,000 to 2,250 rpm.

Transmission: six-speed automatic. Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.3 sec. Top speed: 205 km/h (127 mph). (223 km/h or 138 mph with optional high-speed configuration).

– Urban consumption according to EU standard: 7.8 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 36.2 mpg imp, 30.1 mpg USA, 12.8 km/litre). Urban fuel range (range) is 782 km (485 miles) with a full 61-litre fuel tank.

– Extra-urban consumption: 5.5 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 51.3 mpg imp, 42.7 mpg USA, 18.2 km/litre). Extra-urban fuel range is 1,109 km (689 mi).

– Mixed consumption: 6.3 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 44.8 mpg imp, 37.3 mpg USA, 15.8 km/litre). Combined fuel range is 968 km (601 mi).

– CO2 emissions: 167 g/km (EU5).

*** X1 xDrive20d: four-cylinder diesel engine with all-aluminum crankcase, turbocharger with variable intake geometry and common-rail direct fuel injection.

Capacity: 1995 cc, maximum power: 130 kW/177 hp (174 bhp) at 4000 rpm. Maximum torque: 350 Nm/258 lb-ft from 1,750 to 3,000 rpm.

Transmission: six-speed manual or optional six-speed automatic. Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.4 sec. Top speed: 205 km/h (127 mph). (213 km/h or 132 mph with optional high-speed configuration).

– Urban consumption (six-speed manual): 7.0 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 40.3 mpg imp, 33.6 mpg USA, 14.2 km/litre). City fuel range is 871 km (541 miles) with a full 61-litre fuel tank. Urban (optional six-speed automatic): 7.7 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 36.7 mpg imp, 30.5 mpg US, 12.9 km/litre). Fuel range is 792 km (492 miles) with a full 61-litre fuel tank.

– Extra-urban consumption (six-speed manual): 5.1 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 55.3 mpg imp, 46.1 mpg USA, 19.6 km/litre). Extra-urban fuel range is 1,196 km (743 mi). Extra urban (optional six-speed automatic): 5.4 l/100 kilometers (equal to 52.3 mpg imp, 43.5 mpg US, 18.5 km/l). Fuel range is 983 km (611 mi).

– Combined consumption (six-speed manual): 5.8 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 48.6 mpg imp, 40.5 mpg USA, 17.2 km/litre). Combined fuel range is 1,051 km (653 mi). Combined (optional six-speed automatic): 6.2 l/100 kilometers (equals 45.5 imp mpg, 37.9 mpg US, 16.1 km/l). Combined fuel range is 983 km (611 mi).

– CO2 emissions: 153 g/km (EU5).

*** X1 sDrive20d: four-cylinder diesel engine with all-aluminum crankcase, turbocharger with variable intake geometry and common-rail direct fuel injection.

Capacity: 1995 cc, maximum power: 130 kW/177 hp (174 bhp) at 4000 rpm. Maximum torque: 350 Nm/258 lb-ft from 1,750 to 3,000 rpm.

Transmission: six-speed manual. Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.1 sec. Top speed: 205 km/h (127 mph). (218 km/h or 135 mph with optional high-speed configuration).

– Urban consumption: 6.4 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 44.1 mpg imp, 36.7 mpg USA, 15.6 km/litre). City fuel range is 953 km (592 miles) with a full 61-litre fuel tank.

– Extra-urban consumption at EU standard: 4.7 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 60.0 mpg imp, 50.0 mpg USA, 21.2 km/litre). Extra-urban fuel range is 1,297 km (806 mi).

– Mixed consumption according to EU regulations: 5.3 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 53.2 mpg imp, 44.3 mpg USA, 18.8 km/litre). Combined fuel range is 1,150 km (715 mi).

– CO2 emissions: 139 g/km (EU5).

*** X1 xDrive18d: four-cylinder diesel engine with all-aluminum crankcase, turbocharger with variable intake geometry and common-rail direct fuel injection.

Capacity: 1,995 cc, maximum power: 105 kW/143 hp (141 bhp) at 4,000 rpm. Maximum torque: 320 Nm/236 lb-ft from 1,750 to 3,000 rpm.

Transmission: six-speed manual. Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.1 sec. Top speed: 195 km/h (121 mph).

– Urban consumption: 6.7 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 42.1 mpg imp, 35.1 mpg USA, 14.9 km/litre). City fuel range is 910 km (565 miles) with a full 61-litre fuel tank. – Extra-urban fuel consumption according to EU standard: 5.1 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 55.3 mpg imp, 46.1 mpg USA, 19.6 km/litre). Extra-urban fuel range is 1,196 km (743 mi).

– Mixed consumption: 5.7 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 49.5 mpg imp, 41.2 mpg USA, 17.5 km/litre). Combined fuel range is 1,070 km (664 mi).

– CO2 emissions: 150 g/km (EU5).

*** X1 sDrive18d: four-cylinder diesel engine with all-aluminum crankcase, turbocharger with variable intake geometry and common-rail direct fuel injection.

Capacity: 1,995 cc, maximum power: 105 kW/143 hp (141 bhp) at 4,000 rpm. Maximum torque: 320 Nm/236 lb-ft from 1,750 to 3,000 rpm.

Transmission: six-speed manual. Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.6 sec. Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph).

– Urban consumption: 6.1 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 46.3 mpg imp, 38.5 mpg USA, 16.4 km/litre). City fuel range is 1,000 km (621 miles) with a full 61-litre fuel tank.

– Extra-urban consumption: 4.7 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 60.1 mpg imp, 50.0 mpg USA, 21.2 km/litre). Extra-urban fuel range is 1,297 km (806 mi).

– Mixed consumption: 5.2 ltr/100 kilometers (equal to 54.3 mpg imp, 45.2 mpg USA, 19.2 km/litre) with a fuel range of 1173 km (728 miles).

– CO2 emissions: 136 g/km (EU5).