Homevehicle reviews2023 BMW X1 Review and Specifications - Price Comparisons

2023 BMW X1 Review and Specifications – Price Comparisons

Affiliate link disclosure – The BMW Repair Guide uses affiliate links in their site. For more information on affiliate links, please click here.

Vehicle photos

Our Review

The BMW X1, now in its third generation, has been completely redesigned for 2023 with comprehensive improvements to its chassis, powertrain, and interior. An elegantly crafted exterior conceals a powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The revamped interior features a slightly larger size than last year and all the latest modern technology, including the BMW Curved Display and iDrive8 infotainment system. The X1 has always been the ideal compact SUV for those who prefer the handling and drive of a sedan, and that hasn't changed with the redesign. While the suspension is tuned more for comfort than sportiness, the car's refined handling and responsive steering enable it to navigate corners with ease and deliver a solid 6.2 second 0-60mph time.

2023 X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD - $38,600
Available Option Packages:
Convenience - $1,950
Panoramic moonroof - Bathe the cabin in light with the Panoramic moonroof. Its extra-large dual-glass panels include a power slide and lift control, a comfort opening/closing function, a wind deflector to help keep unwanted breezes out, and a power sunshade to shield passengers from excessive glare and heat.
Comfort Access - keyless entry This option offers convenient keyless access to your vehicle by carrying the remote key in a pocket or purse. Simply unlock doors by touching the handle.
Wireless Device Charging - A charging tray in the center console allows you to wirelessly charge your smartphone. The charging surface provides wireless inductive charging with an LED charge-level indicator.
Auto-dimming rearview mirror - Automatic-dimming interior rear-view mirror senses the bright headlights of vehicles behind you and automatically darkens.
Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors - Automatic-dimming interior and driver exterior side-view mirrors automatically darken when they sense the bright headlights of vehicles behind you. The exterior mirrors are power-adjustable and also include a fold-in function.
Premium - $4,200
Live Cockpit Pro with Head-Up Display - Add Live Cockpit Pro with Head-Up Display to the already standard BMW Curved Display and iDrive 8 – BMWs most advanced user experience ever.
Surround View w/ 3D View - Make certain your BMW is safe and where you parked it by seeing it remotely in 3D, right from your smartphone. Take a snapshot of your vehicle and monitor the area around it by simply using the My BMW App.
Harman Kardon surround sound system - Harman Kardon® surround sound system with 360-watts. This 12-speaker sound system includes tweeters, midrange speakers, and 2 bass speakers located under the front seats. This multi-channel system makes the cars cabin a colorful sound experience.
Interior Camera - With the overhead interior camera, you and your passengers can take snapshots or check on your interior remotely with the MyBMW app. The interior camera is also activated when the new Remote Theft Recorder is triggered. This system relays a message to the customer’s smartphone when the vehicle’s anti-theft alarm system is set off. The customer is then able to access and save the pictures from both the interior camera and the cameras at the front and rear of the vehicle and on its exterior mirrors.
Panoramic moonroof - Bathe the cabin in light with the Panoramic moonroof. Its extra-large dual-glass panels include a power slide and lift control, a comfort opening/closing function, a wind deflector to help keep unwanted breezes out, and a power sunshade to shield passengers from excessive glare and heat.
Comfort Access keyless entry - This option offers convenient keyless access to your vehicle by carrying the remote key in a pocket or purse. Simply unlock doors by touching the handle.
Wireless Device Charging - A charging tray in the center console allows you to wirelessly charge your smartphone. The charging surface provides wireless inductive charging with an LED charge-level indicator.
Anti Theft Recorder - The Anti Theft Recorder relays a message to your smartphone when the vehicle’s anti-theft alarm system is set off. You are able to access and save the pictures from both the interior camera, the cameras at the front and rear of the vehicle and on its exterior mirrors.
Universal garage-door opener - The BMW Universal garage-door opener can control up to three functions outside the vehicle and eliminate the clutter of remote controls.
Parking Assistant Plus - No need to fear parallel parking. Simply drive at a slow speed and the Parking Assistant Plus feature can find parking spaces on the right or left side. It offers a camera system that provides an aerial view of your vehicle, and also operates for perpendicular or parallel parking spaces. This semi-autonomous driving feature will take care of steering your car into a parking space, and the Back-up Assistant function will steer you out, while you control the speed and braking.
Auto-dimming rearview mirror - Automatic-dimming interior rear-view mirror senses the bright headlights of vehicles behind you and automatically darkens.
Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors - Automatic-dimming interior and driver exterior side-view mirrors automatically darken when they sense the bright headlights of vehicles behind you. The exterior mirrors are power-adjustable and also include a fold-in function.
Active Park Distance Control - Active Park Distance Control uses ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers to help you judge the distance to other vehicles and unseen objects when parking. The system uses an audible warning that beeps faster the closer you get to an object, turning into a constant tone when the distance is less than 12 inches. Automatic braking will engage when stationary objects are detected as you back up slowly, or if there are obstacles in the immediate vicinity in front of or behind the vehicle.
Shadowline - $300
Mirror Caps in Black - Door mirror caps in black add a striking contrast for a sporty appeal.
Extended Shadowline Trim - Highlight the dramatic aesthetics of your vehicle by adding expressive visual enhancements to the kidney frame, an air breather inlay and tailpipe finishers in black chrome, as well as kidney struts in striking, black high-gloss.

The 2023 BMW X1 comes with a spirited turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 241 horsepower and 295 ft-lb of torque. The newly refreshed powertrain is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, reaching 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. BMW claims the suspension has also been redesigned to improve handling and stability. The M Sport Package adds additional performance-enhancing features such as an adaptive suspension system, steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles, more aggressively bolstered seats, a unique steering wheel, and sporty exterior tweaks. .

The new BMW X1 is larger and more spacious than its predecessor, with a well-neaded increase in passenger space. The interior design is more modern and luxurious, with a toggle-switch shift lever, a floating center console, an all-digital dashboard, and designer elements such as textured speaker grilles. All models come with dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient interior lighting, and a power liftgate. A panoramic sunroof is part of the optional Convenience package, while heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standalone options.

Inside, the X1's abundance of tech and infotainment is highlighted by BMW's Curved Display with iDrive8 operating system. This system is effortless to use and comes standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Additional standard features include adaptive LED headlights, keyless entry and start, leatherette upholstery, power front seats, and automatic climate control. Available features include heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, navigation, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, and wireless smartphone charging.

When it comes to safety, the X1 comes standard with automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning, lane departure warning with active lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with stop and go functionality, speed limit information, and front and rear parking sensors. Also standard is BMW Assist eCall, which automatically contacts emergency services if an airbag deploys or the emergency fuel cutoff switch is triggered.

  • Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
  • Standard lane-departure warning and blind-spot monitoring
  • Available adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature
  • The X1 comes with a four-year/50,000-mile warranty which is about average for the luxury compact SUV class. It also comes with complimentary scheduled maintenance for three years/36000 miles which is above average.

  • Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
  • Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles
  • Price Comparison

    2023 Lexus UX - $35,925
    2023 Volvo XC40 - $36,350
    2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class - $37,500
    2023 BMW X1 - $38,600
    2023 Audi Q3 - $38,700

    Vehicle Rating

    9.4

    Out of 10

    Smooth ride and handling
    Plenty of available high-tech features
    All-wheel Drive Standard
    Only 1 model offered
    Option packages can get a bit pricey
    A bit pricey compared to the competition

    Recalls, Complaints and Safety Issues

    Safety Recalls - NHTSA
    What are NHTSA safety recalls?
    There are no safety recalls for the 2023 xDrive28i
    Customer Complaints - NHTSA
    What are NHTSA customer complaints?
    There are no customer complaints for the 2023 xDrive28i
    BMW Service Information Bulletins (SIBs)
    What are BMW SIBs?
    There are no BMW Service Information Bulletins (SIBs) for this vehicle.

    Vehicle Specifications

    Starting MSRP - $38,600
    Overview
    Engine Type - Gas
    Transmission - 7-speed automated manual
    Drive Type - All wheel drive
    Cylinders - Inline 4
    Total Seating - 5
    Basic Warranty - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Fuel & MPG
    Fuel type - Premium unleaded (recommended)
    EPA city/highway MPG - 25/34 MPG
    EPA combined MPG - 28 MPG
    Range in miles (city/hwy) - 357.5/486.2 mi.
    Fuel tank capacity - 14.3 gal.
    Engine
    Base engine size - 2.0 L
    Cylinders - Inline 4
    Base engine type - Gas
    Horsepower - 241 hp @ 4,500 rpm
    Torque - 295 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
    Valves - 16
    Cam type - Double overhead cam (DOHC)
    Valve timing - Variable
    Dual fuel injection - yes
    Towing & Hauling
    Max Payload Capacity - 994 lbs.
    Drivetrain
    Transmission - 7-speed automated manual
    Drive type - All wheel drive
    Center limited slip differential - yes
    Descent control - yes
    Suspension
    Four-wheel independent suspension - yes
    Front and rear stabilizer bar - yes
    Dimensions
    Length - 177.2 in.
    Overall width with mirrors - 82.8 in.
    Overall width without mirrors - 72.6 in.
    Height - 64.6 in.
    Wheelbase - 106.0 in.
    Cargo capacity, all seats in place - 25.7 cu.ft.
    Maximum cargo capacity - 57.2 cu.ft.
    Turning circle - 38.4 ft.
    Ground clearance - 8.1 in.
    Curb weight - 3,750 lbs.
    Maximum payload - 994 lbs.
    Gross weight - 4,850 lbs.
    Colors
    Exterior Colors -
    • Mineral White Metallic
    • Jet Black
    • Phytonic Blue Metallic
    • Black Sapphire Metallic
    • Frozen Pure Grey Metallic
    • Utah Orange Metallic
    • Cape York Green Metallic
    • Storm Bay Metallic
    • San Remo Green Metallic
    • Portimao Blue Metallic
    • Alpine White
    Interior Colors -
    • Black SensaTec, leatherette
    • Red/Black Bicolor SensaTec w/Contrast Stitching, leatherette
    • Black Alcantara/SensaTec, leatherette/sueded microfiber
    • Mocha SensaTec w/Contrast Stitching, leatherette
    • Oyster SensaTec, leatherette
    Front Seat Dimensions
    Front head room - 42.1 in.
    Front leg room - 40.4 in.
    Front shoulder room - 56.1 in.
    Leatherette - yes
    Bucket front seats - yes
    Height adjustable driver seat - yes
    Height adjustable passenger seat - yes
    Rear Seat Dimensions
    Rear head room - 39.3 in.
    Rear leg room - 37.0 in.
    Rear shoulder room - 55.1 in.
    Split-folding rear seatback - yes
    Folding center armrest - yes
    Safety
    Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system - yes
    Pre-collision safety system - yes
    Post-collision safety system - yes
    Dual front side-mounted airbags - yes
    Front and rear head airbags - yes
    Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation - yes
    Stability control - yes
    Traction control - yes
    Child seat anchors - yes
    Rear door child safety locks - yes
    4-wheel ABS - yes
    Brake drying - yes
    Front and rear ventilated disc brakes - yes
    Emergency braking preparation - yes
    Emergency braking assist - yes
    Tire pressure monitoring - yes
    Dusk sensing headlamps - yes
    LED headlamp - yes
    Daytime running lights - yes
    Cornering lights - yes
    Turn signal mirrors - yes
    2 front headrests - yes
    3 rear headrests - yes
    Rear height adjustable headrests - yes
    Rear center 3-point belt - yes
    Remote anti-theft alarm system - yes
    Engine immobilizer - yes
    In-Car Entertainment
    7 total speakers - yes
    USB connection - yes
    USB with external media control - yes
    Satellite radio satellite radio - yes
    12 months of provided satellite radio service - yes
    Power Feature
    2 one-touch power windows - yes
    Remote keyless power door locks - yes
    Heated mirrors - yes
    Comfort & Convenience
    Keyless ignition - yes
    Tilt and telescopic steering wheel - yes
    Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel - yes
    Electric power steering - yes
    Rear view camera - yes
    Front and rear parking sensors - yes
    Automatic parking assist - yes
    Cruise control - yes
    Front and rear cupholders - yes
    Front and rear door pockets - yes
    Front seatback storage - yes
    Leather steering wheel - yes
    Dual zone front climate control - yes
    Rear ventilation ducts - yes
    Interior air filtration - yes
    Extended cabin heating - yes
    Dual illuminating vanity mirrors - yes
    Turn signal in mirrors - yes
    Instrumentation
    Trip computer - yes
    Compass - yes
    External temperature display - yes
    Tachometer - yes
    Clock - yes
    Tires & Wheels
    Painted alloy wheels - yes
    18 x 7.5 in. wheels - yes
    All season tires - yes
    225/55R18 tires - yes
    Temporary spare tire - yes
    Inside mounted spare tire - yes
    Telematics
    Emergency Service - yes
    Airbag Deployment Notification - yes
    Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance - yes
    Hands-Free Calling - yes
    Roadside Assistance - yes
    Concierge Service - yes
    Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation) - yes
    Destination Download - yes
    Mobile Internet (Browser) - yes
    Warranty
    Basic - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Drivetrain - 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
    Rust - 12 yr./ unlimited mi.
    Roadside - 4 yr./ unlimited mi.
    Mechanical Options
    Remote Engine Start - +$300
    Standard Suspension - -$500
    Packages
    Premium Package - +$4,200
    XLine - +$500
    Convenience Package - +$1,950
    M Sport Package - +$2,300
    Shadowline Package - +$300
    Interior Options
    Universal Garage Door Opener - +$200
    Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel - +$550
    Sport Seats - +$400
    Exterior Options
    Trailer Hitch - +$600
    19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/All-Season Non-Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    20" Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels w/Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires - +$1,200
    19" Y Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/All-Season Non-Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels w/Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires - +$600
    RELATED ARTICLES