2015 BMW X1 review | first drive - Cars Guide
Paradoxically, this proves BMW is a bunch of boofheads. For decades the Bavarians banged on about how only rear-wheel-drive could deliver a truly premium feel behind the wheel. The new X1, which will be built with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, says otherwise. The new X1 is better looking , roomier, more efficient and practical, and comes with more advanced driver-assist tech than the rear-drive based model it will replace in October. And, despite sharing much of its innards with the latest generation of Mini models — BMW owns the Brit brand — the X1 is not at all bad to drive. BMW uses its new-generation modular turbo engines in all X1 models. The front-drive sDrive 18d (110kW turbo diesel) and sDrive 20i (141kW turbo petrol) badges remain, as does the all-wheel drive xDrive 20d (140kW turbo diesel). Although Australians prefer to buy the current X1 in sDrive form, BMW didn't include any front-drivers in the drive program. The new X1 is taller, and BMW's designers have used the extra height to raise the front and rear seats. In fact, the spaciousness of the BMW is outstanding. BMW has also increased the volume. Source: www.carsguide.com.au
