BMW has been testing the new-generation X1 for a while and this is the first time that the X1 will be a front-wheel drive based on the UKL1 architecture shared with the new MINI family and 2 Series range. The previous X1 was a rear-wheel drive and was sharing its platform with the 3 Series. The other engine are the engines, as smaller engines make their way, especially the new three-cylinder 1.5-litre and the four-cylinder 2.0-litre engines. The engine outputs range from 150bhp to 231bhp. The engines link up to an eight-speed Steptronic unit, which is a new development. BMW X1 side

The xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system also takes its place in the new BMW X1 in a further developed form. The weight-saving, compact and efficient system uses an electro-hydraulically controlled multi-plate clutch to distribute drive between the front and rear axle just as required for the situation at hand. Standard equipment includes air conditioning, an audio system with USB and AUX-in sockets, and the iDrive operating system, whose 6.5-inch display is integrated into the instrument panel in freestanding monitor form.

BMW X1 rear motion

The new X1 has grown in height compared to its predecessor (+53 millimetres) and BMW claims it has helped increase the spaciousness of the interior. Folding down the standard-fitted 40:20:40 rear seat backrest, which can also be specified in angle-adjustable form as an option, allows load capacity to be expanded to as much as 1,550 litres.

BMW X1 interior 2015

The change of BMW X1 generations also brings significant advances in the field of intelligent connectivity. A new addition to the range of BMW ConnectedDrive features is a BMW Head-Up Display which, as in the larger BMW X models, projects driving-related information directly onto the windscreen.

BMW X1 boot 2016

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