The BMW X1 is a compact crossover SUV produced by the German automaker BMW since 2009. The first-generation X1 was based on the E90 3 Series and offered rear-wheel drive layout as standard. At its introduction in 2009, it was positioned as the smallest SUV in BMW line-up, below the X3 prior to the launch of the smaller X2. The X1 essentially is aiming a wider range of customers due to its smaller size, increased efficiency, and a lower price tag due to the all-wheel drive layout (xDrive) being optional.
| BMW X1 | |
|---|---|
 BMW X1 (U11) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Production | 2009–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact luxury crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
The second-generation X1 marked the switch to a front-wheel-drive-based layout using the UKL2 platform shared with the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and the Mini Countryman.[1] Despite its name, it is now only the second smallest SUV produced by BMW since the introduction of the X2.[2] The third and current generation was released in 2022.
First generation (E84; 2009)
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The E84 X1 is the first-generation model and was originally presented as the BMW Concept X1 at the Paris Motor Show in 2008.[3] Development of the vehicle started in 2006 when BMW identified the need for a smaller and more efficient model in its SUV line-up as petrol prices were increasing. Due to the urgent need to produce the vehicle, development and pre-production time was shortened by 40 percent compared to previous X Series models.[4]
It is based on the same platform as the E90 3 Series[5] and features the same 2,760 mm (108.7 in) wheelbase. The X1 is the first BMW X Series to be available in the sDrive trim (two-wheel drive). It was not introduced to the United States until 2012.[6]
In 2013, the E84 X1 underwent a facelift, featuring restyled exterior and interior design elements, as well as the integration of BMW EfficientDynamics on all models.[7] The original X1 sold 820,529 units.
Second generation (F48/F49; 2016)
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The F48 X1 is the second-generation model. It is built upon the front-wheel drive based UKL2 platform,[8] and is available in long-wheelbase and long-wheelbase hybrid variants in China.[9] The range consists of turbocharged 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engine options.[10] Base models are front-wheel drive (branded as sDrive), with all-wheel drive (xDrive) available as an option and is standard for some higher-end models.[11]
Third generation (U11/U12; 2022)
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The U11 X1 is the third-generation model. It is built on the same UKL2 platform as the previous model, and now has a battery electric version called the iX1. Similar to the previous generation, AWD models are badged as xDrive. A range of petrol, diesel, and PHEV models are available. Like the previous model, a China-exclusive long-wheelbase model will be codenamed U12.[12]
Production and sales
editThe following are the production and sales figures for BMW X1 models:
| Year | Production | Sales | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe[13] | U.S.[14] | China[15] | Brazil[16] | ||
| 2009 | 8,499[17] | 8,925 | |||
| 2010 | 99,990[18] | 77,706 | 1,821 | ||
| 2011 | 126,429[19] | 83,086 | 4,560 | ||
| 2012 | 147,776[20] | 65,254 | 8,947 | 18,798 | 2,625 |
| 2013 | 161,353[21] | 64,313 | 26,512 | 22,913 | 2,730 |
| 2014 | 156,471[22] | 61,797 | 22,808 | 46,563 | 2,170 |
| 2015 | 120,011[23] | 42,107 | 14,420 | 41,200 | 2,711 |
| 2016 | 220,378[24] | 95,380 | 27,812 | 54,900 | 3,440 |
| 2017 | 286,743[25] | 118,051 | 30,826 | 90,574 | 4,137 |
| 2018 | 286,827[26] | 111,496 | 29,060 | 97,215 | 3,735 |
| 2019 | 266,124[27] | 108,507 | 17,815 | 97,364 | 4,254 |
| 2020 | 230,041[28] | 88,486 | 14,405 | 95,096 | 3,168 |
| 2021 | N/A[29] | 86,749 | 18,253 | 95,089 | 3,607 |
| 2022 | 7,103 | 3,480 | |||
| 2023 | 3,983 | ||||