BMW X1 2023 Review
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- Опубліковано 27 тра 2024
- Meet the new BMW X1!
It’s the entry-level SUV in BMW’s line-up, and Mat’s about to find out if it’s the must-have choice compared to other premium small SUVs.
For starters, this may be the smallest BMW SUV around, but it’s seemingly grown in size compared to the previous edition. If anything, it looks more like an X3! There have been a number of other design changes too, from a bigger grille up front and a redesigned front and rear bumper. There are a number of other, smaller touches as well, including flush door handles on either side.
Step inside and just like any BMW, you’re treated to a high-quality interior. There are good quality, soft-touch materials across the dash and the top of the doors, and the centre console is comfortable and well laid out. There’s lots of storage to be found throughout the cabin, and the infotainment screen & digital dials are pretty smart, too. Overall it’s a pretty good experience in the X1, although there are some annoying bits of plastic to be found on the steering wheel!
There are a couple of petrol and diesel engines to choose from, with the range-topper currently a 2-litre turbo petrol that can deliver 218hp. However, there’s more choice coming in the future, including two plug-in hybrids as well as an all-electric edition, the iX1!
The BMW X1 starts from around £34,000 for the entry-level, but is it worth it? Stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:33 Design
02:08 Interior
04:35 Back Seats
06:46 Boot
07:53 5 Annoying Things
10:07 5 Good Things
12:12 Engines
12:56 Town Driving
14:11 Motorway Driving
14:59 Country Road Driving
15:56 0-60mph
16:20 Verdict - Авто та транспорт
BMW, Audi or Merc... Which makes the best SUVs?
All day every day Audi and Mercedes!
BMW
Audi
BMW anyday..
Audi
Looks like it's getting bigger each time. Looks like an X3 now.
Agree. Its more like X3 2.5 for some reason...
Practically every vehicle grows with each new generation.
Literally thought it was an X3 from the thumbnail. I can’t get over how much bigger most cars and SUVs have grown in even the past 5-10 years
@@philorgneopolotin8762 bigger is always better.
@@AmongUs-mb4qx i have an Alpine a 110 which is the opposite but girls will agree with you
Far better then the previous model in my opinion and what a lovely paint job.
Yes. But still has over 2000kgs of weight.
@@purwantiallan5089 holy shit, you're right, its 1935 kg. This is becoming a serious car. Well, it also costs like it.... almost 70,000 euros fully loaded
@@coxmanbgg prob costs 100k in Ireland...
@@purwantiallan5089 Do you have to lift the care ? ? ... Idiot 😂
Lovely?? Rather tacky I'd say
Really love this car. Exterior, interior, practicality, size and value. I’ve just put my money where my mouth is…. after test driving Q3, XC40, GLA and Evoque, I’ve just ordered a new X1!
In this economy⁉️
Glad doesn't even come close
Έλληνας είσαι?
What do you do for a living? Just wondering
You should have also checked out the Genesis
I used to hate the x1, but from 2016 onwards it actually looked less like a fat 1 series and more like its own standalone car. Now it looks like a mini X3 which is awesome
Now the x2 took the job as a fat 1 series😂
My exact sentiments..
@@matthiasschneider3354 or downgraded X1.
1st gen X1 was RWD in s-drive mode. The newer ones were FWD which is shit
The interior used to be pretty bad too. This is the 1st one which feels luxury.
This is a proper X3, no longer will you feel shortchanged with a X1… Brilliant
X1 and X3 looked quite indistinguishable at times...
@@purwantiallan5089 +1, I have an X3 G01 and I often mistake the front-end of the previous-gen X1 F48 LCI for the the X3 G01
For 40 grand its the best buy
Dude, i have the F48 X1 and i dont feel shortchanged in any way.
@@janco333 the F48 X1’s interior was a bit long in the tooth…
The new BMW X1 have changed in a recognizable way! Great job BMW!
Surely is
This is a Carwow bot without a doubt..
@@bobbyk8332 BMW X1 still underpowered compared to even X7.
@@bobbyk8332 Yes!
Dont like the door handle
Mat’s ability to segway from the boot to “5 annoying things about this car” in every single review is phenomenal. Never has one man been so annoyed by car boots…
I was looking for a Segway lol. You probably meant segue.
@p¡nned by Carwow no
Saw an all black one on the road the other day, one of the best looking new BMWs on sale today.
Looks nice and seems fast for what it is. If I had the budget I'd probably get one.
Best looking X1 with a really comfy cabin as well. Feels like entry level BMWs are much better value than the rest of the competition.
I love how the rear lights resemble the 1st generation X1's, but more modern.
Overall a pretty good package. For me, this new X1 is currently the best among its competition. And i also heard that BMW will soon launch a M-Perfomance version called the X1 M35i which would compete against the GLA35 AMG. That is gonna be really interesting.
Spot on
@@Carwowprizessugonmadic
Indeed! Any idea when the reveal is??
If true then I am very intrigued, they originally had the X2 M35i as a GLA competitor. They may also do the same for the active tourer then as they share a platform if I am not mistaken(that would be quite bizarre).
@@musashi6875 No idea. But they have been testing it for a long time so i expect it to be launched soon.
That x1 offers so much . Would love to have the chance to review one!
BMW X1 is an underrated car that came back in the limelight after years of being in underground.
Looks great, much better than 1 and 2 series
@@jaguareagle7026 by a lot? No. By a whisker? Yes.
I just love your fantastic sense of humour, that is the main thing I look forward to each time I get your notification on my phone.👏🙌😂🤣😂
My god the little X has grown up so much! The most modern iDrive system, butch looks and plush interior. The only thing missing is the swivel knob to control the infotainment. Luckily BMW’s voice assistant is quite good.
Magnus Tan, the BMW X3 has definitely grown up big time now...
Is no one going to appreciate the amazing transition from seeing Matt in the dash cam footage to the inside of the car ! 🔥
I just recently bought the old X1 and its amazing!
hope its the 2016 onwards
old x1 is pretty much mini countryman in a bmw shell with the same UKL2 platform and same protruding gear knob
@@FUA-camADS 2021 version actually.
@@bella_testastretta new X1 also uses UKL2
@@bella_testastretta old X1 is as underpowered as Mini Cooper S.
Love the exterior, looks slick, great work from BMW I'd say and, as always, an even greater review from you!💯
The exterior was the main accent that drove me to this car, love it!
Yeah, the aggressive massive front looks dope
@@Chris-yy8xi and also quite underpowered and heavy.
@@henryts9253 yes. But its quite heavy.
@@purwantiallan5089 true
I’m a Mercedes man but my mum just picked up her brand-new X1 today. Absolutely beautiful car and the best it’s ever been since launched. She’s in love with it and I love it too.
I’m getting to like the X1. I’m glad that BMW makes a car like this in my price point.
It looks so sporty from the back
Exterior looks great as well as the interior. I wish the ambient lighting was a little bit brighter/thicker like the new 7 series.
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Finnaly... i was waiting this review for a month thank you for sharing .
That's a proper nice looking car, surprisingly spacious too. Unfortunate that so many important controls are moved to the super safe to operate touch screen.
For those who don't like the old design, or simply just getting tired of the old design, this new interior is amazing
Love all your reviews Matt you really know your stuff and make it easy to understand good sense of humour
I've got a 2018 MSport X1. 2.0 diesel. I love it. Had it since new.
Definitely better than the old X1!
🤔 how would you know.
well actually Mat gave a higher score to the old one, so not sure if "definitely"
By a lot. Although the old and new X1 cant even match the Subaru Forester still.
This looks fantastic!
Looks more classy than sporty!
Reach around, special flaps, wet inside, steamy windows experience! Sounds awesome 😁
Wonder if they will offer the m35i motor in the x1 like they did in the x2
Mat, you looked too good at that reach around hahah another great review
Mat - adaptive suspension comes as standard on the msport model. You didn't mention that when changing to sport mode. Could it be this one did not have adaptive suspension?
Now please do a quick video of the iX1, I'm getting my delivered in January 😃 I hope I made a good choice ☺️
Looks much better than the old one!!
Yes. But still 2198kgs of weight.
I'm about to lease one. Their diamond pattern leather seats looks way nicer than alacantara IMO and x-line body kit looks quite good also with the silver highlights.
How has your lease experience been if you have already leased it? I was thinking of doing the same but looking at other options also..
somewhere in the review I forgot I was following a car review and started enjoying the accent and the dramatic expressions😄✌️
Good on them for dialing the styling back in
Just received mine with the diesel 150HP, love it! Consumption is great, I can drive 1100km with a full tank. It's less than 5,3l/100km, better than my mini countryman with the 1,5l/diesel engine.
The 150bhp TDI seems cool although as underpowered as Toms Angel.
Congrats on great new car 👍
The >10 years old F30 320d (184 hp) can also do ~1200 km with a full tank and the average consumption is approximately 4.7 - 4.8 l/100km (according to the onboard computer). Regular BMW diesel figures for a while now.
@Soldier4JesusChrist You mean that SUV's in general have a larger cross sectional area than sedans, which is right. Still, you can compare 10 year old diesel engines to ones that are available to folk today, and the 0.5 liter difference in average consumption between a new front wheel drive X1 and a 10 years old 320d seems quite notable (if the measuring technique is ~the same), even if the difference in the body styles of the cars is taken into account.
BMW X1 sDrive18d Sport by any chance Stephan?
I bought the previous model (partly due to the Carwow review) - I think the lower model + M add ons is fantastic value, considering the size. This new one looks so much better than the Audi, which is now pretty bland by comparison..
Very close to the 2 series active tourer. Please can you do a review on the plug-in version of the X1 or 2 series please?
what paint is that? is it UK exclusive, I don't see it in my configurator...
I just took one for a test drive and enjoyed the ride. But the removal of all climate and heated seat controls is frustrating. Felt like every typical adjustment (change temp, turn on heated steering wheel or seats) took 3-7 clicks to do in the interface. Dealer told me to use voice control for easier access. Think I’m going to avoid and consider either Q3 or go back to a 3-series to satisfy my desire for tactile switches and knobs.
Kinda problem - all new bmws got only screen for heating. Look at 3 series update and they had removed buttons for heating =(
@@WFRULTIM WFRULTIM, i belive the X1 2022 is as underpowered as the Toms Angel T01 can be.
buy bmw 3 hybridé
This is head and shoulders above its rivals. BMW have really nailed this.
Wait did you say that they pipe in noise through the speakers? I want them to noise cancel as much as possible
This video was the biggest reason I custom ordered this car. Beautiful car!
This feels more modern 🔥👌🏾. I like the interior
Agree. The interior reminded me a lot to Toms Angel T01 again.
NO buttons = modern..also unexpectedly going off the road in ditch and you just wanted change temperature a little
the cruise control has auto adaptive distance, so you don't need to adjust the distance all the time, and it works quite well. I prefer it like this.
What does this mean? Isn't all adaptive cruise controls auto distance?
@@ahlsn7346 no. The adaptive cruise control keeps the same distance to the car in front by allowing the driver to set the distance. Whereas in this car based on the speed the car decides also the distance. High speed bigger distance. Lower speed smaller distance. You can nodify it in the menu but by default it is set to auto. So basically you no longer have to worry about the distance and you have one less thing to set up.
@@Andrei-kh6kr The distance for each setting was depending on speed in both my previous car, an Audi A5 2020 and also my current BMW 3-series 2022. But maybe it isn't like that in all cars. I thought it was standard behavior on adaptive cruise.
@@ahlsn7346 you are wrong audi doesn’t have acc like bmw in the new x1 or new active tourer. Look at your wheel. You have a key for setting the minimum distance on your wheel. On this bmw you no longer have it because the car decides the distance. It is different. Look at the videos that show how it works on this new bmw and you will notice the difference.
@@Andrei-kh6kr most acc will modify the distance depending on the speed you are going.....
Thanks a lot for the video. Sick car!
Another great review. 👍🏼 Mind you, Mat’s such a laugh that I’d watch him review a kettle.
Really like this car as somebody who has had a chance to drive it fairly extensively. Far more defined comfort and sportiness depending on the driving mode you are in and handles very well for a SUV. Good upgrade from the previous model imo.
I’m test driving one tomorrow as I’ve been waiting for it to come out, I’d like the msport but concerned about the old adage of it being firm so I’m hope the comfort mode is comfortable will only have 19” wheels so hopefully help, can you advise , thanks
@@matthewsavidge6248 How did your test drive go. I wouldn't worry too much about the M sports being too firm, I drive a 1 series with 19" alloys and the pro pack and it only feels firm on bumps imo. M cars are the only bmws that feel very firm and even then they're specifically designed to be as all out performance cars.
@@hyper_5pace902 hi I imagine the 1 series is quite firm on 19” the basic wheel on the x1 msport is a 19” anyway, drive went well but wasn’t an msport model unfortunately but they come with M adaptive suspension switched on now (£399 via connect drive up until last week) and after research the view is that comfort mode is comfortable , well let’s hope so as I ordered one lol, I went out in a 23i d xline, nice drive very comfortable seat etc I just always liked the idea of anthracite headlining etc so stuck with msport 👍🏻
@@matthewsavidge6248 Good stuff, hope the car arrives in good time 👍
I’m from Singapore and a few weeks ago me and my fam went for car shopping.When we went to the BMW showroom we asked for the X1 we were escorted to a secret place and shown this car and it was beautiful it looks more chunky like an suv tha it is in this video and the interior and interior quality>Merc and Audi
Aye,and did you buy it ???
Please test the plug ins when available. Interested in electric range. Currently drive a 330e.
Also, the auto stop/start is hidden in the menu and it resets every time you start the engine
That following distance screen navigation is absolutely ridiculous. What is that, one button and 4 screens before you can change your ACC following distance? BMW should be embarrassed for overcomplicating such basic functions in a car
That one about the "cruise distance" for the Cruise Control , is very "compatible" of "selling" features in the car, that are already there from stock, as then, you don't have to different set of buttons in the steering wheel...really a bad move from OEM's, as they actually sell the car with all the hardware, but then you have to pay extra to use something that is already in the car...just crazy!!!
It actually cuts costs. It is less expensive to produce the same vehicle and just disable a few features, than selectively make each vehicle totally custom made. Besides, you are not paying for the hardware, you are paying for the R&D behind it.
Get yourself a decent odb2 scanner and compatible codding software and you can do it yourself for fraction of bmw price.
what camera did you have on Audi at back?
I absolutely love BMW's frosted rear lights. They look super elegant.
@Matt Watson that transition made in the review, when you recorded yourself speaking with the car’s camera before we cut to seeing you watching it is awesome! 🙌🏾 I tip my hat off to whoever came up with that idea. Well executed! 👌🏾🔥👏🏾
That transition has an "old TV programme" type of feeling and yes it was well executed.
I belive it is...
I love my 2019 fully optioned executive package with the adaptive sport dampers; I added aftermarket 19" wheels with performance tires and had mine programmed by a someone that offered the service. ODB connector, cable, laptop and software to add options found on the higher end models. Then for another $500 he added the canned engine software that added a lot of HP and TQ without the expense of worse gas mileage. I also added a BMS intake and lots of cool interior options to personalize mine including a box that fills the area underneath the center armrest so that you can put more stuff there and it won't show or fall out....and even has a hole for the USB ports...and looks OEM! I love the LED adaptive headlights. The X1 is a better value than a VW Golf R and is a lot more practical and more upscale for about the same price. It's the first vehicle that I purchased that has never been back to the dealership for ANY warranty issues. On the highway I usually drive at about 120 Km/hr and get close to 36 MPG....Let's see an X3 do that...probably around 24MPG. I love my heads up display and the self parking feature actually works.... This is one amazing vehicle and In 3 years I'll get the new one...and mine will be easy to sell because of the transferable extended warranty and maintenance plan.....and the lower loyalty interest rate....you can't find a better small SUV on the market. Not KIA, Hyundai, Mazda, Ford, GM, VW and many others....and if you like visiting the garage then get a Jag or a Land Rover. I love driving mine in any kind of weather....because it's predictable, easy and fun to drive....and the next one will be even better.
Nice, like it due to change my gla soon be interesting to compare the two.
I love how you tried trick us with knee room and back seat position because it was so funny but shows how good the X1 is suddenly. Do it more often please. I will end up buying so many cars at this rate.
Nice car. It is hard to beleive that it is "only" a X1 . With the M package , this car is truly beautiful in this category of car and prices. I like the seats . seem to be very comfortable and look sport. I will be happy to by one of these cars. The X1 with petrol engine 2.0 litre if i have enough money. Thank you MAT for this accurate test.
yesx x 1 2,0 liter hybred
The new BMW X1 looks more sporty and cooler than the old X1!
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we need more such fun reviews please :)
I have had this car for 2 months now, one word - lovely! . Note this is my first luxury car purchase. I did test drive Q3 and GLA and they were no way near to this one. The one I have is Uttah Orange.
Seems a really nice and practical car! I agree with Mat's observation and verdict. I wish though that the cockpit was more ergonomical and driver focused like usually BMW does. What is also a shame is that the advertisements of the car in countries like e.g. Greece are terrible.
It's actually a really tidy little package. That adaptive cruise functionality through the touchscreen is ludicrous and dangerous but otherwise if you don't have kids who are freakish size basketball players, or need to hoof a massive load of stuff about too often, do you really need much more than this?
X1 is quite underpowered for some reason.
@@purwantiallan5089 This one was doing 0-60 in less than 7 seconds, nothing wrong with that for a subcompact.
@@purwantiallan5089are you for real🤣
I am pretty sure you can operate the acc from the steering wheel
Is everything subscription based now ? Ie adaptive headlights, heated seats etc
Hey matt,.try and do a 0 -60 in the 30e..bmw always under the times so reckon it could do near 5..plus im thinking of getting one in the spring..
Mat was really feeling some type of way about the seat bopping him in his face....lol You really launched that suitcase into the car!!! Amazing review as usual Mat and Carwow!!!
The BMW X1 2022 in my opinion has a weight of about 2187kg.
I was about to say that.. He really hauled it in like he meant it lol.. The same with the parcel tray!
Mat, can you please provide some alternatives to buy when you end the verdict, as to which ones would be a good/better choice to this car?
Especially if you say "shortlist it", then you surely have some better ones on your mind, so please share in the future which ones.
Can't wait for the bmw IX1 review!
What engine is in the model that is being tested? I watched the video twice and I didn’t hear Matt say what engine this X1 has.
X1 never really appealed to me. This one is really nice however. Really has a premium feel to it
I like the design. Looks modern!
Reminded me to Yoshiko Tsushima's BMW Z4 GT3 2011.
What's it like as a passenger in the rear? I rode in the back of an X3 for a reasonable time, and it felt like there was no suspension at all, it was that hard and unforgiving?
12:03 I thought Mat was a roadmap 😂 for a second.
The X1 really grew so big 😰
For a second I thought it was a x5 💀
Or even Shelby Cobra 427 for some kind. 😂
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almost like X3, i do not understand what is the difference, they are very similar. no?
u are not alone:)
both are based on 3-series, all differences in price and complete set
@@carbon4iik X3 is RWD based and got 3.0L engines
size wight hp perfemaçé
What is it with putting al sorts of import stuff in the infotainment system.
Just give me a button to do basic things like operating the cruise control and adjusting the temperature.
Matt Watson is amazing love the way you present the cars and crack a few jokes on the way. top man! im loving this x1 cant wait for the x2
The new BMW X1 is a practical and good family SUV and it's worth buying!
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@@omarabdul2864 in what way?
The X1 is a pretty nice car but i really miss the I Drive System from BMW. So I think it must be very annoying to use the touchscreen for every litte sh*t like cruise control or seatheating
No adaptive suspension in this test car? The ride should be more comfortable if there is?
Great video!
It is an amazing car, I can't believe he just shortlisted it.
If this car isn't a buy, noone is.
Really liking this generation. Has the looks and the presence to match being a bit bigger.
If only we got an all black wheel option from factory
there are optional all black 18" "winter wheels"
@@meoao8829 stopped reading at 18 🤢
Glad to say i bought this car through help me carwow!.. thank Mat and ofcos your reviews are top notch!!
Looks great, just can't configure the blue colour online 😔
With all the design decisions that bmw makes this is fairly a good looking design by far
Yea the front reminds me of the previous gen X3 M (which is a good thing). The rear number is a bit messy though
Rear looks like it’s been in a crash, headlights are also out of shape
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Probably missed it somewhere but which engine was Matt testing on the road?
Please can you review the ix1. Love the videos!
One of the best rear end from recent BMW launches!!
So what engine does THIS X1 have? I watched the engines bit but I didn't find out which one HE has to review.
It’s the XDrive23i, which is the 4 wheel drive with a 2.0 litre turbo petrol with a 48V mild hybrid, with a total of something like 218 BHP
Was waiting for this… 👍🏼
I was waiting for this video. X1 looks much more premium now
It’s just better.