Press Kit - The BMW X1

Urban all-rounder delivers boundless driving pleasure. The all- new BMW X1. (Short version)

The new BMW X1 – the successor to the model that blazed the trail for this class of car – treats the premium compact segment to an even more potent shot of Sports Activity Vehicle DNA. The second generation of this successful model, more than 730,000 units of which have now been sold, takes to the stage with a body design straight out of the BMW X model mould. The interior of the new BMW X1, meanwhile, offers significantly more space for passengers and luggage, a cutting-edge premium ambience and functionality grounded in solid engineering.

Four-cylinder engines from the BMW Group’s latest generation of power units, an efficiency-optimised version of the BMW xDrive intelligent all- wheel-drive system and newly developed chassis technology all help to palpably enhance sporting ability and ride comfort compared to the outgoing model – with fuel consumption and emissions reduced by up to 17 per cent, model-on-model.

Alongside its market-leading dynamics and efficiency, a host of innovative equipment features also help to secure the new BMW X1 its stand-out position in the segment. There are host of features prominent ones are full-LED headlights, the BMW Head-Up Display, Paranoma Sunroof, Navigation Plus with iDrive Touch Controller.

A typical BMW X model: sturdy proportions, impressive variability and established premium characteristics.

Rugged proportions, a powerful presence and dynamic lines lend the new BMW X1 a commanding in the BMW X model family. The new model has grown in height compared to its predecessor (+53 millimetres), which has helped increase the spaciousness of the interior. And its significantly raised seating position (+36 millimetres at the front, +64 millimetres at the rear) optimises the driver’s view out over the road.

Knee room in the rear has increased by 37 millimetres and by up to 66 millimetres with adjustable rear seat, while the 505-litre boot capacity is 85 litres larger than that of its predecessor which can be extended to as much as 1,550 litres.

The interior design of the new BMW X1 combines the driver-focused cockpit design that has become a hallmark of the brand’s models with touches promoting authoritative, SAV-style driving pleasure and a contemporary premium ambience.

New generation of engines, efficiency-optimised xDrive all-wheel- drive system.

The new generation BMW X1 comes with all-new BMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder 2 liter diesel engine (Fuel economy of 20.68 km/l and CO2 emission of 127.89 g/km) with the power output of 140kW(190 hp) @ 4000 rpm.

The engines link up with either 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic transmission or 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic Sport transmission (incl. Launch control and Paddle shifts), both of which are new developments.

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.

Premiere in the BMW X1: Head-Up Display and Navigation Plus with iDrive Touch Controller.

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.

The BMW X1 also comes with Navigation Plus with iDrive Touch controller. Extended functionalities such as distance from destination, estimate time of arrival etc. along with 22.3cm display takes the connected drive experience to all new level. These systems are complemented by an up-to-the-minute selection of apps allowing customers to add to the car’s comfort, navigation and infotainment functionality, as desired.