BMW X1 E84 vs BMW X1 F48
BMW X1
E84 · 2009 – 2015
The first-generation X1 (E84), rear-wheel-drive based.
BMW X1
F48 · 2015 – 2022
The second-generation X1 (F48), front-wheel-drive based (UKL2).
BMW X1
Pick the X1 for sharp BMW handling with a raised driving position and proven engines.
BMW X1
Pick the X1 for sharp BMW handling with a raised driving position and proven engines.
Performance
N20 20i · Petrol vs B48 20i · Petrol
| BMW X1 | BMW X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
184 hp
|
192 hp
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| Torque |
270 Nm
|
280 Nm
Winner
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| 0–100 km/h |
7,7 s
|
7,7 s
|
| Top speed |
205 km/h
|
226 km/h
Winner
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| Power-to-weight |
121,1 hp/t
|
127,6 hp/t
Winner
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
168 g/km
|
134 g/km
Winner
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
6,7 L/100km
|
5,9 L/100km
Winner
|
Dimensions & space
| BMW X1 | BMW X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
420 L
|
505 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.350 L
|
1.550 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,76 m
Winner
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2,67 m
|
| Length |
4,45 m
|
4,44 m
|
| Ground clearance |
18,3 cm
|
18,3 cm
|
| Turning circle |
11,8 m
|
11,4 m
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| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.800 kg
|
2.000 kg
Winner
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Powertrain & tech
| BMW X1 | BMW X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | E84 (E90 3 Series base, rear-wheel drive) | UKL2 (front-wheel-drive base) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | N20 2.0 petrol · N47 2.0 diesel · N55 3.0 (xDrive35i) | B38 1.5 · B48 2.0 · B47 2.0 diesel · 25e PHEV |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 5 | Euro 6d-TEMP |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- N47 timing chain (pre-2011)
- Transfer case (xDrive)
- Cooling system needs checking
- Engine mounts can wear early
- Cooling system needs checking
- Early timing-chain tensioners (B48/B47) & EGR on diesels
Pros
- Handling thanks to rear-wheel drive
- Compact footprint
- Good headroom
- Spacious cabin & big boot
- Efficient engines
- Practical and family-friendly
Cons
- Firm ride
- Small boot for the class
- Firm ride (run-flat)
- Less playful due to front-wheel drive
Driving experience
BMW X1
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BMW X1
Confident, refined and remarkably car-like for a compact crossover. Steering is quick and accurate, body control composed, and the X1 feels light and easy to place. The transverse UKL2 platform swaps the old E84’s rear-drive character for front-drive agility and more space; sDrive stays nimble, xDrive adds wet-weather traction. Comfort depends on spec: supple on standard springs and sensible wheels, firmer and choppier on M Sport and run-flats. The B48 20i is the pick, smooth and willing; the B47 diesels pull strongly and stay hushed. Overall a polished small SUV that drives like a raised hatch, not a soft-roader.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
