2021 BMW X1Review // Still hard to beat

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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the 2021 BMW X1 premium small SUV. The small SUV category is the fastest growing segment of the auto industry worldwide. BMW was the first luxury brand to come out with a small SUV and this is the tail-end of this second generation model. The X1 has a 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder with an 8 speed automatic transmission, 228 horsepower and 258 lb-feet of torque. It goes 0-100 in 6.5 seconds. The X1 has an athletic design with the striking BMW kidney grille and bold bumpers, its slim, adaptive LED headlights give it a strong look. Our test model has the M Sport package for $1,950 CAD/$4,350 USD. It includes, black exterior accents, a high gloss black grille, 18” wheels, M Sport suspension, variable sport steering and the M Aerodynamics package with body colour front and rear bumpers and side skirts. You can add 19” wheels with this package for $500 CAD which our test model has. The BMW xDrive AWD system smoothly distributes drive power to the front and rear wheels for maximum traction and driving dynamics. The BMW X1 has a driver-focused cockpit, which shows off the X1’s sporty personality.
It comes standard with an 8.8 touchscreen with BMW’s iDrive system, heated leatherette front seats, brushed aluminum trim, leather sport steering wheel, power driver and passenger seats, driver seat memory and collision warning & lane departure warning. Unfortunately, blind spot monitoring and Android Auto are not available. A new X1 will be coming out next year and I am sure BMW will be adding these features. Our test model includes, the M Sport Package for $1,950 CAD and the Premium Package for $3,995 CAD. These packages include interior features like a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, comfort access, ambient lighting, sport seats and a M Sport steering wheel. There are different packages available in the US that you can add to the trim with a different price points such as the luxury and premium packages. JD Power gives the X1 an overall score of 74/100 and a quality and reliability score of 71/100. CarEdge states the BMW X1 will retain 50% of its value after 5 years. For fuel economy, the BMW X1 AWD gets 10.3L/100km, 23 MPG in the city and 7.7L/100km, 31 MPG on the highway. BMW offers a warranty of 4 years or 80,000 km and no charge scheduled maintenance

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[dennisstafford]

Excellent review, love how you guys throw out the comparison vehicles, likes and dislikes, keep up the good work!

[JL_sounds]

We’ve had a new X1 M sport option since 2018. It supplements our X5 as parking is limited in the city. Honestly it feels like it has more cargo space than our X5 and we’ve put our bike racks and have used it for about everything: city driving, camping, Home Depot material runs, kids sports -hockey equipment… etc. Out of this world visibility.

[MrScalius]

I think the question section of the video is great. I also like that your bring up some highlights and differences of other competitive models

[Beer]

Awesome video and review Andrea and Zack! Great to see that the X1 had some upgrade done to it!

[mattshank]

Thanks for covering the X1 & using my question for Hot Topic! Great review!

[imreplica]

I owned a 2015 X1 for 5 years and loved driving it. I could have kept this car for another 5 years (at least), except for one thing-high maintenance/repair costs when it gets older. Also, this vehicle has a very high depreciation rate. Unfortunately, I didn't find this out until it was time to sell it.

[Gmana]

That $$ and no Android or blind spot monitoring?!?!? Come on BMW! Thanks for the review.

[golfendeavor]

I had the original X1 back in 2010-2014 and after a X3 and GLC i am considering one again. It does not scream “look at me in my big SUV” and has some good comfort and extra features. Great review.

[RaychelD]

Just bought my x1! Absolutely love it!!!

[JeLifeCoach]

This was an incredible review from two incredible people providing amazing knowledge for the user. Thank you. Blessings to you both.

[decnijfkris]

finally a realistic couple with taste that is reviewing realistic cars.

[derekmorrison]

Awesome review‼️. Love BMWs and can’t wait for your review of the new 2series.

[Jorge_Magallon]

@7:40, Great video. Surprised the X1, in Zack’s opinion, ‘drives more dynamically’ than the Cx5. I think that speaks volumes for the BMW. Also, I prefer this more functional interior design to the the pricier 3/4 series or X3.

[spaztekwarrior]

This looks great ... and comfort and space are also important to me. I certainly don’t mind the peppy four cylinder over a six for this type of application ... but I think I’d have to wait for the new generation for updated safety features.
Nice video again :)

[jean-francois]

Great review guys! Still no Android Auto is quite surprising in 2021. Oh, and thanks for using my question!

[jrr]

Hey guys, love your reports and love that car. Salut from chilly Champagne.

[thomasalagna]

Still catching up from vacation. I think this is a good SUV for a small family or a couple. I always try to watch you videos. Great job you two.

[litespeed]

This X1 is the best looking SUV in their lineup IMO, the proportions aren’t as awkward and top heavy with a great front end and awesome interior.

[larry]

BMW’s are great cars and I have loved all of mine, right up to the point that the warranty expires😮. All of that over-engineering comes with a downstream cost. Very enjoyable review, as usual! Cheers!

[wjse]

I have this, 2022 model XLine, and I love it!