A Crossover with NO COMPROMISES: 2024 BMW X1 M35i REVIEW

Far from the gloomy picture painted by purists, the 2024 BMW X1 M35i proves even this automaker’s smallest crossover is packed with performance potential — and all without much compromise when it’s time for errands and everyday tasks.

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[pierrecastanets]

I drove this during BMW’s Ultimate Driving Experience, and it’s special. The power is accessible, the exhaust is sexy, and the handling is amazing.

Backseat is useless and there is some torque steer.

[brickdabrick]

Went from an x3 to a x1. I’m not that happy with my x1 hybrid. Feels a lot less car then the x3. So bought an x5 😂

[rightlanehog]

Dan, When it comes to BMW, are there still purists? 🤔

[Yepyep-uy]

The new x1 downsides. Turbo lag even with boost activated. The visors are stupid cheap. Other then that for an entry level it is phenomenal. I broke my loyalty to the 5 series because the new ones are hideous and I am so glad I did. Only want that I didn't get even thought I'm so use to it I still do it and then have to adjust is gesture control.

[unrealenging]

This in a real SUV
No crossover man😂