Built to tackle the likes of the Range Rover Evoque and Audi Q3, the new BMW X1 is a far chunkier and meaner looking machine than the outgoing model, with a bold, upright snout that packs an enlarged kidney grille with sizeable vertical slats. This is flanked by a pair of slim LED headlamps incorporating a new daytime running light design. Finished off with
Viewed in profile, this newcomer further distinguishes itself from its predecessor with a stretched silhouette and almost squared-off wheel arches that are filled as standard with 18-inch alloy wheels . Meanwhile the back of the X1 is characterised by a much slimmer tailgate window and new three-dimensional LED light clusters. As with the front bumper, the rear is equipped with a matte chrome skid-plate.
“floating” armrest with integral control panel, a dedicated smartphone tray with inductive charging, as well as a stylish M Sport leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel that gives easy access to the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. BMW has also included intelligent two-zone automatic climate control, automatic wipers and lights, four USB-C ports and two 12v accessory power sockets.
mirror package, customisable ambient lighting, a large panoramic glass sunroof and a powerful Harman Kardon sound system. In SA the new BMW X1 will be available in two model derivatives. The BMW X1 sDrive18i packs a 1.5l