BMW car reviews BMW X1 reviews

  • NEW PRICE: £24 780 - £34 395
  • USED PRICE: From £17 750

BMW has already made its mark on the SUV sector with the larger X5 and X3. Now, it’s taking on the competitive compact SUV sector with the X1, a car that’s going head-to-head with the likes of Volvo’s XC60. So how does it compare? Find out here.

New BMW X1 reviews

The BMW X1 compares quite favourably with its rivals when it comes to price, with base models starting at around £23,000. Here in the UK it’s only being offered with diesel engines, so what effect does that have on performance and efficiency?

1 New BMW X1 review available

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    New price: £24 780 - £34 395

    BMW chase after the Ford Kuga and Volvo XC60 with its very own 4x4 compact SUV - the diesel only X1.

Used BMW X1 reviews

Even as a used car, the BMW X1 costs a lot to buy. But it holds its value well, retaining 45-47% of its value after three years, and those efficient diesel engines should help to keep fuel costs down. Do they manage it? Read our BMW X1 review to find out.

1 Used BMW X1 review available

BMW X1 reviews

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