BMW X1 launches in Australia from $49,500
BMW Australia has released pricing for the new X1, with four variants starting at $49,500 and a higher level of standard equipment across the range.
BMW Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications for the second-generation X1, which arrives locally in four variants with a starting price of $49,500 for the sDrive18d. The new X1 range includes both front- and all-wheel-drive options, with deliveries scheduled to begin in late 2015.
The entry-level sDrive18d is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel producing 110kW and 330Nm, driving the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Priced at $51,600, the petrol sDrive20i delivers 141kW and 280Nm, also in front-wheel drive configuration.
All-wheel-drive options begin with the xDrive20d ($56,500), which uses a 2.0-litre diesel rated at 140kW and 400Nm. The flagship xDrive25i, at $59,900, brings a 170kW/350Nm petrol engine and adds further equipment over the rest of the range.
Standard and additional equipment
BMW has increased the standard specification for Australian buyers. Every X1 gets 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, a power tailgate, xLine exterior styling, rearview camera, park assist, navigation with real-time traffic, Intelligent Emergency Call, ConnectedDrive services, rear seat adjustment, and a suite of active safety features including pedestrian warning, city brake function, forward collision alert and lane departure warning. The sDrive18d is the only variant without paddle shifters on its automatic gearbox.
- 19-inch alloy wheels (xDrive25i only)
- Variable sports steering (xDrive25i only)
- Comfort Access (xDrive25i only)
- Navigation Plus and head-up display (xDrive25i only)
- Leather upholstery, heated and electric front seats with lumbar adjustment (xDrive25i only)
Compared to the previous generation, the new X1 shifts to a transverse engine layout and offers more interior space, a higher driving position and improved efficiency. The model competes with rivals such as the Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA in the premium compact SUV segment. For buyers cross-shopping, Mazda’s CX-5 and Hyundai’s Tucson are also recent arrivals in the segment, with local pricing detailed at /2015-mazda-cx-5-gets-priced-in-australia and /2016-hyundai-tucson-announced-for-australia.
Engine and pricing summary
| Variant | Engine | Power/Torque | Drive | Price (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive18d | 2.0 diesel | 110kW/330Nm | FWD | $49,500 |
| sDrive20i | 2.0 petrol | 141kW/280Nm | FWD | $51,600 |
| xDrive20d | 2.0 diesel | 140kW/400Nm | AWD | $56,500 |
| xDrive25i | 2.0 petrol | 170kW/350Nm | AWD | $59,900 |
