8.3
2025 BMW X1 review
The last X1 was a strong seller, but not a class leader. The new model is a stronger package – and now has a proper performance option.
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Scott Collie
BMW X1 vs Volvo XC40 Comparison
BMW X1
Volvo XC40
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2025 BMW
X1
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2025 Volvo
XC40
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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8.3
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Based on the BMW X1 M35i xDRIVE
Based on the Volvo XC40 ULTRA B4 DARK
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
54L
351 to 421 km
54L
373 to 432 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$60,400 - $92,300
$54,990 - $85,990
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Grown-up, spacious interior
- Packs a punch in a straight line
- Interior tech is mostly excellent
Misses
- Big price jump over xDrive20i
- Gets a bit busy over rough roads
- Interior technology can still be fiddly
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Dynamic driving characteristics
- Compliant ride
- Intuitive Google built-in infotainment interface
Misses
- Tardy acceleration
- Some cheap-feeling interior finishes
- Touchscreen looks a little small
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X1 comes standard in non-metallic Alpine White, with a range of metallic finishes costing an extra $1800 or coming free as part of the Enhancement pack:
- Black Sapphire
- Phytonic Blue
- M Portimao Blue
- Sanremo Green
- Cape York Green
- Utah Orange
BMW Individual Storm Bay is a $2500 option, or $700 if you specify your X1 with the Enhancement pack.
The XC40 is available in the following colours:
- Black Stone solid
- Sage Green metallic (new)
- Fjord Blue metallic (new)
- Silver Dawn metallic (new)
- Bright Dusk metallic (new)
- Onyx Black metallic
- Crystal White pearl
- Fusion Red metallic
- Thunder Grey metallic
Metallic shades are a $1200 option on all petrol models, but are a no-cost option on electric models.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1499 - 1998 | 1969 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4, 3 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 233kW | 145kW - 300kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4900 - 5750 | 4800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 230Nm - 400Nm | 300Nm - 670Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1450 - 2000 | 1500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
