2015 BMW X1

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Rating7.8

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Subcompact SUV
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$31,200 - $39,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Simple infotainment system

5-year ownership cost is high and unpredictable

No changes were made for the 2015 model

Elegant interior for the price range

Annoying stop-start system

Specs & Features

$33,000

price

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

260 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the subcompact SUV, the 2015 BMW X1 SUV goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Audi Q3, the Lexus NX 200t, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA class. Spread across 3 trims, the BMW X1 starts off at a base price of MSRP of $31,200 and carries on to $39,100. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. Starting off is the 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine and 8-speed automatic transmissionbase engine. Making 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, this engine makes the BMW X1 capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds and carries the capability to tow 3,700 pounds. One can also opt for a bigger 3.0L turbo inline-6 enginethat is paired to the 6-speed automatic transmission. With 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.

Buying Advice

The 2015 BMW X1 is offered in 2 trims. The xDrive35i has a bigger engine and happens to be more performance focussed. We suggest considering this trim for its smooth and nimble driving characteristics along with a good package of features.

Trims

    28i
    $31,200 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 240 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 127 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    35i
    $39,100 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$31,200- $39,100

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.84

Horsepower

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.44

273 hp @ 6200 rpm

251 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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Gasoline

7.86

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

207 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.56

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.38

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

150 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

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Gasoline

7.93

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

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Gasoline

7.94

175 hp @ 5800 rpm

174 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

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2015 BMW X1 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2015 BMW X1

    Ranked #1

    6.2 sec14.3 sec127 mph
    6.5 sec13.9 sec135 mph
    6.7 sec13.2 sec122 mph
    7.2 sec15.1 sec135 mph
    2015 Audi Q3

    Ranked #5

    7.8 sec15.9 sec130 mph
    8.9 sec17 sec-

    2015 BMW X1 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2015 BMW X1

      Ranked #3

      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg16.6 gal.381.8/564.4 mi.
      25 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.370/518 mi.
      26 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.384.8/518 mi.
      25 mpg33 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.455/600.6 mi.
      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/555 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg16 gal.320/448 mi.

      2015 BMW X1 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2015 BMW X1

        Ranked #4

        176.5 in.70.8 in.60.8 in.7 in.108.7 in.
        189.6 in.72.4 in.66.1 in.8.7 in.108.1 in.
        183.5 in.73.7 in.66.1 in.5.4 in.105.7 in.
        179.3 in.72.4 in.67.3 in.8.5 in.106.3 in.
        173.9 in.71 in.60 in.8 in.106.3 in.
        2015 Audi Q3

        Ranked #6

        172.6 in.72.1 in.62.6 in.6.7 in.102.5 in.

        2015 BMW X1 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2015 BMW X1

          Ranked #5

          25 cu.ft.105.4 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          35.5 cu.ft.108.1 cu.ft.73.3 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi Q3

          Ranked #2

          16.7 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.
          26.1 cu.ft.103.5 cu.ft.61.3 cu.ft.
          17.2 cu.ft.-43.6 cu.ft.
          20.3 cu.ft.156.8 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.

          2015 BMW X1 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            2015 BMW X1

            Ranked #1

            13.3 cu.ft.25 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
            2015 Audi Q3

            Ranked #2

            64 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.
            36.5 cu.ft.17.2 cu.ft.43.6 cu.ft.
            42.2 cu.ft.26.1 cu.ft.61.3 cu.ft.
            73.3 cu.ft.35.5 cu.ft.73.3 cu.ft.
            12.2 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.

            2015 BMW X1 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2015 BMW X1

              Ranked #2

              3968 lbs.904 lbs.3527 lbs.
              2015 Audi Q3

              Ranked #1

              4400 lbs.1874 lbs.3494 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1100 lbs.3680 lbs.
              3306 lbs.1400 lbs.3384 lbs.
              2700 lbs.-3593 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1063 lbs.3194 lbs.

              2015 BMW X1 SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              4

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              89

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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