Used BMW X1 for Sale nearLincoln, NE

How much does the BMW X1 cost in today's market?

Used BMW X1 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW X1's current nationwide average price is $27,968, and its lowest point over the past year was $26,199. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW X1 a good car?

Yes — the BMW X1 is a strong pick if you want a compact luxury SUV that blends driving enjoyment with everyday usefulness. The all-generations owner rating is 4.59/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its fun driving experience, spacious interior, and modern features. They also highlight its strong performance, safety ratings, and fuel efficiency, which help make it a practical choice for a wide range of buyers.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2016 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on ride comfort, engine noise, and interior materials, and some recent expert reviews also point to features that can push the price up.

34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW X1 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the BMW X1 as enjoyable to drive, practical, and well-equipped, with strong performance and useful everyday features. Expert coverage also reinforces its appeal through premium materials, solid driving manners, and a well-rounded cabin.

• Owners rate the BMW X1 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks strongest when you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and a documented maintenance record.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW X1?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 82.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: 2023 active blind-spot detection with exit warning, front-collision warning with pedestrian- and cyclist detection, and available Active Driving Assistant Professional with speed limit assist, extended traffic-jam assistant, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control with stop & go.
• Infotainment: BMW Curved Display with iDrive 8, including the 10.7-inch infotainment screen and the 10.25-inch driver information display, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg city, 34 highway, and 28 combined.

Which BMW X1 trim should I buy?

The 2023 BMW X1 offers these trims:

• xDrive28i: The single 2023 trim brings standard all-wheel drive, a premium cabin, standard LED headlights and taillights, the BMW Curved Display with Live Cockpit Plus, and strong everyday performance; it’s the best-value choice for most shoppers.

What BMW X1 do most buyers choose?

The BMW X1 years with the most listings are 2025, 2026, and 2024.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a broader mix of prices, mileage, and equipment. They also give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right balance of value and features.

What is the BMW X1's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room for value. The largest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older examples show smaller declines. That pattern suggests recent-model inventory has softened more quickly than the oldest examples.

The 2014, 2022, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW X1 safe?

• 2023: 7/10
• 2016: 7/10

For the safest used buy, the 2016 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used BMW X1 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −11.27% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.08%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.4% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $37,956. The BMW X1 offers a premium cabin with a practical layout that works well for everyday use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest X1’s 2.0-liter twin-turbo four-cylinder makes 241 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, reaches zero to 60 in 6.2 seconds, and can tow up to 3,500 pounds.
• Tech: The BMW Curved Display integrates the 10.7-inch infotainment screen and the 10.25-inch driver information display, while Live Cockpit Professional adds a full-color head-up display and augmented reality navigation.
• Safety: Active blind-spot detection becomes standard and adds exit warning, while Active Driving Assistant Professional brings speed limit assist, extended traffic-jam assistant, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control with stop & go.
• Starting price: The vehicle starts at $38,600.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.