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2013 BMW X1 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Complementing its X3, X5 and oddball X6 “Sports Activity” vehicles, aka crossover utes, BMW is set to debut its smallest, coziest high-end mini-ute, the 2013 X1, in the U.S. market as early as the fall. Expected to be available in the traditional 28i and 35i versions, this time there’s a slight twist with the base X1 sDrive28i offered only in a rear-wheel-drive configuration. The X1’s xDrive28i and xDrive35i will, of course, continue to feature Beemer’s xDrive “intelligent” all-wheel-drive (AWD) technology. The German automaker lauds the introduction of this subcompact 5-passenger crossover as a notable precursor to a lineup-wide reworking for the 2014 model year and notes that the X1 will preview a few of the tweaks and twists anticipated in next-gen X series.
Though the brand new X1 is expected to offer a pair of turbocharged powerplants, a surprisingly roomy cabin and an acceptably spacious cargo area, a number of disparagements are already being voiced by reviewers and fans. First off, no diesel engine is yet foreseen in U.S.-marketed X1s, nor is a stick-shift transmission visible in this little Beemer’s future. Additionally, a few early reviews of the X1 opine that, despite its base designation, a goodly amount of this compact crossover’s interior materials ought to be closer to BMW’s usual stringent standards in their luxury-class lineup. Considering such lofty competition as Audi’s Q5, Land Rover’s Evoque and Acura’s RDX in the high-end compact crossover niche, not to mention more economical and practical offerings like Volkswagen’s Tiguan and Nissan’s Rogue, it’s hoped that Beemer will rectify these perceived shortcomings at some point.
In any case, look for the 2013 X1 sDrive28i and xDrive28i to sport a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine mated with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. This potent little four-banger should put out some 240 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque and will feature auto engine stop/start and regenerative braking.
For the xDrive35i, expect a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline 6-cylinder (I6) to again cohabitate with the 8-speed shiftable automatic for 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque. No auto stop/start with the I6, but it does retain brake regeneration capability. The xDrive AWD system in both the xDrive28i and the xDrive35i, meantime, will provide the bulk of its considerable torque to the rear wheels in normal driving conditions, switching power instantaneously from the wheels that slip to the wheels that grip as conditions necessitate. Alas, gas mileage won’t be available in either X1 engine assignment for some time yet.
Details are sketchy as to standard exterior and interior accoutrements in the new X1 trims, but it’s expected that Beemer’s unique and aggressive exterior lines will be bolstered by 17- (28i) and 18-inch (35i) alloy wheels and LED daytime running lights. Inside this debutante, look for U.S.-oriented glitz that will likely include leather and chrome accents, polished surfaces and, according to a number of early reviews, entirely too much plastic. Leatherette upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, automatic climate control and power accessories should adorn the 28i trims, along with cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering and an MP3-capable single-CD player with USB connection. The X1 xDrive35i, meantime, should add a rear spoiler, power moonroof and driver memory settings. Major options are expected to include a hard-drive-based navigation system, satellite radio, a power sun- or moonroof and Bluetooth hands-free communications technology.
Safety-wise, specifics are again sparse, but look for the obligatory 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags and front side-mounted airbags. Then there are likely to be the recently introduced programmable LED daytime running lights and adaptive high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights, as well as the traditional post-collision safety system.
User reviews for 2013 BMW X1
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by Erick U
Apr 13, 2024
I like Audis and BMWs so naturally the X1 did catch me eye. Like Audis A4-A6 and BMW sedans up to the X5 SUV.Apr 13, 2024
by Elle M
Feb 27, 2024
Love it yessss so amazing yesss so good yay
Feb 27, 2024
by nancy t
Oct 04, 2023
Nice car in good condition and drives well. Oct 04, 2023
User rating:
by Erick U
Apr 13, 2024
I like Audis and BMWs so naturally the X1 did catch me eye. Like Audis A4-A6 and BMW sedans up to the X5 SUV.Apr 13, 2024
by Elle M
Feb 27, 2024
Love it yessss so amazing yesss so good yay
Feb 27, 2024
by nancy t
Oct 04, 2023
Nice car in good condition and drives well. Oct 04, 2023
by Anonymous
Apr 24, 2023
I wish this particular vehicle had the Navigation package. But so far I love it.Apr 24, 2023
by Nyesha C
Sep 15, 2022
Wonderful features. Needs a little bit of touching up but for the most part I loved everything. Sep 15, 2022
by Debra M S
Jul 09, 2022
Mechanic advised to avoid, extreme timing chain issues. Expensive repairs. Stay awayJul 09, 2022
by Fernando D
Jan 22, 2022
Super clean car.. I love BMWS great value. Jan 22, 2022
by Juana J
Nov 02, 2021
I think the car features and value are great Nov 02, 2021
by Paul R
Apr 15, 2021
The ad says 6 cylinder motor, it only had 4Apr 15, 2021
by Meg E
Jan 27, 2021
Purchased a used 2013 BMW x1 xD in excellent shape and it drives very well in general. The only faults I can find match up with what other people say, which is the stiffness of the steering wheel and the slowness of the brakes. I wonder why that is. I can alter my driving style to accommodate these quirks, its OK with me because otherwise the car is beautiful, sleek, comfortable and responds well. Jan 27, 2021
by pennie p
Jan 24, 2021
Decent car, no back up camera. X3 or Audi would be better suited for me.Jan 24, 2021
by Joyce A
Dec 28, 2020
It looks good in the picture . if the mileage is correct, it presume to be a good car. Thanks.Dec 28, 2020
by Billy F
Feb 06, 2020
First time to drive a BMW x1. A lot of fun. Feb 06, 2020
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2013 BMW X1 Pricing
Original MSRP
$30,650 to $38,450Price range
$7,917 to $8,563Average price on CG
$7,917YoY price change
$8,563 to $7,917Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 180 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.15
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 180 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.15
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 180 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.64
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide · Roof rails: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent