2020 BMW X1 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$35,200 to $37,200

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BMW's smallest crossover, the X1, gets a major update for 2020. It competes against the Audi Q3, Lexus NX, Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class, and Volvo XC60.

BMW updated the X1’s face to match that of its larger X3, X5, and X7 siblings. It features an enlarged grille, daytime-running lights (DRL), and a new bumper. At the back, it sports a new pair of tinted taillights and wider tailpipes. Other niceties in BMW’s bag of tricks include a new two-tone “X1” welcome projection and contrast dashboard stitching. Finally, you can pick from three new paint colors: Storm Bay Metallic, Jucaro Beige, and Misano Blue Metallic.

The sole engine for the X1 is the 2.0-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine that makes 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The standard sDrive28i package gets you front-wheel drive (FWD), while the xDrive28i package comes with all-wheel drive (AWD). The sDrive28i hits 60 mph in 6.6 seconds while the xDrive28i does it in 6.3 seconds. While there are no official fuel-economy figures yet for 2020, last year’s model maxed out at 22 mpg city, 32 highway, and 26 combined with premium fuel.

The 2020 X1 includes some new standard options, including a larger 8.8-inch infotainment system with navigation and Apple CarPlay. Other standard features include a power liftgate, a sport leather steering wheel, leatherette interior, and power front seats. Optional features include 19-inch wheels, keyless start, Dakota leather, LED headlights with cornering, a premium sound system, wireless-device charging, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a garage-door opener, power-folding mirrors, a panoramic sunroof, and ambient lighting.

Standard safety features include lane-departure warning, pedestrian warning with braking, frontal-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, in-car speed-limit information, a reversing camera, parking sensors, and automatic high beams. The only safety options are a parking assistant and adaptive cruise control.

The 2020 BMW X1 remains an attractive entry in the luxury subcompact crossover field.

Kyree Rollerson
Published Jun 1, 2022 by Kyree Rollerson
A CarGurus contributor since 2017, Kyree has always been fascinated with the automotive world, especially when it comes to premium European cars. But regardless of the vehicle—whether it's an efficient hybrid or the latest luxury sled—he's always ready to dispense information and advice.

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by Susan Z
Sep 26, 2023
its a great value, this model could use some of the bells and whistles but the performance makes it worth it!Sep 26, 2023
by Anonymous
Jun 10, 2023
If you like the tight, controlled feel of a BMW, this delivers it in a small package. Theres plenty of power and lots of usable features; camera, warning sensors, AirPlay, heads-up display, and power everything. I recommend the leather, perforated sport seats. Run-flat tires are a bit firm -- I replaced them with standard tires and bought an aftermarket spare kit. Minor design quibbles: ingress/egress is tight, glovebox is small/poorly placed, no above-dash storage for sunglasses. Repairs can be expensive. Overall, its a perfect package if you want a small, nimble, practical car. Jun 10, 2023
by Polina Z
Nov 01, 2022
Entry level BMW on a Mini Cooper Frame. Made with a lot of cheap plastic inside the engine bay, interior, and throughout the exterior. Doesnt ride smooth like a BMW should. Doesnt take bumps very well. It has plenty of power, but the ride is nothing like the X3, X5, and other higher end BMWS. But that is to be expected from their entry level vehicle. The seats are not very comfortable. The back seats are horrible and very short. They might suffice for a small child, but not an adult. The electronics are very outdated. older technology. Not to mention, it doesnt even offer Android Auto...cmon BMW, get with the times. All in all, the car has plenty of pep and is sort of sporty and not bad to drive. I also like the classic BMW look of the car, but the styling has not really kept up with more modern styles. At a less excessive price point I would feel much better about the value, but unfortunately, this car is way over-priced for what you get. There are many better options out there for the same money that will bring you a lot more bang for your buck!Nov 01, 2022

2020 BMW X1 Pricing

Original MSRP
$35,200 to $37,200
Price range
$19,285 to $21,378
Average price on CG
$19,421
YoY price change
$21,291 to $19,421

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 205 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leatherette · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Memorized settings: audio system · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.20

Engine

Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: aluminum

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rails: aluminum

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · 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: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Steering

Steering ratio: 15.9

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

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa · Smart device app function: lock operation

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · 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 · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · 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: 7 · 205 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leatherette · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.20

Engine

Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: aluminum

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rails: aluminum

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · 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: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Steering

Steering ratio: 15.9

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

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa · Smart device app function: lock operation

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer

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