I have my 6 st BMW, the best cars ever, best motors, I just bought the X2 hybrid X drive , M sport….BMW brings joy and pure pleasure to drive…. Much more then any other car….I’m watching you every week from France 🇫🇷 😉
Purchased the X1 Msport 2.0 petrol, 20” wheels … with the lot, arrived in October 2022 (Australia). An update to my wife’s Audi Q5. Great car, excellent tech, drives well, comfy seating and electronic key in my Apple Wallet is fab. Only down sides are harsh suspension, noisy on 20” run flats and lack of knob to sort climate control … oh yes, and the price. All in all, glad we upgraded.
Very impressed with our 2023 X1 (M Sport package, Prem Enh, 19" wheels) having been driving it for a week now having traded in a 2017 X3. Loving all the technology in the car, really like the curved display screens and finding the touchscreen is great to use and operate. Do not miss the iDrive control dial at all, the interior design and layout are well executed. The new engine improvements and dct transmission seem to work well together, very sporty peppy ride and impressive gas mileage so far.
@@Barkingcats22 We did a measured gas use last week on a 284km road trip and used 19.8L of fuel. That works out to 6.96L/100Km or 40.6 mpg(Imperial) or 32.4 mpg(US). The X1 computer reading was 41.2mpg. So far have bout 1500km on our X1. That is great gas mileage, however we have been driving fairly easy and not much in sport mode. On the other hand this is winter driving when gas consumption increases. Will look at it again over the summer when doing more sporty driving, but it looks like BMW has made a really nice engine that optimizes performance and fuel use.
We have had it for 2mths. Arrived end of Nov. it’s been great, the engine, especially the Torque, tranny and suspension have been a lot of fun. The lack on knobs, especially the heating has been obnoxious, but not bad to navigate. Since you mentioned it 20x, the lack of heating in the base price is brutal for a BMW. Trying to get you to buy a full package. Zack they should have given you a M trim to try, paddle shift and dynamic suspension. Great review!
Aint worth it for the packages. Your BMW gets too expensive at that point. Though Merc and Audi comes standard with heating seats, so better competitive value elsewhere IMO.
@@dondonaldson1684 Thats even worse. Why do the Germans always have to make a simple function more convoluted- because try using voice commands in a car full of loud kids, which is the purpose of an SUV.
Great review A&Z. What you missed to mentioned ist that the car can be ordered with onboard camera and feature like Tesla‘s Sentry mode (it records all accidents). Also the vehicle also can be equipped with augmented reality map. I really don’t know why your test vehicle doesn’t have the „boost“ panel shifter (it gives you 10 sec of maximum power, for overtake for example).
The smallest brother X1 looks a lot better than the biggest brother X7. Jokes aside, the new X1 is definitely the winner in its class. BMW nails it and man, if my wife wants to replace her 2018. X3, the new X1 totally makes sense. she will pay less for even more amenities except people may think it is a downgrade (people only judge from the badge duh). Her x3 was fully loaded with the rare m sport adaptive suspension (for 2018 you need to tick almost every option in order to get it), so she pays north 70k+ taxes for an X3. Now the fully loaded X1 with adaptive suspension is sub 61k, with similar roominess and better tech! Wonderful review! No one does couple car review better than you guys!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review. Our test model with some extra features came out to around $55,000 CAD which is where the X3 starts in Canada. I would be pretty happy with this new model and it's an absolute blast to drive.
@@andreaspencer9813 totally! The 60k model that we got quoted was the m sport trim with all the bells and whistles. I honestly think my wife will be super happy with the one without m sport trim unless she really wants the adaptive suspension which is only featured in the m sport model i believe.
Amazing video Andrea and Zack! I'm liking this re-design BMW X1 ... I think it worth taking one for test drive because it so much improved and looks like a mini x3 from the rear
So glad you made a video for X1! Great review as always. Wish you would have talked about the dct transmission in the base X1 and we need to pay extra for the automatic which probably you guys are driving
in Canada, I don't know why BMW on their Canadian website differentiates between DCT and Auto Trans with the Auto Trans costing more... in the US, it is just called the DCT... The 'auto trans' is really the inclusion of the paddle shifters and other items that make up the MSport version which here in the US costs an additional $2300 USD = no difference in power figures though...
Considering what many Japanese/VWs/domestic CUVs are costing, this (albeit not inexpensive)… looks to be decent value. Over $45k is hardly cheap, but what else would has a such a Germanic look, solid presence and Badge with so much amazing history. It is an entry level BMW model which will most likely draw many new clients into the premium German market… which is good. I like it. As well as … the video. Thanks.
Yeah but Japanese cars are far more reliable. Especially compared to the German cars manufactured here in the states or Mexico. Japanese cars are still mostly produced in Japan. Also it’s not about just initial costs, but also repairs. Repairs for BMW are far more expensive.
At least the Japanese cars are reliable- and easy to use. Spend a few minutes looking at how convoluted the process is to turn on heated seats, or why the temperature has to be on the screen- all functionally inferior design choices- and the Japanese interiors all look simple and convenient by comparison. Not to mention the Germans have a bad history with plastic interiors sqeaking and creaking. I wouldn't be surprised if that floating center console is creaking every time you lean on it in a year or two. Also, in a Japanese car, like a CX-5, at this price point, you would get premium leather and cooled seats. In the BMW you are stuck with vinyl. BMW has an amazing history, but the inclusion of a BMW badge on this new model doesn't mean that any of that amazing history has carried over into it.
If they didn’t bring back the spare tire we would not have gotten the X1 my wife was driving an older crv and she wanted something similar in size and this new X1 was the best fit to replace it. Thank you for the bob marley side note.
I was told that adaptive cruise with lane assist is difficult to get as an option in the US but easier to add in Canada. You have to learn to control everything by voice control and the controls on the steering wheel. From what I hear that the new voice control system allows you to control things like the heated seats and your preferred preset stations.
I test drove one and although it was around 95 degrees i was perplexed that the entire glass was sooooo hot on the infotainment screen . I wonder if thats gonna be a problem later on??? As if it overheated before car was even turned on
Bring My Wallet so true, but I really still love my old X1 with the heated leather interior and sexier exterior. Does the new model come with remote start or a block heater or still extra in Canada?
I think the new X1 looks nice overall (Countryman also looked nice), but agree short on some features like heated/ vented seats, not without paying for a hefty package...
The back seat sure looks spacious, which I was surprised by. What I am curious about though, Zach could you fit in the back seat if another tall guy was in the front, with the seat all the way back?
Hi thank you for this video, could you confirm if the rear seat has underneath lever to adjust to move back a forth? Also on this model is the Xline option are the side view mirror with high glossy and aluminum combination ?
Great review! Very nice looking BMW. I'm 6'2", and am looking for an SUV with comfort, quiet ride(#1), power and cargo space for my golf clubs. Not sure this BMW fits the bill. If not, any ideas what would???
see Sam CarLegion's review of the x1 of about one month ago.. he is 6 2 and says it was more than fine for him. Even the reviewer at the same height at the German Autogefuhl channel liked it...
Another great review guys - main issue for me is the tiny wheels which look out of proportion with the car and the moment you ‘bring your wallet’ and buy the bigger sporty versions with summer tyres they trash the ride! Or do you think if you opt for adaptive suspension Andrea it will still be relatively comfortable? Best Clive
Got our in beginning of December, one of the firsts coming to Ontario, HEA package (Enhance&xline) Pros: Quick,very quick,good and informative breaks,pretty quiet, amazing harman sound,fuel efficient (high way 7.5, city 8.5-9), very roomy, love the rear camera wash nozzle,very fast heated seats and steering wheel,start the car from the app and enjoy the warm seat and warm steering wheel, the app itself very good Cons: hate the new handles design, missing idrive, missing physical bottoms, cannot retract extend head rest anymore(not talking about up/down), cannot close the trunk from a fob,stupid design of a sunshade, i like to seat low, and when is a sunset/sunrise, the sunshade doesn’t work you have to lift yourself up , they means you have to readjust mirrors, no lumbar support, any trim you go you don’t have it, wtf? no adaptive cruise.not removable flor/shelf in a trunk, on a rainy days on a high way can’t see anything in a mirrors cause all the mess covered visibility on a side window exactly when it shouldn’t be…
I asked on your Instagram page for this 2023 x1 - does it include the always-excluded blind-spot monitor ?? Not a mention of it here in this review… ❓❓❓❓❓
it *(finally)* became available in November on the US website, as my car that was completely built on 10/31 did not have that option when I put in the order back on August 30th. It was sitting at the dock in Belgium since Nov 7th until it finally boarded just this past week on January 17th. I should be getting it in late February here in Hawaii.
Test drove one the other day and I didn’t even know it had stop start engine until the sales rep told me. I was surprised it did. That’s how quiet and none intrusive it is. Didn’t find any lag. Was punchier than the X3 I drove right before hand … surprisingly fun to drive.
Really nice car, I saw one yesterday that was all black with the 19 inch wheels. It was stunning. I really like the door handles . There s something really wrong about paying for heated seats in a “luxury” car. I had the ventilated seats in a Ford truck but don’t have them in our XC90. If they came fully equiped, I think more people would go towards luxury brands . Like mentionned, you can get a Kia that has more equipment Than this. I like its exterior look, I think it s a little modern but not too much. Great review as always !
Good review. I actually like the way the exterior looks. I think BMW got it right, but not with the interior. I agree with Zach and Andrea, I don't like the new infotainment system without hard buttons.
i test drove one yesterday for purchase, i found it lagging when accelerating, sometimes it would not accelerate at all, then just kick start, reminds me a bit of the Tiguan some yrs back, otherwise a good inside looking vehicle, the front grill could look better just a little smaller though, but am going to Acura RDX, smoother drive there
Great review! I think this needs MSport package and it’s something I would consider. My 2013 X3 35i with 199,500 km that I owned from new still feels like something I should hang onto versus something like this which now costs what my X3 did back then. The X3 with the inline 6 feels special and has what I need and I get to keep my money. I’m starting to think Porsche Macan S and GTS variants present value versus BMW. Also, great call on the Bruce Springsteen album on the stereo!! Love the boss!
I agree with you. My 2015 Macan S has a six cylinder and feels special too, at 114,000 kms. With the trend in extracting as much HP and torque from a smaller and smaller engine concerns me with respect to engine longevity. My six cylinder Macan with 340 HP feels strong like the day I bought it new.
Great video. This vehicle is very nice and good price. I understand need for buttons but with touchscreen, they may not going back. Interior is an awesome tho. 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
I was hoping the iX1 would make it to Canada. My X3 goes back later this year and I am looking to switch to an ev so it looks like a new brand for the next toy.
Really like it. I do like you guys wish they had kept the idrive knob and had a couple more standard features. My personal wish would be to add the PHEV power train from the 3 series as an option, but I can see that not being doable due to the mechanical differences.
I love love your reviews! BUT can you please calm the ding sound when you ask to put it into s for subscribe? I always forget to turn down my volume and it’s really quite alarming! :-) cheers from Maine
I grabbed a 2022 X1 before they were all sold off. I prefer buttons and a proper shifter. Plus, just my opinion, the outgoing X1 looks more iconic, the new one has a bit of a cartoonish front. I’m not a big fan of screens ….
Don’t think BMW has the production capability at this time to sell the ix1 in North America, otherwise I’d have one already… for me the ideal electric suv, and based on European reviewers, handles beautifully.
Great review! Thank you. Missing front ventilated seats are deal breaker since it’s a must have…ARGH X3 drives better but too big and rear looks too ugly!! Fell in love with GV70 interior but not so much exterior and took big. Why can’t BMW put vented front seats??? Come on BMW!!!! LOL
@@andreaspencer9813 Andrea, I just tried building one on our US BMW website, no option for adaptive cruise control, you either pick the convenience or premium package. There is noadaptive cruise control in the premium package. Bummer!
@@eleanormassaro5195 It's actually not on the Canadian website right but it is on the US site. If you scroll down after seeing the Convenience and Premium packages, you'll see additional packages, keep scrolling down to options, it's called Active Driving Assistant Pro for $1700. It's under safety options, right beside remote engine start.
Thanks for the great review as always This new BMW does not stand out and the rear is awkward bad. Interior is a pass for me also. More power isn't always better. Toronto traffic is mostly stop and go every day and all hours.
RFT or otherwise the Front suspension noise is very heart breaking, a/c is poor in tropical climate, battery life only 24 months. Likes > very crisp handling, drivers pleasure.
I got my 2023 x1 in December. I have it with full package and am inlove with the car.
I have my 6 st BMW, the best cars ever, best motors, I just bought the X2 hybrid X drive , M sport….BMW brings joy and pure pleasure to drive…. Much more then any other car….I’m watching you every week from France 🇫🇷 😉
I have the X5 ...and this was very impressive . Great content as always ! Thanks from NY ...go Bills !
5:43 Holy moly the cockpit of that Mercedes is HIDEOUS. OMG.
Purchased the X1 Msport 2.0 petrol, 20” wheels … with the lot, arrived in October 2022 (Australia). An update to my wife’s Audi Q5. Great car, excellent tech, drives well, comfy seating and electronic key in my Apple Wallet is fab. Only down sides are harsh suspension, noisy on 20” run flats and lack of knob to sort climate control … oh yes, and the price. All in all, glad we upgraded.
BAVARIAN MILK WAGON Like this Channel specially you Andrea. Yall keep up the great work!
Getting ready to lease one at work,so this a great preview of the car. Thank you guys!!😊
Successive models have been growing in size for as long as I can remember. Look at todays small models compared to mid size cars of 30 years ago.
Very impressed with our 2023 X1 (M Sport package, Prem Enh, 19" wheels) having been driving it for a week now having traded in a 2017 X3. Loving all the technology in the car, really like the curved display screens and finding the touchscreen is great to use and operate. Do not miss the iDrive control dial at all, the interior design and layout are well executed. The new engine improvements and dct transmission seem to work well together, very sporty peppy ride and impressive gas mileage so far.
What is your current MPG?
@@Barkingcats22 We did a measured gas use last week on a 284km road trip and used 19.8L of fuel. That works out to 6.96L/100Km or 40.6 mpg(Imperial) or 32.4 mpg(US). The X1 computer reading was 41.2mpg. So far have bout 1500km on our X1. That is great gas mileage, however we have been driving fairly easy and not much in sport mode. On the other hand this is winter driving when gas consumption increases. Will look at it again over the summer when doing more sporty driving, but it looks like BMW has made a really nice engine that optimizes performance and fuel use.
@@RonA-yf3nx thats better than my NX350H! Best i got on that is 6.4L/100 and that was in the summer. I look forward to the X1 i ordered
Pls note I made a correction to the L/100km in my above original post, 40.6 mpg(imperial) works out to 6.96L/100km.
@@RonA-yf3nx still better than my NXH in the winter haha. Im currently at 7.6L/100km . Ordered my x1 got a pretty nice trade for the NXH
Right when Zack is about to give a detail, TH-cam commercial.. great car, great vid, excited to see it at the Toronto Car Show
Pay for You Tube Premium. So worth it.
We have had it for 2mths. Arrived end of Nov. it’s been great, the engine, especially the Torque, tranny and suspension have been a lot of fun. The lack on knobs, especially the heating has been obnoxious, but not bad to navigate. Since you mentioned it 20x, the lack of heating in the base price is brutal for a BMW. Trying to get you to buy a full package.
Zack they should have given you a M trim to try, paddle shift and dynamic suspension. Great review!
Aint worth it for the packages. Your BMW gets too expensive at that point. Though Merc and Audi comes standard with heating seats, so better competitive value elsewhere IMO.
Push voice command button and say "increase temperature to 22 degrees". Removes obnoxiousness.
@@dondonaldson1684 Thats even worse. Why do the Germans always have to make a simple function more convoluted- because try using voice commands in a car full of loud kids, which is the purpose of an SUV.
BMW just wants you to pay and pay
I really like the look of the new X1.
I drove this exact one today. Loved it. I love the BMW seats 😍 I wish my Mazda CX 5 had the heavy bolstered seats.
Love this but with the M sport package. So tempted to order it 🤗 thanks for the great review Andrea and Zack.
Thanks for watching, this one was tough to give back, super fun.
Great review A&Z. What you missed to mentioned ist that the car can be ordered with onboard camera and feature like Tesla‘s Sentry mode (it records all accidents). Also the vehicle also can be equipped with augmented reality map. I really don’t know why your test vehicle doesn’t have the „boost“ panel shifter (it gives you 10 sec of maximum power, for overtake for example).
I added heat seats and wheel for about $1000 U.S. on a Wrangler Sport. German luxury brands nickel and dime folks to death… Love the channel!
Thank you, glad you are enjoying our content!
You are lucky they didn't ask you to pay $1000 for the steering wheel; or maybe they did?
@@michaels3003 Brilliant and well thought out response
@@vegvisir6695, thank you. Paying $1000 for these basic options was brilliant too (for the manufacturer the dealer).
@@michaels3003 I bow to your Socratic logic…you are too well informed for me to attempt to debate. Have a spectacular weekend.
Salut : as usual, you are the best. Freezing here in Paris ( -2° Celsius);
First time watching and great video. New subscriber from the UK
Welcome aboard! - Andrea
The smallest brother X1 looks a lot better than the biggest brother X7. Jokes aside, the new X1 is definitely the winner in its class. BMW nails it and man, if my wife wants to replace her 2018. X3, the new X1 totally makes sense. she will pay less for even more amenities except people may think it is a downgrade (people only judge from the badge duh). Her x3 was fully loaded with the rare m sport adaptive suspension (for 2018 you need to tick almost every option in order to get it), so she pays north 70k+ taxes for an X3. Now the fully loaded X1 with adaptive suspension is sub 61k, with similar roominess and better tech! Wonderful review! No one does couple car review better than you guys!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review. Our test model with some extra features came out to around $55,000 CAD which is where the X3 starts in Canada. I would be pretty happy with this new model and it's an absolute blast to drive.
@@andreaspencer9813 totally! The 60k model that we got quoted was the m sport trim with all the bells and whistles. I honestly think my wife will be super happy with the one without m sport trim unless she really wants the adaptive suspension which is only featured in the m sport model i believe.
@I am TC That’s right, M suspension is only available in the M Sport package.
Is it still comfortable to ride? Does the wireless phone charger work? Do experience any reliability issues? I really want the new X1.
Amazing video Andrea and Zack!
I'm liking this re-design BMW X1 ... I think it worth taking one for test drive because it so much improved and looks like a mini x3 from the rear
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it, BMW did a great job, it handles incredibly well.
Darkness 1978… one of the best by Bruce ! Nice x1 too
What's the reliability like on the mini on which this is based and the old x1? are repairs frequent? are they usually expensive?
So glad you made a video for X1! Great review as always. Wish you would have talked about the dct transmission in the base X1 and we need to pay extra for the automatic which probably you guys are driving
in Canada, I don't know why BMW on their Canadian website differentiates between DCT and Auto Trans with the Auto Trans costing more... in the US, it is just called the DCT... The 'auto trans' is really the inclusion of the paddle shifters and other items that make up the MSport version which here in the US costs an additional $2300 USD = no difference in power figures though...
Considering what many Japanese/VWs/domestic CUVs are costing, this (albeit not inexpensive)… looks to be decent value. Over $45k is hardly cheap, but what else would has a such a Germanic look, solid presence and Badge with so much amazing history. It is an entry level BMW model which will most likely draw many new clients into the premium German market… which is good. I like it. As well as … the video. Thanks.
Yeah but Japanese cars are far more reliable. Especially compared to the German cars manufactured here in the states or Mexico. Japanese cars are still mostly produced in Japan. Also it’s not about just initial costs, but also repairs. Repairs for BMW are far more expensive.
At least the Japanese cars are reliable- and easy to use. Spend a few minutes looking at how convoluted the process is to turn on heated seats, or why the temperature has to be on the screen- all functionally inferior design choices- and the Japanese interiors all look simple and convenient by comparison. Not to mention the Germans have a bad history with plastic interiors sqeaking and creaking. I wouldn't be surprised if that floating center console is creaking every time you lean on it in a year or two.
Also, in a Japanese car, like a CX-5, at this price point, you would get premium leather and cooled seats. In the BMW you are stuck with vinyl.
BMW has an amazing history, but the inclusion of a BMW badge on this new model doesn't mean that any of that amazing history has carried over into it.
Even the Koreans are way cheaper with all the standard features and better price and better reliability
If they didn’t bring back the spare tire we would not have gotten the X1 my wife was driving an older crv and she wanted something similar in size and this new X1 was the best fit to replace it. Thank you for the bob marley side note.
I have the 2021 x1 and love it.
It looks pretty nice but the price seems a bit much for something that is kind of stripped down for features.
بسم الله ماشاء الله وتبارك الرحمن والله يبارك وربي يرزقنا من حيث لا نحتسب يا رب سيارة روعة تحيا الصناعة الالمانية
Isn't it hard to reach the storage compartment under centre armrest?
I was told that adaptive cruise with lane assist is difficult to get as an option in the US but easier to add in Canada. You have to learn to control everything by voice control and the controls on the steering wheel. From what I hear that the new voice control system allows you to control things like the heated seats and your preferred preset stations.
Yes. It does. It is possible to control heating of steering wheel, AC, music, navigation.
I bought one with the M package and I love it. And I agree with Zack re: missing the central comptroller on my 2020. Thank you for your info..
The rear and side view reminds me of the CRV.
I test drove one and although it was around 95 degrees i was perplexed that the entire glass was sooooo hot on the infotainment screen . I wonder if thats gonna be a problem later on??? As if it overheated before car was even turned on
Bring My Wallet so true, but I really still love my old X1 with the heated leather interior and sexier exterior. Does the new model come with remote start or a block heater or still extra in Canada?
I think the new X1 looks nice overall (Countryman also looked nice), but agree short on some features like heated/ vented seats, not without paying for a hefty package...
seems like missing to mention the price of your tested vehicle?
We did sorry about that, just over $55,000 CAD.
The big grill actually looked okay on this model.
Zack, you have to look at how much lb ft of power it's making throughout the RPM band. Hopefully it doesn't fall flat on its face at some peak revs...
Would you be reviewing x1 2024 m35 i any time sooner?
Interesting how this is smaller and shorter than the GLB but has more cargo room yet the interior passenger space is very similar.
About the price of a CRV. Sounds like great alternative.
The back seat sure looks spacious, which I was surprised by. What I am curious about though, Zach could you fit in the back seat if another tall guy was in the front, with the seat all the way back?
Great video! Love the Bob Marley and Wailers take 😂
Love the X-line design. The new BMW X1 model looks so sleek. The M sports pack looks ok but I hate the plastic looking spoilers at the front and back.
I was going to get the Ix1 but got the ix3 m sport pro much better and not much more money uk . Can you review ix3
Andrea and Zach, which year or generation was your favourite for design for the X1?
Amazing review on a beautiful car
No adaptive cruise available (even optional) for the new X1?! Cannot locate it on the BMW Canada configurator
It's not on the site yet, but the BMW Canada press release states it will be available. It is on the US site.
When comparing the 2024 X1 xDrive28i and 2025 CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid, which one is a better buy?
Hi thank you for this video, could you confirm if the rear seat has underneath lever to adjust to move back a forth? Also on this model is the Xline option are the side view mirror with high glossy and aluminum combination ?
Great review! Very nice looking BMW. I'm 6'2", and am looking for an SUV with comfort, quiet ride(#1), power and cargo space for my golf clubs.
Not sure this BMW fits the bill. If not, any ideas what would???
see Sam CarLegion's review of the x1 of about one month ago.. he is 6 2 and says it was more than fine for him. Even the reviewer at the same height at the German Autogefuhl channel liked it...
Another great review guys - main issue for me is the tiny wheels which look out of proportion with the car and the moment you ‘bring your wallet’ and buy the bigger sporty versions with summer tyres they trash the ride! Or do you think if you opt for adaptive suspension Andrea it will still be relatively comfortable? Best Clive
Would you take this over the RDX? Prices are pretty darn close, depending on options.
Got our in beginning of December, one of the firsts coming to Ontario,
HEA package
(Enhance&xline)
Pros:
Quick,very quick,good and informative breaks,pretty quiet, amazing harman sound,fuel efficient (high way 7.5, city 8.5-9), very roomy, love the rear camera wash nozzle,very fast heated seats and steering wheel,start the car from the app and enjoy the warm seat and warm steering wheel, the app itself very good
Cons: hate the new handles design, missing idrive, missing physical bottoms, cannot retract extend head rest anymore(not talking about up/down), cannot close the trunk from a fob,stupid design of a sunshade, i like to seat low, and when is a sunset/sunrise, the sunshade doesn’t work you have to lift yourself up , they means you have to readjust mirrors, no lumbar support, any trim you go you don’t have it, wtf? no adaptive cruise.not removable flor/shelf in a trunk, on a rainy days on a high way can’t see anything in a mirrors cause all the mess covered visibility on a side window exactly when it shouldn’t be…
I asked on your Instagram page for this 2023 x1 - does it include the always-excluded blind-spot monitor ?? Not a mention of it here in this review… ❓❓❓❓❓
Hope to see a review on the new X1 M35xi this Fall.
I noticed there was no power lumbar support for either seat. Is that an option or not available.
it *(finally)* became available in November on the US website, as my car that was completely built on 10/31 did not have that option when I put in the order back on August 30th. It was sitting at the dock in Belgium since Nov 7th until it finally boarded just this past week on January 17th. I should be getting it in late February here in Hawaii.
Nice video.
Should one consider the kia sportage hybrid sx prestige or bmw x1 base model?
I have been waiting for looks amazing
Your like me Zak I got a one pack to, bought and paid for :)
Did you find any lag in second gear? And did the start/stop feature where the engine shuts off get annoying?
Test drove one the other day and I didn’t even know it had stop start engine until the sales rep told me. I was surprised it did. That’s how quiet and none intrusive it is.
Didn’t find any lag. Was punchier than the X3 I drove right before hand … surprisingly fun to drive.
Wait, doesn't this have a 48 volt mild hybrid system?
She takes those fastish turns rather nicely.
Really nice car, I saw one yesterday that was all black with the 19 inch wheels. It was stunning. I really like the door handles . There s something really wrong about paying for heated seats in a “luxury” car.
I had the ventilated seats in a Ford truck but don’t have them in our XC90.
If they came fully equiped, I think more people would go towards luxury brands . Like mentionned, you can get a Kia that has more equipment Than this.
I like its exterior look, I think it s a little modern but not too much.
Great review as always !
I like the looks. The wheels are not good but the wheels that come on it are great.
Yes, the 19" bright wheels would make a big difference.
Is this Phytonic Blue?
Good review. I actually like the way the exterior looks. I think BMW got it right, but not with the interior. I agree with Zach and Andrea, I don't like the new infotainment system without hard buttons.
i test drove one yesterday for purchase, i found it lagging when accelerating, sometimes it would not accelerate at all, then just kick start, reminds me a bit of the Tiguan some yrs back, otherwise a good inside looking vehicle, the front grill could look better just a little smaller though, but am going to Acura RDX, smoother drive there
My smile dropped lower and lower throughout the video until the “Bring My Wallet” and back to sad face.
Great review! I think this needs MSport package and it’s something I would consider.
My 2013 X3 35i with 199,500 km that I owned from new still feels like something I should hang onto versus something like this which now costs what my X3 did back then. The X3 with the inline 6 feels special and has what I need and I get to keep my money. I’m starting to think Porsche Macan S and GTS variants present value versus BMW.
Also, great call on the Bruce Springsteen album on the stereo!! Love the boss!
I agree with you. My 2015 Macan S has a six cylinder and feels special too, at 114,000 kms. With the trend in extracting as much HP and torque from a smaller and smaller engine concerns me with respect to engine longevity. My six cylinder Macan with 340 HP feels strong like the day I bought it new.
@@timcreelman3540I don’t think engines generally lose horsepower over time 🤔
Great video. This vehicle is very nice and good price. I understand need for buttons but with touchscreen, they may not going back. Interior is an awesome tho. 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
BMW is offering a full digital experience now with the iDrive 8 operating system. Although I miss the buttons, the system is very good.
@@andreaspencer9813 👍🏻👍🏻
I was hoping the iX1 would make it to Canada. My X3 goes back later this year and I am looking to switch to an ev so it looks like a new brand for the next toy.
How will it look when it’s in the shop getting repaired at $225/ hr?
Hi guys could you revisit this car when the new M35i version comes out.? ATB from the UK
Really like it. I do like you guys wish they had kept the idrive knob and had a couple more standard features. My personal wish would be to add the PHEV power train from the 3 series as an option, but I can see that not being doable due to the mechanical differences.
I love love your reviews! BUT can you please calm the ding sound when you ask to put it into s for subscribe? I always forget to turn down my volume and it’s really quite alarming! :-) cheers from Maine
Between this one and The Mercedes GLA 250 which one rides Better ?
How is it in snow and ice??
On summer tires very poor, on all-season tires ok at best, on all-weather tires quite good and on winter tires good.
Great review! We just leased one. Except, marginal stereo, seats not so comfortable.
Is it worth your money 💯
Will it come in a hybrid?
Amazing!!!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍
How many engines choices are there for the new x1
Only one
Is one still a "choice?"
@@andreaspencer9813 that's sad 😢
Great review again Andrea and Zack! I agree with Zack about weird front end. The wheels look awful!
I grabbed a 2022 X1 before they were all sold off. I prefer buttons and a proper shifter. Plus, just my opinion, the outgoing X1 looks more iconic, the new one has a bit of a cartoonish front. I’m not a big fan of screens ….
I had a brilliant test drive….just ordered one 👍
I believe it’s a mistake to not bring the iX1 to the USA and Canada.
Don’t think BMW has the production capability at this time to sell the ix1 in North America, otherwise I’d have one already… for me the ideal electric suv, and based on European reviewers, handles beautifully.
@@MW-ut3dk I believe the iX1 would sell well if it were to come to North America. There is clearly a market for premium C-segment crossovers.
@@sammydavis991 Can you please expand on that?
I would buy one. Today
@@lindawick455 If it’s offered in the USA and Canada which sadly isn’t.
If you want something of similar size, there’s the Audi Q4 e-tron.
Great review! Thank you.
Missing front ventilated seats are deal breaker since it’s a must have…ARGH
X3 drives better but too big and rear looks too ugly!!
Fell in love with GV70 interior but not so much exterior and took big.
Why can’t BMW put vented front seats??? Come on BMW!!!! LOL
where is all the snow?))
Long awaited.
Yes, so happy we can finally stare this one!
I think that the front looks better than the back…
Interesting about the adaptive cruise control! I don’t think the new X1 comes with the adaptive cruise control in the United States🤔
It does, it's in the driver assistance package.
@@andreaspencer9813 Andrea, I just tried building one on our US BMW website, no option for adaptive cruise control, you either pick the convenience or premium package. There is noadaptive cruise control in the premium package. Bummer!
@Eleanor Massaro It is there, it is in another package.
@@andreaspencer9813 hmm. There was no option for a driver assistance package when I built it on the website. Maybe different in Canada?
@@eleanormassaro5195 It's actually not on the Canadian website right but it is on the US site. If you scroll down after seeing the Convenience and Premium packages, you'll see additional packages, keep scrolling down to options, it's called Active Driving Assistant Pro for $1700. It's under safety options, right beside remote engine start.
I'd rather have the buttons for less distracted driving when changing settings on the go
Does it look like a Forrester? Getting those vibes.
Good luck to your bills tom, I’m a NY giant fan for 50 yrs.😢😅😊
Zack, bang on about Kia ..
My favs ❤
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Thanks for the great review as always This new BMW does not stand out and the rear is awkward bad. Interior is a pass for me also. More power isn't always better. Toronto traffic is mostly stop and go every day and all hours.
RFT or otherwise the Front suspension noise is very heart breaking, a/c is poor in tropical climate, battery life only 24 months. Likes > very crisp handling, drivers pleasure.
Bmw x1 👍