BMW Updates X1 Range

MULGRAVE, AUSTRALIA – Sept 4, 2012: The BMW X1 has been given a comprehensive mid life update featuring new exterior styling, an upgraded interior and the latest BMW TwinPower engine line-up with the refreshed range now available in Australian showrooms.

The BMW X1, which created the Premium Compact SAV segment, also now features a new 8 speed transmission and other technologies from the BMW EfficientDynamics stable, further enhancing its class leading performance and efficiency.

BMW Group Australia Managing Director, Phil Horton said the BMW X1 already provides Australian customers with the unique combination of versatility, unrivalled efficiency and superior driving dynamics.

“The mid-life update of the BMW X1 reaffirms its position at the top of what has become a highly competitive environment in the compact SAV segment”.

The new BMW X1 range boasts a nearly completely new engine line-up, with three new engine variants joining the already familiar X1 xDrive20d for the Australian market. The two new petrol models, the X1 sDrive20i and X1 xDrive28i are powered by BMW’s acclaimed 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, a package comprising a twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Petrol Direct Injection, VALVETRONIC and double-VANOS. The engine powering the X1 sDrive20i provides peak output of 135 kW and maximum torque of 270 Nm. Coupled with the standard 6 speed manual transmission, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds. In the range-topping X1 xDrive28i, the engine boasts 180 kW and 350 Nm of torque, taking just 6.1 seconds to sprint from zero to 100 km/h.

The new entry-level diesel model, the X1 sDrive18d shares the same basic engine construction as its more powerful sibling, the X1 xDrive20d. The all-aluminium 2.0-litre, 4 cylinder TwinPower turbo diesel engine in the entry level model delivers 105 kW and 320 Nm, and manages the 0 - 100 km/h dash in 9.6 seconds, whilst 135 kW and 380 Nm of torque, thrust the X1 xDrive20d from rest to 100 km/h in just 8.1 seconds.

The new BMW X1 models also benefit from further BMW EfficientDynamics technology, now coming standard with Brake Energy regeneration, Auto Stop-Start for both manual and the optional 8 speed automatic transmissions, ECO PRO mode and the Optimum Shift point indicator for the manual models.

On top of the enhanced engines and transmissions in the new BMW X1, these new EfficentDynamics features enable class leading efficiency and emissions for all models. The X1 sDrive20i and X1 xDrive28i achieve average fuel consumption of of 6.9 and 7.8 l/100 km’s and and CO2 emissions of 162 and 182 g/km respectively, whilst the Diesel models consume just 4.9 and 5.5 l/100 km’s with 128 and 145 g/km of CO2 for the X1 sDrive18d and X1 xDrive20d respectively. These figures become even more impressive when optioned with the 8 Speed transmission reducing the consumption figures for the X1 sDrive20i, X1 xDrive20d and X1 xDrive28i to 6.7, 5.4 and 7.3 l/100 km’s and CO2 emission to157, 143 and 171 grams per km respectively.

The crisp, distinctive lines of the BMW X1 have been strengthened with a comprehensive range of styling enhancements. Both front and rear bumpers recieve extended paint surfaces and the side indicator lights are now intergrated into the exterior mirrors. The new headlamps create an additional element to the dynamic “face” of the new X1, and when specified with the optional Xenon light technology, white LED corona rings and a white LED active eyebrow elements provide an even more distinctive frontal appearance, further enhanced by the new fog lamp surrounds.

The driver-focused cabin of the new BMW X1 has also been enhanced with the addition of new, higher quality materials covering the centre console, new centre panel trim surrounds and new chrome trim elements that combine to create an even more premium quality atmosphere within the cabin.

Additional value is expressed in the high level of standard specification throughout the range. Both of the entry level sDrive variants are equipped as standard with 17” V-spoke styling alloy wheels, Cruise Control with braking function, rear Park Distance Control, Rain sensor with Automatic Headlights, USB Audio interface with Bluetooth Handsfree facility and On Board Computer. This list increases for the xDrive variants with the addition of 18” Star-spoke alloy wheels, Chrome Line exterior package, Interior mirror with dimming function and Sports Leather steering wheel.

Added to this, the option to spec the new BMW X1 with almost anything from the suite of BMW’s ConnectedDrive technologies with features including Adaptive Bi-Xenon headlights, Navigation professional and business systems, internet functionality, music interface for Smartphones, high end Harman Kardon sound system and rear view camera, demonstrates the new BMW X1’s superiority in its class.

The new BMW X1 also offers innovative individualisation possibilities for the exterior and the interior. Coupled with a wider range of interior trims, four new exterior colours and three new alloy rim designs, in additon to the M Sport package option, BMW Lines are now available on the X1 range for the first time. With their exclusive, harmoniously matched design and equipment features, the BMW xLine particularly emphasises the robust versatility of the new BMW X1 while the BMW Sport Line accentuates its agility and dynamics.

“The X1 has been a runaway success in Australia opening up a new market segment for youthfully-minded customers with active lifestyles.

“Now equipped with the latest generation of BMW engines and a significantly enhanced interior, yet remaining exceptional value, the X1 is again setting the pace” said Mr Horton.