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    2012 BMW X1

    The new BMW X1 is a Suv Small Luxury offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $43,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $64,180 for the M Sport.

    There are 2 variants of the X1 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2010.

    Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (110kW/200Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (130kW/350Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.

    The new 2012 X1 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $43,900 - $64,180

    Transmission

    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    4x4 or Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded or Diesel

    Body Types

    Hatchback

    Powertrain Type

    4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive

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    Retail Price

    $43,900 - $64,180

    Transmission

    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    4x4 or Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded or Diesel

    Body Types

    Hatchback

    Powertrain Type

    4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive

    Expert Rating

    Very Good

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    2012 BMW X1

    Available Variants

    The BMW X1 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being M Sport.

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    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
    The last X1 was a strong seller, but not a class leader. The new model is a stronger package – and now has a proper performance option.
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    Pros

    • Grown-up, spacious interior
    • Packs a punch in a straight line
    • Interior tech is mostly excellent

    Cons

    • Big price jump over xDrive20i
    • Gets a bit busy over rough roads
    • Interior technology can still be fiddly
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    How does the 2012 BMW X1 compare?

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    Power to Weight
    75.6 - 94.64 kW/t
    71.28 kW/t
    99.04 kW/t
    Boot Space
    420 - 480 litres
    420 litres
    480 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.3 - 8.4 L/100km
    5.2 L/100km
    8.4 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    750 - 1,151 km
    750 km
    1,231 km
    Price
    $43,900 - $64,180
    $43,900
    $64,180
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 3 years
    4 years
    7 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,980 - 2,145 kg
    1,980 kg
    2,185 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,400 kg
    1,400 kg
    2,000 kg
    Approach Angle
    18°
    18°
    18.5°
    Departure Angle
    22.2°
    15.9°
    22.2°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    194 mm
    127 mm
    194 mm
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    2012 BMW X1

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    BMW X1

    Dimensions

    4,454 mm
    1,798 mm
    1,545 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,454 mm
    Overall Width1,798 mm
    Overall Height1,545 mm
    Wheelbase2,760 mm
    Turning Circle11,300 mm
    Load Capacity550 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW X1 is the Base that starts from $43,900.

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    The most expensive BMW X1 is the M Sport that starts from $64,180.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW X1 is 1400 kg offered by the following variants: Base and M Sport.

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    The largest BMW X1 is the Base which measures 1798mm wide, 4454mm in length and sits 1545mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X1 is the Base which has 150kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.

    The BMW X1 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest BMW X1 is the Base which weighs 2145 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW X1 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.

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