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Which year to buy
Best betNo standoutNo year is clearly better than the rest
Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy
Avoid2017, 2023Far more serious problems than usual
Be careful2013–2016, 2024More problems; check the recalls were done
Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2013CAREFULSerious complaints 2.2× usual, mostly air bags and engine Extended coverage
84 serious complaints of 102, the most about air bags (33) and engine (25); per car on the road, 2.2× this model's usual year. 2 recalls.
What owners report
“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 bmw x1 sav. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Dec 2016
“The contact owns a 2013 bmw x1. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the check engine and brake warning indicators illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Apr 2020
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage The engine coolant thermostat component-specific limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 (SIB010116, Jun 2017)
- Extended coverage The engine's intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification (SIM010717, Jun 2017)
- Repair program BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date (SIB110317, Jul 2021)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
102 owner complaints · 2 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 21–27 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2013 trims and features
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2013
First year we have trim data for.
2013 X1 trims
| sDrive28i | xDrive28i | xDrive35i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $30,650 | $32,350 | $38,450 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | N20 TwinPower Turbo | N20 TwinPower Turbo | N55 TwinPower Turbo |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 240 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed STEPTRONIC | 8-speed STEPTRONIC | 6-speed STEPTRONIC |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Rwd | Awd | Awd |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo behind last row | 25 cu ft | 25 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 56 cu ft | 56 cu ft | 56 cu ft |
| Length | 176.5 in | 176.5 in | 176.5 in |
| Curb weight | 3,527 lb | 3,726 lb | 3,891 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 8.8 in | 8.8 in | 8.8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Audio | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | Driver Seat |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | — | — | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in | 17 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | — | — | HID Projector |
Packages and options (94)
| sDrive28i | xDrive28i | xDrive35i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Weather Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver Assistance Package $950 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Increased Top Speed Limiter | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lighting Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Performance Control | — | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Servotronic $250 | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Sport Line $1,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sport Suspension | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Technology Package $2,500 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ultimate Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| xLine $1,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aerodynamic Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails in Aluminum Satin $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Interior and Exterior Mirrors | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Base Support System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Replacement Performance Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Chrome-Line Exterior Trim $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Mirror Caps in Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| High-Gloss Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Panoramic Moonroof $1,250 | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Retractable Headlight Washers | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| BMW Roof Box 460 in Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Shadowline Exterior Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Xenon Headlights | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Ambiance Lighting | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Anthracite Headliner | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Apps $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Assist with Bluetooth $650 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Floormats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heavy-Duty Cargo-Area Mat | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Mirror with Compass | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Holder for Apple iPad | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lumbar Support | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Sports Leather Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation, BMW Assist with Enhanced Bluetooth and USB | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Front Seats with Driver Seat Memory $995 | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Real Time Traffic Information | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snap-In Adapter with USB Interface | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sport Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sports Leather Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Universal Garage-Door Opener | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Voice-Command | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Harman Kardon Surround Sound System $875 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Satellite Radio with 1 Year Subscription $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Adaptive Light Control | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Automatic High Beams | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear-View Camera | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 19-Inch V Spoke Style 324 Ferric Gray Light Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 19-Inch Light-Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 225M with Performance Run-Flat Tires $600 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 17-Inch Light-Alloy Star-Spoke Wheels Style 317 with All-Season Tires | Standard | — | — |
| 17-Inch Light-Alloy V-Spoke Wheels Style 318 with All-Season Tires | — | Standard | — |
| 18-Inch Light-Alloy Star-Spoke Wheels Style 320 with All-Season Tires | — | — | Standard |
| 18-Inch Light-Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 321 with All-Season Tires $600 | Optional | Optional | — |
| 18-Inch Light-Alloy Y-Spoke Wheels Style 322 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 18-Inch Light-Alloy Wheels Style 323 with Performance Tires | — | — | Optional |
| 18-Inch M Light-Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 355M with Mixed Tires | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 18-Inch Light-Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 421 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aluminium Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Copper High-Gloss Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Crosshatch Aluminum Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fineline Bay Matte Wood Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| High-Gloss Black Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Light Fineline Wood Trim $500 | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cashmere Silver Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Sea Blue Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Glacier Silver Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Le Mans Blue Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Marrakesh Brown Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Midnight Blue Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral Grey Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral White Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sparkling Bronze Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Valencia Orange $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige Leatherette | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Leatherette | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather with Gray-Brown Piping $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather with Gray-Red Piping $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Coral Red Nevada Leather with Gray-Black Piping $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oyster Nevada Leather with Orange-Black Piping $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige Nevada Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Terra Nevada Leather with Gray-Petrol Piping $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, option rules. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27–28 mpg | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27–28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 2 | 1 | Service brakes (1) | — |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241–312 hp | AWD | 26–28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 3 | 17 | Electrical system (9) | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 26–28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 3 | 30 | Service brakes (10) | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp | AWD | 28 mpg | 4 of 5 | 6 | 70 | Service brakes (31) | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 228 hp | AWD, FWD | 26–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 1 | Engine (1) | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 26–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 9 | Air bags (4) | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 228 hp | AWD, FWD | 26–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 13 | Power train (4) | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 228 hp | AWD, FWD | 25–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 11 | Electrical system (5) | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 228 hp | AWD, FWD | 25–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 59 | Structure (22) | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 228 hp | AWD, FWD | 25–26 mpg | Not rated | 4 | 164 | Power train (57) | No |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 228 hp | AWD | 25 mpg | — | 4 | 163 | Unknown or other (64) | No |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300 hp | AWD, RWD | 21–26 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 94 | Electrical system (32) | No |
| 2014 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300 hp | AWD, RWD | 21–26 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 114 | Air bags (41) | No |
| 2013 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300 hp | AWD, RWD | 21–27 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 102 | Air bags (33) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayAWD or 4WDPower liftgateAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated steering wheelRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof
Apple lists CarPlay for: X1 2018–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW X1 SUV N/A AWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 17 |
| 2024 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 30 |
| 2023 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 6 | 70 |
| 2022 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | BMW X1 SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 9 |
| 2021 | BMW X1 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 9 |
| 2020 | BMW X1 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 13 |
| 2020 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 13 |
| 2019 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 11 |
| 2019 | BMW X1 SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 11 |
| 2018 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 59 |
| 2018 | BMW X1 SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 59 |
| 2017 | BMW X1 SUV RWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 2 | 156 |
| 2017 | BMW X1 SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 2 | 156 |
| 2015 | BMW X1 Sdrive28I SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 94 |
| 2015 | BMW X1 Xdrive28I SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 94 |
| 2015 | BMW X1 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 94 |
| 2014 | BMW X1 Sdrive28I SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 114 |
| 2014 | BMW X1 Xdrive28I SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 114 |
| 2014 | BMW X1 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 114 |
| 2013 | BMW X1 Sdrive28i 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 102 |
| 2013 | BMW X1 Xdrive28i 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 102 |
| 2013 | BMW X1 Xdrive35i 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 102 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | X1 M35i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2027 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2026 | X1 M35i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2026 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2025 | X1 M35i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2025 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2024 | X1 M35i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2024 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2023 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2022 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2022 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2021 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2021 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2020 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2020 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2019 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2019 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2018 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2018 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2017 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2017 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2016 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2015 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2015 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2015 | X1 xDrive35i | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2014 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2014 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2014 | X1 xDrive35i | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2013 | X1 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2013 | X1 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2013 | X1 xDrive35i | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.