The BMW Company is preparing to expand its offer with the new small SUV model 2019 BMW X1. From some rumors, the model will come with five seat version as well as a hybrid-powered variant.
The sales are expected to begin at the end of next year. It is expected that this luxury model will take a significant place in the company when it comes to sales, but also within increasing competition.
2019 BMW X1 – Comes with Spacious Cabin
The company finally determine, the newest 2019 BMW X1 will be the real off-road vehicle. Its look will be changed to have more aggressiveness and aerodynamics. This will give the model a great silhouette and better mobility.
The front side is all larger, which refers to the grid split into two parts, as well as LED lights inside the headlights. The fog lights are also enlarged and improved to provide the best visibility. However, the bumper is also slightly changed, and the aluminum wheel size will be 17 inches. There will be 12 exterior colors available and two of them will be metallic.
The interior will be expected to have a premium look and be made of the finest materials. Among them are natural leather and wood that gives luxury. The latest technology will be displayed on a high-resolution screen that will adorn the entire space.
Some of the best features are a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection, system climate control, navigation. The more expensive packages contain ambient light, smartphone applications, panoramic windows, sports seats and more. Although the exterior may not look spacious, this SUV has enough space for a comfortable ride of five adults.
2019 BMW X1 – Engine Expectations and Performance
The newest 2019 BMW X1 from manufacturer rumors will be powered with the same engine like the current model. If that is to believe it will have a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes 228 horsepower. From manufacturers statement, it can hit the 0-60-mph benchmark in 6.3 seconds.
Furthermore, the upcoming model will offer the option of front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The engine will be mount to 8-speed Aisin automatic transmission. This model will also have Sport, Comfort and Eco mode.
We expect same start/stop system that will shut off the engine at idle and save fuel economy. When we talk about fuel economy, this model will have EPA city/highway of 23/32 mpg for the front wheel drive and 22/31 mpg for the all-wheel drive. Top speed of this model will be 129 mph.
2019 BMW X1 – Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, Release Date and Opponents
As for the rumors over the internet, the 2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i will have MSRP just under $34,100. However, the model with all-wheel drive xDrive28i is over $36,000, and fully loaded model can easily reach $40,000. The manufacturer is for now keeping in secret release date, but we assume that will be at the end of 2018.
This model will have a huge amount of opponents, some of them are Lexus NX, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Lincoln MKC, Buick Encore, Infiniti QX30, Volkswagen Tiguan and Audi Q3.
