Spy Shots: 2010 BMW X1
BMW is expected to have its X1 mini-ute on the road by 2010. Based on the 1-Series, the X1 sets its targets on the popular Toyota Rav4.
The X1 will use its slightly-bigger brother X3's all-wheel drive system and the range of engines from the 1-Series, with four- and six-cylinder gas engines ranging between 145 and 220 hp and diesels producing 135-231 hp. The X1 is expected to offer the full range of electronic driving aids, including stability control, hill decent, dynamic brake force distribution, trailer stability control and dynamic traction control, with the possible options of active steering and dynamic adjustable anti-roll bars (but don't expect an air suspension).
Taking the approach of a tall wagon (as opposed to a genuine off-roader), the X1 is expected to grow 250 mm taller over its hatchback sibling to 1680 mm, with length of around 4350 mm. Target weight is set at 1535kg, 200kg less than the X3 2.0i. Insiders expect three roof options to be offered, including twin conventional sunroofs, a full tinted panoramic glass roof or a targa model with removable panels.
[Source: Car Magazine]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Bud the Stud 8:26PM (9/26/2006)
A welcome offering, though I wonder what it will do for BMW's upscale image.
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DPC car videos 8:18PM (9/26/2006)
I have a BMW X3 and love it, if this makes it to the United States I am getting one.
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Brian 8:17PM (9/26/2006)
I rented a BMW 118i in Germany last month and was pleased with the responsiveness of the car at city speeds. It ran out of breath on the Autobahn of course (but still easily got up to 190 km/h).
I can only imagine how much fun a 1-series derivative with one of BMW's famous inline 6s in the engine bay is.
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offroadwarrior03 8:18PM (9/26/2006)
if they make it available with a six speed it will be a very good small suv thing, i think it would do well in america right now but gas prices may be way up by 2010 and no one will want a gas engine. i guess the diesel will sell no matter what.
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UK-KID 8:30PM (9/26/2006)
Brian
The 130i Over Here is pretty Fast and is Electronically limited at 155Mph which im sure will be a hair raising experience
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Ayaz 1:27AM (9/27/2006)
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B-NOIT 1:33AM (9/27/2006)
Two thoughts come to mind:
So are we to expect a Q3 from Audi, based on the next-gen A2?
Ooh, and I'd love to see an X7 too... To finally give the Escalade ESV some competition!
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CVN 3:21AM (9/27/2006)
Brand dillution, anyone?
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GhostDoggy 4:58AM (9/27/2006)
I am surprised BMW in America would even consider such an offering. Anything less than the 3-series (in any make-up) seemed like an undesired effort to enter markets typically left for blue-collar America (a la Chevy, Toyota). I also fail to see the Rav4 competition as its about on par, size-wise, with the X3. Confused. But, I guess this is in line with BMW's other plans, too, in bringing a less-than Z4 convertible as well.
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ca6 5:44AM (9/27/2006)
...and where are the spy shots? I see low-quality renderings.
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Mustafa 7:18AM (9/27/2006)
I suppose there are consumers out there that want BMW quality, luxury and performance and also want it in a smaller package and for less. The 2.5si and 3.0d variants should be quite engaging in this small SUV.
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Milos 6:26AM (9/27/2006)
in three years time, it certainly won't look like this. I don't get this kind of previews three or four years ahead of launch date.
btw it looks good.
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bartman 12:32PM (9/28/2006)
Show you how far Toyota has come... BMW X1 going up against the RAV4???? :) ha ha. I'll take the RAV4.
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Steve C. 8:37AM (9/27/2006)
Here's another thought --- 318ti.
BMW proved to themselves that Americans won't pay a lot for a hatchback. While the 318ti was a great car, Americans jsut wouldn't pay that much for that car so BMW stopped importing them.
Does anyone really believe the X1 will be price competitive with the RAV4?
Will Americans pay a lot for a small ute? I'm guessing not.
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auto 9:07AM (9/27/2006)
Target weight is set at 1535kg, 200kg less than the X3 2.0i - i like that
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Leo 11:15AM (9/27/2006)
that does look nice, but I'd ratehr BMW brought over the 1-series rather than a SUV/CUV thing.
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Doogs 4:41PM (9/27/2006)
"BMW proved to themselves that Americans won't pay a lot for a hatchback. While the 318ti was a great car, Americans jsut wouldn't pay that much for that car so BMW stopped importing them."
Funny. I thought they went and proved the exact opposite with the Mini.
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JarryHames 11:50AM (9/27/2006)
Is there really a need for the X1? Why should BMW be concerned with Toyota's RAV4? BMW and MB are trying to be too many things. They should stay in the luxury car market and leave mass markets to Chevy, Honda, and Toyota. I really don't think that the X3 has been a major success. The very successful X5 and its buyers are on target for their brand and image.
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James 12:41PM (9/27/2006)
I looked at getting the X3 about 3 months ago and found it to be pretty small (but a good size for a small SUV). I would have to ask the question, does anyone need an even smaller SUV in a day when the "small" SUV's are getting larger (Rav4, CRV)?
James
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Chris Goldrick 12:27PM (9/27/2006)
What's wrong with this? Mercedes sells loads of A-Classes in Europe and they are pretty much economy cars with Benz quality. Also, I don't think that BMW would consider doing this if they saw no market share for themselves. Bring the 1 Series over the pond too.
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