In BMW-speak, Sports Activity Vehicle or SAV, is the functional equivalent of a crossover SUV. BMW SAVs use car-type unibody structure, features raised ride height, and remained faithful to the core value of BMW's handling is excellent. The first BMW SAV, X5 is, released as a 2000 model. The second, X3, debuted as 2004 models. Starting in early 2011, BMW will add a third SAV, X1.
2011 BMW X1 will be positioned below the X3 both in size and price. With a smaller size, X1 is sure to be more nimble than other BMW SUV. BMW said the X1 will come with high-precision power steering and brakes, high performance.
Like the X3, X1 will offer seating for five, but it will be about 4.5 inches shorter in wheelbase of about 1.5 inches shorter. Cargo capacity would be 16.8 cubic feet with rear seats split 40/20/40, and 47.3 cubic feet with seats folded.
Like the X3, X1 will offer seating for five, but it will be about 4.5 inches shorter in wheelbase of about 1.5 inches shorter. Cargo capacity would be 16.8 cubic feet with rear seats split 40/20/40, and 47.3 cubic feet with seats folded.
Initially, in 2011 the BMW X1 will be offered as one model called the xDrive28i. BMW Xdrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system will be standard. Engine alone would be a 258-horsepower 3.0-liter inline-6 making at 6600 rpm and 228 pound-feet of torque at 2600 rpm. BMW says 0-60 will arrive in 6.8 seconds. To improve fuel economy, X1 will feature Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start-Stop, and the gearshift point indicator.
Equipment and full features today, but the X1 will come with standard safety features like six airbags, tire pressure monitor, traction control, electronic stability control and adaptive brake lights. X1 has achieved the highest rating of five stars in Euro NCAP crash tests, which bodes well for the company and a score in the IIHS side crash NHTSA pool.
Optional equipment will include panoramic glass roof, Xenon headlights, Adaptive Headlights with High-Beam Assistant, USB interface, and Performance Control, which applies the brake at the wheel in corners to help turn the vehicle and gives a sporty character.
It is unclear whether BMW's iDrive control interface will be standard, but it will come up with models equipped with the optional navigation system. Now easier to use in the fourth generation, iDrive provides a central interface for controlling entertainment, navigation, communication and climate functions.
Find BMW X1 xDrive28i 2011 early 2011. Other engine options can follow, including diesel, and BMW can make the rear-drive models are available as well. Expecting Pricing $35,000.
Equipment and full features today, but the X1 will come with standard safety features like six airbags, tire pressure monitor, traction control, electronic stability control and adaptive brake lights. X1 has achieved the highest rating of five stars in Euro NCAP crash tests, which bodes well for the company and a score in the IIHS side crash NHTSA pool.
Optional equipment will include panoramic glass roof, Xenon headlights, Adaptive Headlights with High-Beam Assistant, USB interface, and Performance Control, which applies the brake at the wheel in corners to help turn the vehicle and gives a sporty character.
It is unclear whether BMW's iDrive control interface will be standard, but it will come up with models equipped with the optional navigation system. Now easier to use in the fourth generation, iDrive provides a central interface for controlling entertainment, navigation, communication and climate functions.
Find BMW X1 xDrive28i 2011 early 2011. Other engine options can follow, including diesel, and BMW can make the rear-drive models are available as well. Expecting Pricing $35,000.