BMW shows all-new 2023 X1 compact SAV

When you read through the extensive media release after the jump, the first thing that grabs you is the plethora of standard and optional equipment. In other words, this "little" puppy ain't gonna be cheap (inexpensive). With pretty much all of BMW's grab bag of safety, performance, anf tech equipment available on BMW's little sports activity vehicle (SAV), you know that you won't be missing out on anything by not buying a larger vehicle (automakers used to save the best "stuff" for the bigger models). While it's not listed in the media release, I believe that this new X1 is based on a front-wheel-drive platform (that is shared with the Mini Countryman) but for the US all models will have xDrive all-wheel drive as standard. Interestingly, the xDrive system is mechanical in nature and not an electric device which is sometimes easier to place in a smaller vehicle while maintaining interior room. A 2.0-liter, turbocharged four (241 hp) is the only engine option and comes mated to a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission. The equipment list goes on and on so I won't list it here, so click on "read more" below to view all the info. There is also a brief video after the jump as well. I was disappointed when I read the release that no mention was made about rumored upcoming hybrid and EV (iX1) versions of the X1. It has been reported that the next Mini Countryman, that shares this platform and underpinnings, will be EV only. We should be getting more details over the next few months. Until then, enjoy BMW's newest SAV...

Source: Media release, pics, video, and specification chart