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2027 BMW X1
The BMW X1 rolls into 2027 with no major changes, with MSRP at $44,550 to $53,750 for the 241-hp xDrive28i and 312-hp M35i. A $500 price increase over last year still leaves it undercutting most rivals: the Volvo XC40 is slightly less, the Mercedes-Benz GLA is nearly identical at around $42,000, and the Audi Q3 and Mercedes GLB cost more.
What changed for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the BMW X1 rolls into 2027 with no major changes.
Pricing for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $44,550-$53,750.
BMWBlog (opens in a new tab) says the xDrive28i starts at $43,200 before destination, $500 more than last year, with the M35i opening at $52,400; including the $1,350 destination charge brings those figures to $44,550 and $53,750.
How it compares to its closest rivals
BMWBlog (opens in a new tab) says the X1 undercuts most of its rivals on price: the Volvo XC40 is slightly less, the Mercedes-Benz GLA's price is nearly identical to the X1 at around $42,000, and Audi's Q3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB both cost more, with the X1's small price hike not enough to change that positioning.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 BMW X1?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says no major changes.
How much does the 2027 BMW X1 cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $44,550 to $53,750.
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Record summary
What to know first
MY2027 is a mechanical and styling carryover of the current-generation X1 (same 177.2-in length, same double-kidney front, same Curved Display) with updated pricing: xDrive28i starts at $43,200 and M35i at $52,400, both excluding the $1,350 destination charge. Both trims remain AWD-only; there is no U.S. sDrive, plug-in hybrid or all-electric iX1.
M35i's output is confirmed at 312 hp for MY2027, one horsepower below the MY2026 record's 313-hp figure — a real, sourced year-over-year change, not a rounding difference. Towing and payload are not published by BMW for either trim; do not state a figure or assert a confirmed non-rating.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| xDrive28i | Entry trim | See full equipment map |
| M35i | Top trim | See full equipment map |
Entry trim
xDrive28i
Top trim
M35i
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50774X1 M35i | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S7) | Premium | 24 | 32 | 27 | N/A |
| 50773X1 xDrive28i | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S7) | Premium | 25 | 34 | 28 | N/A |
Direct answers
117 questions tied to this model-year.
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Q01How many trims does the 2027 X1 come in?
The 2027 BMW X1 (compact luxury SUV) comes in 2 trims: xDrive28i, M35i.
Q02What are the 2027 X1 trims?
The 2027 BMW X1 trims are xDrive28i, M35i, listed from the entry xDrive28i up to the top M35i.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 X1 use?
The 2027 BMW X1 is built around 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder (xDrive28i) or 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder (M35i), rated at 241 / 312 horsepower across its compact luxury SUV body style.
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 is offered with Standard AWD.
Q05What changed for the 2027 X1?
M35i's output is confirmed at 312 hp for MY2027, one horsepower below the MY2026 record's 313-hp figure — a real, sourced year-over-year change, not a rounding difference. Towing and payload are not published by BMW for either trim; do not state a figure or assert a confirmed non-rating.
Q06What does the X1 xDrive28i engine in the 2027 BMW X1 deliver?
Engine: 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder. Horsepower: 241 hp. Torque: 295 lb-ft. These figures belong to the X1 xDrive28i configuration of the 2027 BMW X1, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-08-11.
Q07What does the X1 M35i engine in the 2027 BMW X1 deliver?
Engine: 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder. Horsepower: 312 hp. Torque: 295 lb-ft. These figures belong to the X1 M35i configuration of the 2027 BMW X1, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-08-11.
Q08What does the X1 (all) engine in the 2027 BMW X1 deliver?
Transmission: 7-speed dual clutch transmission. Max payload: 994 lbs. These figures belong to the X1 (all) configuration of the 2027 BMW X1, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-08-11.
Q09Does the 2027 BMW X1 need premium gas?
The X1 configuration of the 2027 BMW X1 runs on Premium gasoline.
Q10How much front shoulder room does the 2027 BMW X1 have?
The 2027 BMW X1 measures 56.1 for this spec.
Q11How big is the fuel tank on the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 measures 14.3 gallons of fuel tank capacity for this spec.
Q12What is the GVWR of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i carries a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,744 pounds.
Q13Which 2027 BMW X1 engine has the most horsepower?
The X1 M35i is the most powerful 2027 BMW X1 engine, at 312 hp.
Q14Which 2027 BMW X1 configuration carries the most payload?
The X1 configuration carries the most payload of any 2027 BMW X1, up to 994 lbs.
Q15Which 2027 BMW X1 is the quickest to 60 mph?
The X1 M35i is the quickest 2027 BMW X1 to 60 mph, at 5.2 seconds.
Q16How does the X2 xDrive28i compare to the 2027 BMW X1 on horsepower?
The X2 xDrive28i is listed at 241 hp for horsepower.
Q17How does the X2 xDrive28i compare to the 2027 BMW X1 on 0-60 mph?
The X2 xDrive28i is listed at 6.2 seconds for 0-60 mph.
Q18How does the X3 30 xDrive compare to the 2027 BMW X1 on horsepower?
The X3 30 xDrive is listed at 255 hp for horsepower.
Q19How does the X3 30 xDrive compare to the 2027 BMW X1 on 0-60 mph?
The X3 30 xDrive is listed at 6.0 seconds for 0-60 mph.
Q20What is the MSRP base of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i MSRP base is $43,200.
Q21What is the MSRP base of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i MSRP base is $52,400.
Q22What is the MSRP of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i MSRP is $43,200.
Q23What is the MSRP of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i MSRP is $52,400.
Q24What is the destination charge of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 destination charge is $1,350.
Q25What is the total MSRP including destination of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i total MSRP including destination is $44,550.
Q26What is the step-up delta of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i step-up delta is $9,200.
Q27What is the MSRP as configured shown of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i MSRP as configured shown is $43,850.
Q28What is the MSRP as configured shown of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i MSRP as configured shown is $54,150.
Q29What is the engine of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i engine is 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder.
Q30What is the engine of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i engine is 2.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder.
Q31What is the horsepower of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i horsepower is 241 hp.
Q32What is the horsepower peak rpm of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i horsepower peak rpm is 4,500 rpm.
Q33What is the horsepower peak rpm of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i horsepower peak rpm is 5,750 rpm.
Q34What is the torque of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i torque is 295 lb-ft.
Q35What is the torque of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i torque is 295 lb-ft.
Q36What is the transmission of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 transmission is 7-speed dual clutch transmission.
Q37What is the electrification of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 electrification is gasoline only; BMW offers no plug-in hybrid X1.
Q38What is the performance control of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 performance control is standard, brakes the inner cornering wheels and sends more power to the outer wheels.
Q39What is the exhaust of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i exhaust is M Sport exhaust with quad tips, standard.
Q40What is the suspension tuning of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i suspension tuning is Adaptive M Suspension.
Q41What is the suspension layout of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 suspension layout is strut front, multi-link rear.
Q42What is the steering type of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 steering type is rack and pinion.
Q43What is the 0-60 mph of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i 0-60 mph is 6.2 seconds.
Q44What is the 0-60 delta of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i 0-60 delta is 1.0 second.
Q45What is the length of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 length is 177.2.
Q46What is the height of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 height is 64.6.
Q47What is the wheelbase of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 wheelbase is 106.0.
Q48What is the track width front of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 track width front is 62.3.
Q49What is the track width rear of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 track width rear is 62.3.
Q50What is the turning circle of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 turning circle is 38.4.
Q51What is the front headroom of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 front headroom is 42.1.
Q52What is the front legroom of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 front legroom is 40.4.
Q53What is the rear headroom of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 rear headroom is 39.3.
Q54What is the rear legroom of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 rear legroom is 37.0.
Q55What is the rear shoulder room of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 rear shoulder room is 55.1.
Q56What are the cargo volume behind rear seats of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 cargo volume behind rear seats are 25.7 cu ft.
Q57What is the cargo volume maximum of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 cargo volume maximum is 57.2 cu ft.
Q58What is the cargo behind 2nd row of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 cargo behind 2nd row is 25.7 cu ft.
Q59What is the rear seat split of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 rear seat split is 40/20/40 split.
Q60What is the curb weight of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i curb weight is 3,750 lbs.
Q61What is the curb weight of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i curb weight is 3,790 lbs.
Q62What is the curb weight delta of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i curb weight delta is 40 lbs.
Q63What is the wheel size of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i wheel size is 18 x 7.5 inches, aluminium.
Q64What is the tire size of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i tire size is P225/55HR18.
Q65What is the wheel size of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i wheel size is 19 x 8 inches, aluminium.
Q66What is the tire size of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i tire size is P245/45HR19.
Q67What are the wheels of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i wheels are 18 x 7.5-inch aluminium.
Q68What are the wheels of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i wheels are 19 x 8-inch aluminium.
Q69What is the wheel option of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i wheel option is available 20-inch M Y-Spoke Bicolor 872M.
Q70What is the brake option of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i brake option is available 19-inch M Compound brakes with perforated discs and grey calipers.
Q71What is the infotainment display of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 infotainment display is BMW Curved Display, a 10.25-inch instrument cluster and a 10.7-inch control display behind one curved glass surface.
Q72What is the operating system of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 operating system is BMW iDrive with BMW Operating System 9 and QuickSelect.
Q73What is the wireless charging of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 wireless charging is standard Wireless Charging tray in the centre console.
Q74What is the voice control of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 voice control is BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, voice or touch operation.
Q75What is the displays of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i displays is M-specific displays on the BMW Curved Display.
Q76What is the steering wheel of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i steering wheel is standard M steering wheel with 12 o'clock marker, M colour stitching and paddle shifters with boost function.
Q77What are the standard safety features of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 standard safety features are Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Keeping Assistant, Forward Collision Mitigation, Speed Limit Assist, Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection.
Q78What is the available driver assistance of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 available driver assistance is Distance Control with Steering Assistant, which is adaptive cruise control with steering support, plus Traffic Jam Assistant and Lane Change Assistant.
Q79What is the Driving Assistant Professional of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 Driving Assistant Professional is available, holds lane position and following distance, brakes to a complete stop in stop-and-go traffic and resumes automatically.
Q80What is the Parking Assistant Plus of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 Parking Assistant Plus is available, additional cameras give a 3D view of the surroundings on the control display.
Q81What is the High Beam Assist of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 High Beam Assist is standard, automatically shields other drivers from the high beams.
Q82What are the headlights of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 headlights are standard LED headlights.
Q83What is the back-up camera of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 back-up camera is standard.
Q84What is the stability control of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 stability control is standard.
Q85What is the upholstery of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 upholstery is standard soft-touch Veganza.
Q86What are the seats of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i seats are available M Sport seats with deep cushions, high side sections, integrated head restraints and illuminated M logos.
Q87What is the included maintenance of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 included maintenance is BMW Ultimate Care, scheduled maintenance covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles, standard on every new BMW.
Q88What is the roadside assistance of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 roadside assistance is 4 years, unlimited miles, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Q89What is the service scheduling basis of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 service scheduling basis is Condition Based Service, the car's own sensors call each service rather than a fixed mileage table.
Q90What is the parts warranty of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 parts warranty is 2 years, unlimited mileage, on Original BMW Parts.
Q91What is the oil change plan of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 oil change plan is $249 for 3 years, maximum 2 oil changes per contract year, for vehicles past 60 months or 60,000 miles with no active maintenance plan.
Q92What is the maintenance schedule of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 maintenance schedule is Condition Based Service, sensor-called, inside the 3-year or 36,000-mile BMW Ultimate Care period.
Q93What is the oil interval of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 oil interval is called by Condition Based Service, covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
Q94What are the included services of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 included services are oil and filter change, engine air filter, microfilter, spark plugs, brake fluid, remote key battery and vehicle check.
Q95What is the body style of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 body style is 4-door compact luxury SUV.
Q96What is the front end of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 front end is double kidney grille with slimline LED headlights extending into the flanks.
Q97What is the rear lights of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 rear lights is three-dimensional L-shaped tail lights with smoked lens elements.
Q98What is the exterior trim of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i exterior trim is standard high-gloss black mirror caps and M alloy wheels.
Q99What are the roof rails of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 roof rails are standard on both models.
Q100What is the power liftgate of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 power liftgate is standard on both models.
Q101What is the navigation of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 navigation is standard on both models.
Q102What are the power front seats of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 power front seats are dual power front seats, standard on both models.
Q103What is the heated steering wheel of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 heated steering wheel is optional on both models.
Q104What is the panoramic moonroof of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 panoramic moonroof is optional on both models.
Q105What is the hill descent control of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 hill descent control is standard on both models.
Q106What is the top speed of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 top speed is 130 mph.
Q107What is the width with mirrors of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 width with mirrors is 82.8.
Q108What is the ground clearance of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i ground clearance is 8.1.
Q109What is the length of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i length is 177.4.
Q110What is the front headroom of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i front headroom is 40.5.
Q111What is the proximity keyless entry of the 2027 BMW X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 M35i proximity keyless entry is standard.
Q112What is the warranty basic of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 warranty basic is 4 years or 50,000 miles.
Q113What is the warranty powertrain of the 2027 BMW X1?
The 2027 BMW X1 warranty powertrain is 4 years or 50,000 miles.
Q114What is the horsepower delta of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i horsepower delta is 71 hp.
Q115What is the tire width delta of the 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i?
The 2027 BMW X1 xDrive28i to X1 M35i tire width delta is 20 mm.
Q116Did the 2027 BMW X1 earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick award?
IIHS lists the 2027 BMW X1 as a Top Safety Pick+. IIHS states the rating applies to 2023-27 and 2026-27 models, based on a test of the 2023 BMW X1 xDrive28i 4-door 4wd.
Q117How did the 2027 BMW X1 do in IIHS crash tests?
IIHS rated the 2027 BMW X1: Good in the small overlap front test, Good in the updated moderate overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2023-27 and 2026-27 models, based on a test of the 2023 BMW X1 xDrive28i 4-door 4wd. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor.
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