Bigger, new interior style is worth looking forward to BMW's new generation X1 preview summary

In 2015, BMW changed the X1 model to the UKL2 front-drive platform for the first time, changing from a rear-drive sports SUV to a warm and fuel-saving representative of home, but it was "criticized" by many BMW fans. It turns out that the domestic BMW X1, which introduced domestic and lengthened the 110mm wheelbase, is more popular, and the sales prove everything, and BMW naturally has no burden.

The front-drive platform and extended wheelbase give the X1 an extremely spacious rear space, making the X1 the most spaced model in its class in an instant. Therefore, since the domestic X1 was listed in 2016, the monthly sales have been stable at about 9,000 vehicles, which is twice as much as the monthly sales of 3,000 vehicles before the replacement. But the current X1 is after all a model 7 years ago, the interior and exterior design are somewhat outdated, and in terms of technological configuration, it is impossible to keep up with the times, and a major replacement is imperative. Good news, this year BMW's new generation X1 will be listed, the probability will be introduced into the country at the same time, today we will summarize the known information about the new car.

● Appearance shape, one generation is bigger than the next

The new generation X1 trailer exposed by the French BMW dealer

A hypothetical picture of BMW X1 drawn by foreign media

There is no official map of the new generation X1 in the strict sense, and at present, there are only test camouflage car diagrams and renderings drawn by foreign media that are taken by new cars in the North Ring of the Nürburgring, and the overall outline can only be speculated from the details. The biggest change in the new car is that the size of the classic double kidney grille has been further increased, and the visual impact effect is stronger compared with the headlights and front bar position. There is another highlight to pay attention to, new cars or hidden door handle design.

The body side is more slender, the overall center of gravity is higher, especially the rear window frame and the D-pillar line is thicker, and there is no slipback shape, which is in line with the BMW X1 positioning for practical purposes, and is visually very similar to the current BMW X3 (parameter | picture). This visual effect is formed because the height of the body has increased compared to the previous generation of models, the body length is expected to be further lengthened, and the future Chinese market version will lengthen the wheelbase again, and the body length will most likely exceed 4.6 meters.

In the rear part, the headlight area of the new car is larger than that of the current car, and with the wide and heavy rear bumper, it will further enhance the domineering aura of the new car. However, the ordinary version of the exhaust pipe adopts a hidden design, which is somewhat regrettable.

● The interior is not LOW, and it is even a little high-end

The interior of the new X1 ushered in a big upgrade, overseas BMW's new 2 series is to use this set of interiors, BMW X1 is likely to use this interior.

Interior drawing of the new BMW 2 Series overseas

Spy photos of the new generation of BMW X1 interiors

We can also see from the interior spy photo that the old-fashioned mechanical gear and mechanical instruments of the current model no longer exist, replaced by BMW's latest hyperboloid screen interior, the visual screen size will be very large, the car machine uses the latest iDrive8 operating system, this system uses geometry and rich light and shadow to create a unique texture that just blends with the atmosphere inside the car. The center console design that slopes to the driver's side is a typical BMW element, but the front air conditioning outlet is no longer a symmetrical traditional layout, and the two independent air outlets facing the co-pilot are arranged side by side. The traditional shift operation area is no longer there, replaced by a delicate electronic paddle shift mechanism, and the shape is also a "floating island" style, which makes room for the cup holder and open storage slot below.

Looking at the details, the shape of the steering wheel has been redesigned, and the three styles are more stylish. Whether it's the door panels or the centre console, it's covered with embellished aluminium trims, and the wood grain and hand-stitched soft leather upholstery exude a sophisticated touch.

●The 1.5T three-cylinder engine still exists

According to the news previously exposed, the new generation X1 will use the same FAR front-drive platform as the overseas hatchback 1 series and the new 2 series GranCoupe, compared with the previous UKL2 platform, the new platform focuses on the vehicle's electrification system has been upgraded to be compatible with fuel, pure electricity, plug-in hybrid and other power.

In terms of power, although the new X1 will be replaced by the original UKL platform to the latest FAR modular platform, with better space layout capabilities, the core power system will still be equipped with 1.5T three-cylinder and 2.0T four-cylinder engines. But what is certain is that the fuel engine will be matched with a 48V light mix system to improve emissions and fuel economy. I have to say that the 1.5T X1 has no advantages, and the cost performance is definitely one. In the market, the preferential margin is huge, and the 1.5T three-cylinder model has dropped to the 230,000 range, which is almost in the same price segment as mainstream compact SUVs such as honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 Rongfang.

The good news is that for performance-seeking users, the new generation of X1 will also launch a high-performance version called X1 M35i xDrive for the first time, equipped with a 2.0T high-power engine, a maximum power of 306 horsepower, a maximum torque of 450N·m, and a 0-100km/h acceleration in about 5 seconds, mainly competing with the AMG GLB 35. The bad news is that the probability of this high-performance version being introduced into the country is not high.

BMW iX1 official image

Along with the new generation of X1 came the iX1, which is also the entry-only electric model of BMW's layout, and the biggest competitor is Mercedes-Benz's EQA. The iX1 will be available in both front-drive single-motor and four-wheel drive dual-motor models, with the former being named eDrive20, which may have a power level of 147kW (200 hp), and the latter being named eDrive30, with a maximum power of 221kW (300 hp). The mileage of the regular model is expected to be around 450KM.

● How will the market perform in the future?

If BMW can make a new generation of X1 domestically within this year, it will have a late-start advantage over the same level of competitors Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 that have taken the lead in completing the replacement work before. After switching to the front-drive platform, the BMW X1 has more space in the car, which is what consumers who buy compact SUV models need. Because there is no string of mechanical systems for the rear drive, the fuel consumption of the whole vehicle has also been reduced, which is also what consumers want.

The current BMW X1 rear space performance

At the same time, the BMW X1 is more burly after the replacement, more like an SUV in the strict sense. The sense of interior premium and space utilization have been improved, and for the special background of most families in the Chinese market who only own one car, the rear leg space after the extended wheelbase is very attractive, and the user's favorability is significantly improved.

Who are the people who bought the BMW X1?

Consumption upgrade, this is a word we often hear. Although in the past two years, due to the epidemic, everyone's desire to consume has decreased, but it has not hindered everyone's desire to upgrade consumption. On the one hand, because of the improvement of the national economy, many people have become rich, on the other hand, the change in consumption patterns has made installments and loans the preferred way to buy a car. This makes the threshold for consumers to have a BBA brand become lower. Not as good as we give an example, BMW X1 guidance price of 2788-33.98 million yuan, but to the terminal less than 200,000 can enter the top match but 240,000, such a large price reduction makes the entry BMW X1 and the middle of the RAV4 level, the top X1 is even cheaper than the top RAV4.

Will this price configuration be very "beggar"? BMW X1 basically comes standard with LED front and rear light sets, front and rear radar, reversing images, cruise control, automatic parking, engine start-stop, steep slope slowing, panoramic sunroof, leather seat steering wheel, power seats, 10.25-inch interconnection system, partition air conditioning, Harman Karton sound, etc., completely without losing any popular opponents. Therefore, the consumer group will not disappear out of thin air, and the new generation of BMW X1 will still win the favor of this part of the consumption upgrade customers after the listing, and the degree of love is even deeper.

● Summary

Overall, the reason why BMW X1 can be recognized by the market is not only because it has a good space, but also its performance in terms of control and appearance is equally excellent, which can meet the needs of consumers. After comparing the same level, it can be found that the BMW X1 is indeed more cost-effective. As the saying goes, one trick is eaten all over the sky. BMW X1 under the blessing of the blue sky and white cloud logo, replaced with a new interior design to improve the grade and sense of premium BMW X1, still with its own strong product force to continue to dominate the luxury compact SUV market.