Used 2014 BMW X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) Consumer Reviews
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X1 M-Sport - Perfect for me, sporty crossover
LCB, Portland, OR, 01/14/2020
BMW X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
I am single and don't have pets. But occasionally I need a little extra room. About 4 years ago I picked up a used (probably leased) 2014 X1 with almost all of the bells and whistles. It has the performance package - i.e., the M-Sport line. It had about 46K on it, so I assume it was either leased or previous owner wanted to trade in before the warranty was up. The main difference of the M-Sport is usually the suspension and the paddle shifters (I think some M-Sports might not have the paddle shifters) and 155 MPH limiter (instead of 135 MPH). Never had it over 110 MPH - I want to keep my license for a few more years - but it felt planted. I live on a mountain which is twisty roads that are wet/icy/snowy 6 months of the year - last 2 miles gravel/mud road. Good for that driving - not a sports car, but for a crossover it works better than any other SUV I have driven, lower COG (not as low as my 325 coupe though). Run flat tires with sport suspension give a rough ride though, so replaced them with non-run flats after one tire wore out, and now it is just right, except for the fact that there is no spare. Road noise more than I like, especially over gravel and bumpy roads, but typical for that level of Bimmer. I've put another 50K miles on it - now over 100K. No real problems. Had brakes redone - ~$1K at 90K miles (typical for me). Just recently the touch sensor on the door handle to unlock it (Comfort Access allows you to keep key fob in pocket) failed - now I just use the fob instead. Passenger door still unlocks/locks by touching it. This is typical - would cost maybe $300 to fix. Start button still works with fob in pocket. Had to replace battery in fob once. $1K+ to change trans fluid/filter/pan - typical for the 8 speed auto. Bluetooth phone connect is archaic and finicky. Looses settings for phone and I have to reconnect frequently. Otherwise iDrive/etc. is ok - but setting navigation to destination is harder than it should be. Radio/media is a bit finicky too - lost settings for saved music CDs (has internal storage). Love the adaptive HID headlights - just right IMO - not too bright for oncoming drivers, great for twisty roads. I do wish for more lighting though. Seats are not the most comfortable, especially for long drives - but I got used to them. I am 6'6" and there is plenty of leg/head room for me. Heated seats are nice. Wish heater had separate fans/etc. for passenger - only the temps are separate. Plenty of heat/defrost/air conditioning. Poor outward visibility to the rear, especially backing up - backup cam is ok. Auto dimming mirrors - not dim enough. Minimal cargo room in rear behind rear seats - quite a bit more with seats down. Plenty of power for me - although I wouldn't mind having a turbo 6, but I would have to give up the 8 speed then. Paddle shifters are more of a gimmick, but sometimes useful. Trans is pretty smart - mostly smooth shifting, but wish it was quicker. Commuting, half rural, half bumper to bumper, about 25 MPG. Level highway at 70 MPH easily get 30+ MPG. Had a wreck last year - got rear ended - hard - while stopped in traffic. Pushed me into car in front. Progressive (their insurance) paid $15K to repair, plus medical, plus $2K cash for inconvenience plus rental. Now it is just like new (with repair on record though). In my experience, euro cars are somewhat more expensive to repair, but they do last (usually, I will never touch another Audi/VW again - *shudder*) - of the choices, I prefer BMWs over the others. Just the right combination of performance and comfort for me. YMMV
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A BMW from the good old days of BMW design
abmwfan, Fredericksburg, VA, 06/21/2014
BMW X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
32 of 35 people found this review helpful
I bought this X1 because it's a dying breed of BMW from times before BMW went soft, heavy, and lost their steering mojo. It has the chassis and handling dynamics from the previous generation E90/E91 platform that's one of the best handling 3 series. It has hydraulic steering instead of BMW's new vague, imprecise electric steering. Those are combined with the most recent, excellent drive train. Add the comparatively low price and this BMW is unique. It will be replaced in the 2016 model year by a front-wheel drive platform shared with the Mini Cooper. Yuck.
Great compact SUV (hatchback)
Amanda, Miami, FL, 10/28/2015
BMW X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
I purchased a new Acura RDX and traded it after 6 months for an X1. I missed the BMW driving dynamics and this car delivers! The steering is meant to be heavy and an engaging drive. Those who want softer should look to Acura or Lexus. The X1 is not as luxurious as the 3 or 5 series but the price tag makes up for it. I have the Premium and Tech packages, it has everything I wanted in features. Love the handling and hatchback style. So happy to be back in a BMW!
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221k miles and I would buy again!
Terry Phillips, Columbia, MO, 01/30/2021
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BMW X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased this BMW new almost 10 years ago. I now have 221k miles on it. The only repairs I have had (other than regular maintenance items): replaced the turbo waste gate and a new a/c compressor. I got rid of the run flats long ago. It is a small vehicle so the spare takes up a lot of the luggage room. It has a somewhat stiff ride, but I’ll take that any day in order to get improved handling. The x-drive is awesome in the snow! Mine is not decked out with some of the expensive BMW options, making the purchase price much more palatable. After all these years and miles, I’m grateful for the fun, safe, dependable vehicle it has been. I have no plans to get rid of it!
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Continually Amazed by BMW
drevil3, Denver, CO, 12/22/2014
BMW X1 xDrive28i 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have owned/driven the whole range of BMW - 3 series, 5, X6, 650, M3, etc. This car has the same DNA. I wanted something small and simple for work, baseball coaching, skiing, winter/summer. I looked at Subaru Outback. The outback was $13K less based on MSRP but the X1 leased for $150 less per ($330 per month with nothing down but an old Escape with 130K miles). The little engine is just amazing even comparing to all the big BMW V8s. I dont need more than 240 hp. When BMW beats subaru on price+features, I'd call that value!
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