BMW X1 E84
The first compact premium SUV to blend 3 Series dynamics with crossover versatility.
- Power
- 184 bhp
- Top speed
- 137 mph
About the BMW X1 E84
The E84 X1 marked BMW's entry into the premium compact crossover market, uniquely utilizing the E91 3 Series Touring platform. Unlike its front-wheel-drive successors, this first-generation model retains a rear-wheel-drive bias, offering superior steering feel and handling balance for its class. The sDrive20d variant features the N47 diesel engine, which received a power bump to 184 PS during the 2012 facelift. While the interior plastics were sometimes criticised compared to larger X models, its car-like driving position and longitudinal engine layout made it a favorite for driving enthusiasts needing extra ground clearance.
BMW X1 E84 specs
The BMW X1 E84 produces 184 bhp (137 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | X1 |
| Generation | E84 |
| Trim | sDrive20d SE |
| Years | 2009–2015 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,995 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 184 bhp (137 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,565 kg (3,450 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 118 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
BMW X1 E84 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW X1 E84 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW X1 E84 fun facts
- The E84 X1 is the only generation of X1 to be based on a rear-wheel-drive platform, sharing its wheelbase with the E90 3 Series.
- Despite being an SUV, the sDrive20d SE was one of the most efficient cars in its class, often achieving over 50 mpg in UK combined cycles.
- The model was so successful globally that BMW sold over 820,000 units before switching to a front-wheel-drive architecture for the second generation.
