If there’s one class of cars that doesn’t get the respect it deserves, it’s the Sub-Compact SUVs. They’re so much more than just glorified hatchbacks or SUVs that haven’t grown up—they offer the best of both worlds, utility without bulk, cargo space without wasted space, and maneuverability balanced with performance. And if you want all the best parts of driving a BMW vehicle and all the advantages of a small SUV, then you owe it to yourself to shortlist the 2016 BMW X1. Follow along with Micha Muzio from Kelley Blue Book as he walks us through a short drive and review of the X1, and if you like what you see, swing by our Kingsport, TN showroom to check it out for yourself.
The X1 is the smaller, more svelte sibling of the BMW X5 and BMW X3, two of BMW’s more popular SUV models, and it shares with them the world-renowned BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system. xDrive helps to variably distribute the drive power between the forward and rear axles in order to deliver optimal traction, control, and agility at all times. The X1 also does not want for cargo space, utilizing every inch of its available storage area, even offering some under-the-floor storage space for keeping valuables out of sight.
The 2016 BMW X1 is a driver’s car through and through, with unparalleled performance and true-to-form BMW driving mechanics, it also brings the added utility of a sub-compact SUV, so you can make the most of your day and your drive with nary a compromise in between. So if you’re ready to check out everything the X1 brings to the table, come see us at Rick Hill BMW, just be sure there’s an empty bay in your garage, because once you see the view from behind the steering wheel, you’re going to have a hard time leaving it here with us when you go.