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2014 BMW X1: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 BMW X1 is a quiet carryover with no major permanent product changes. Its engines, trims, body, cabin layout, and core equipment remain essentially the same as in 2013.
About the 2014 BMW X1
First-generation X1 (E84, facelifted version), second U.S. model year before the all-new 2016 redesign.
BMW positions the X1 as a small premium SUV with the road manners of one of the brand’s sedans. The core pitch is simple: higher seating and everyday cargo flexibility without giving up the quick responses, strong turbo power, and compact footprint that make a BMW feel sporty. Compared with roomier but softer rivals, the X1 leans harder into driver engagement, making it appealing to shoppers who want utility but still care about steering feel, acceleration, and a smaller, easier-to-place body.
The 2014 X1 is a compact utility vehicle with sporty, car-like handling. The sDrive28i pairs a 240-hp turbo four-cylinder engine with rear-wheel drive, while the xDrive28i adds all-wheel drive. The performance-focused xDrive35i has a 300-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive, a panoramic moonroof, power front seats, and adaptive xenon headlights.
2014 BMW X1 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0L | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0L |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Steptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Steptronic | Auto, 6-Spd Steptronic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 33 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 240 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3000 lb | 3000 lb | 3000 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 34.9 in | 34.9 in | 34.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Hill Descent Control | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 BMW X1 compared with the 2013 model?
No major permanent product changes separate the 2014 BMW X1 from the 2013 model. The powertrains, body structure, cabin layout, styling, safety hardware, and main equipment carry over.
Was the 2014 BMW X1 redesigned?
No, the 2014 BMW X1 was not redesigned. It remained part of the facelifted first generation and was essentially a carryover from 2013.
Did the 2014 BMW X1 get new engines or drivetrains?
No, the 2014 BMW X1 kept its existing powertrains. The sDrive28i and xDrive28i use a 240-hp turbo four-cylinder engine with an eight-speed automatic, while the xDrive35i uses a 300-hp turbo six-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic.
How do the 2014 BMW X1 trims differ?
The 2014 sDrive28i has rear-wheel drive and a 240-hp turbo four-cylinder engine, while the xDrive28i pairs that engine with all-wheel drive. The xDrive35i is the performance model, with a 300-hp turbo six-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive, a panoramic moonroof, power front seats, and adaptive xenon headlights.
Does the 2014 BMW X1 offer a meaningful update over the 2013 model?
No, the 2014 BMW X1 does not offer a meaningful product-update advantage over the 2013 model. It is best viewed as another model year of essentially the same first-generation X1.
2014 BMW X1 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 BMW X1.
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