“Leased the car and gave it to my business partner to drive as I just did not enjoy driving it. I felt I was too low to the ground like a regular car and not a SUV. The steering was also a big factor in passing it along. I have been driving Mercedes ML and GLK's for the last 15 years and I did not like the way the steering handled even after the alignment was re-adjusted.”
2015 BMW X1: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 BMW X1 carries over with no major changes. It is the final year of the first-generation X1 in the US.
About the 2015 BMW X1
1st generation (E84, 2013-2015 in the US), final year before the all-new 2016 redesign
BMW positioned the X1 as a premium subcompact SUV that mixes sports-sedan-like handling with useful cargo space and a taller seating position. It was aimed at drivers who wanted a smaller, more agile alternative to larger luxury crossovers without giving up everyday usefulness. In the market, the X1 stood out for its quick turbo engines, compact footprint, and more car-like driving feel than most small luxury SUVs of its time.
The sDrive28i is the rear-wheel-drive entry model, while the xDrive28i adds all-wheel drive for better traction in poor weather; both use a 240-hp turbo four-cylinder engine. The xDrive35i is the performance-focused model, with a 300-hp turbo six-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive, a panoramic moonroof, power front seats, and adaptive xenon headlights.
2015 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 Stptrnc Manual | Auto 8-Spd Stptrnc Manual | 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 | 32 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 2015 BMW X1 compared with the 2014 model?
No major product changes separate the 2015 BMW X1 from the 2014 model. The engines, transmissions, styling, safety equipment, and infotainment carry over.
Is the 2015 BMW X1 the final year of its generation?
Yes. The 2015 X1 is the final US model year of the first-generation X1.
What trims does the 2015 BMW X1 have?
The 2015 BMW X1 lineup consists of the rear-wheel-drive sDrive28i, the all-wheel-drive xDrive28i, and the more powerful all-wheel-drive xDrive35i.
Does the 2015 BMW X1 have a six-cylinder engine?
Yes. The 2015 X1 xDrive35i has a 300-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. The 28i models use a 240-hp turbo four-cylinder engine with an eight-speed automatic.
2015 BMW X1 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 BMW X1.
4.3
2015 BMW X1
(339 reviews)
“Love the car, but so far very disappointed in the gas mileage. It was advertised as 23/33. Using the Eco mode I am getting 18 or 19 miles per gallon.”
“I really enjoy the X1.. a few things. Standard wireless connect should definitely come. I have to use a Aux plug to play my music from my iPhone. The car has a rattle sound that seems to be coming from inside the car around the door panels on both sides. That sound needs to be addressed. Everything else so far has been pleasant, just more standard features.”