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2022 BMW X1: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 BMW X1 is a carryover with no major changes. Its main significance is that it is the final model year of the second-generation X1 before the 2023 redesign.
About the 2022 BMW X1
2nd generation (2016-2022), facelifted for 2020; 2022 is the final U.S. model year before the all-new 3rd-generation X1 for 2023.
BMW positions the X1 as its smallest Sports Activity Vehicle: a compact luxury SUV that mixes BMW driving character with more interior and cargo usefulness than its size suggests. The brand emphasizes a roomy cabin, everyday comfort, responsive turbo power, and easy maneuverability rather than rugged off-road image. Against sleeker alternatives such as BMW’s own X2, the X1’s core appeal is practical space, straightforward utility, and familiar BMW technology in an entry-size SUV.
For its final year in this generation, the X1 remains a roomy compact SUV with brisk turbo power and useful everyday technology. The sDrive28i has front-wheel drive, while the xDrive28i adds all-wheel drive; both have a 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, an 8.8-inch touchscreen with navigation and Apple CarPlay, and driver-assistance features such as forward collision warning and lane departure warning.
2022 BMW X1 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Adaptive w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Adaptive w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 228 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3000 lb | 3000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 58.7 cu-ft | 58.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37 in | 37 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Hill Descent Control | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 BMW X1?
Nothing significant changed for the 2022 BMW X1. The trim lineup, engine, transmission, styling, safety equipment, and cabin technology carry over from 2021.
Is the 2022 BMW X1 different from the 2021 model?
The 2022 BMW X1 is essentially the same as the 2021 model. Both use the same two-trim lineup, 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and eight-speed automatic transmission.
Which 2022 BMW X1 trim has all-wheel drive?
The 2022 BMW X1 xDrive28i has all-wheel drive. The sDrive28i uses front-wheel drive, while both trims share the same 228-hp turbocharged engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.
Does the 2022 BMW X1 have Apple CarPlay and navigation?
Yes. The 2022 BMW X1 has an 8.8-inch touchscreen with navigation and Apple CarPlay compatibility.
Is the 2022 BMW X1 the last year of its generation?
Yes. The 2022 X1 is the final U.S. model year of the second generation, which began for 2016 and received a facelift for 2020. An all-new third-generation X1 followed for 2023.
2022 BMW X1 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 BMW X1.
4.3
2022 BMW X1
(158 reviews)
“The size is just right. Performance is adequate. The motion sensor for the rear liftgate is dysfunctional.”
“It's a great little car. It fits a family of easily as well as luggage for vacations. Even with two pre-teens and a child we've been able to take long journeys with comfort.”