# 2023-2025 BMW X1 xDrive28i The third-generation BMW X1 represents a significant leap forward for BMW's smallest SUV. Built on a new front-wheel-drive platform, the xDrive28i features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 241 horsepower paired with standard all-wheel drive. Reviewers praise its surprisingly spacious interior—now among the roomiest in its class—along with sharp handling that retains BMW's sporting character. The updated iDrive 8 infotainment system impresses, though some criticize its learning curve and reliance on touchscreen controls. The X1 is well-regarded for balancing practicality with premium appeal, offering genuine rear-seat space and cargo versatility unusual for the segment. It's ideal for urban professionals, small families, and empty-nesters seeking luxury compact transportation with actual usability. The xDrive28i delivers confident all-weather capability without the fuel penalty of larger SUVs, making it a sensible entry point into premium crossovers.
The 2023-2025 BMW X1 xDrive28i requires premium fuel and expensive synthetic oil changes every 10,000 miles. Maintenance costs are higher than non-luxury competitors, with pricey BMW parts and labor. Insurance runs above average due to luxury branding. Early reliability data shows promise, though long-term durability remains unproven for this redesigned generation.
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