BMW X1 [2010-2012] User Reviews

We bought a BMW X1 cars before 7-8 months and now facing a lot of problems e:g No spare wheel, No jack, and rear seat are the worst to sit and travel. Normally company says that you can drive BMW for more than 200 Km without air in tyres but in our case it runs for only 12 Km and after that we have to hire an another car in 42 D Cent and reached the destination.

Company representative are also very rude and no-body is take responsibility of the problems.

I think in the company like BMW, higher authority should take care of the customer and not the manager of Workshop and other staff who even don’t know the how to respect the customer (Specially Parsoli Motors Ahmadabad).

I do not know in this competition how company will survive. God Bless You. My Advice Buy Bullock cart but don’t buy BMW X1.

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Exterior To the contrary of people calling it SUV, compnay does not call it SUV, Hence we should not disgrace this CAR as Hatch back either, its a cross over some thing like BMW 5 Series GT. This is really a tall car when you compare with 3 series and will help people like me who are tall to atleast now have a good car where we can fit and drive confortably at 26 Lacs on road.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Its supereb quality, I owned Skoda Octavia, Innvoa and mostly those catogary cars, I have seen CRV and also Captiva and X trail, but this car looks so cool inside, I really love there Dash board design and lay out, very functional and no nonsense, though there is no iDrive, but it does have most of the stuff of idrive in small display. I also like there night time interiro lighting, they have nicely placed red led, which looks cool. You can even customise how the turn indicators should work, how the central locking should respond, car does self check every time you start, Its definatly state of the Art in its catogary, to the contrary comments by other reviewer who has not even owened this vehicle.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Its my first Automatic car, and I was always sceptical for its performance and millege, and to my surprise, its a awsome change, infact it changes gear even better than I could do, and car does not shy to get to 200 kmph, but I could not push it more than that (Indian Roads :) ). Cars enginge is really very responsive, many of time at signal when I am on first row, the car shoots from the line like bullet and goes faraway from other traffic. Fuel economy is very good, I get between 11 to 13 kmpl, considring the way I drive this baby its a very cool milege.

Ride Quality & Handling Ride quality is tunned properly for indian road conditions and feels ok, why ok not good because I did not find better than any of other premium car in this segment, but for passengers its really good diffrance, because of automatic oslation between grear change is not there hence confortable ride, Handling is good, but because of extra tallness of the car it does have little body role.

Final Words Awsome, what a entry level car it is, its for the person who likes to drive the car, and love tech in that. Also its best way to get feel of scarry service bill syndrome of a premium car, if you can handel it than a whole lot of options open up for you, I am yet to get my car for first service.

Areas of improvement Dealership.

BMW QualityNON

 

Exterior Not too bad

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Not a value for money

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Don't trust BMW - Fuel economy is very poor

Ride Quality & Handling Better charter a bullock cart than its rear seat riding

Final Words I have purchased a BMW X1 from their Chennai dealer (Kun Exclusive) on 4th Nov. 2011 and they have delivered a defective vehicle. As I reside in Cochin, I have started communicating with them where I have not received a proper response and action.

Hence I approached BMW India New Delhi and exchanged many emails and telephone calls without getting a reasonable response, action and respect to a customer where they used to repeat the same words of the dealer; as if the guys in BMW customer relation is paid by the dealer Kun Exclusive.

Finally I took up the matter with BMW Germany customer care and my repeated reminders ended up saying 'your complaint has been forwarded to concerned dept..

(Please see the complaints registered with BMW India below).

I am fed up with this irresponsible BMW as they force me to drive an unsafe vehicle. Finally I have decided to take up with the legal system as well as to the people in the country.

We (few NGO's and media guys extended support) are preparing to do road shows in Cochin - two bullocks will be pulling my BMW X1 on the streets and highways - as well as we will be distributing brochures detailing my complaints and how BMW treated it in front of BMW Cochin show room for the next few months.

If any one having issues with BMW, please join with me as your support is verymuch encouraging(contact me at: jacobvpp@yahoo.com). And we are here to support those looking for  help about BMW's arrogant attitude against a customer.

Areas of improvement  

 Major Defects:

Vehicle gets locked automatically – repeated many times (I used to keep spare key always in my pocket or wife’s vanity bag)
Traction Control System faulty – vehicle cannot be driven safely
Water ingress – from port rear window
Vehicle pulls to left and runs off road
Exhaust end – discoloration and marks
Gap between right head light and bumper 
Improperly installed bolts inside bonnet – a vehicle part is about to fall off
Low engine oil level
Engine oil found black when I received vehicle from Kun Exclusive Chennai.

Leaks at both front wheels/brakes.

 

Hiped Brand ImageLeaking windows, faulty Traction Control, faulty central lock, unsafe to drive, Arrogant Customer ca

 

Exterior perfect exteriors curves placed where they should be nice skid plates front grill.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Fine quality, space is exactly sufficient and nice comfort, front seats of course more confortableErgonomic design needs no lengthy explanation; it's something you sense immediately. That's why everything in the cabin of the new BMW X1 is geared towards one simple goal: intuitive operation with the maximum feel-good factor. The entire cockpit is oriented towards the driver and, thanks to its clear lines, guides the eyes to the road ahead. The raised seating position provides a particularly good overview, including of the interior: high-end materials, perfectly attuned colours, outstanding workmanship, and many convenient details.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Excellent performance,fuel economy,nice gear shifts.

 

Ride Quality & Handling Fine ride quality even at curves, while a drift also.

 

Final Words Perfect for Indian youth who need a perfect cross over and of course have enough money to own itThe innovative spacial concept of the BMW X1 adjusts flexibly to your requirements. The sleek contours of the latest member of the X family stand for ease of use, optimal spacial utilisation and ultimate practicability. Its spaciousness enables you to discover a new side of your life every day, so you can concentrate 100% on the experien.

 

Areas of improvement Not required.

 

Good designnot more

Exterior Exterior is not a bad looking vehicle.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Not very comfortable, no power seats, not much of anything, pretty darn basic.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Engine trouble vehicle is merely 6 months old, whistling brakes. Took car in 3 times and still nothing was done, would never recommend.

Ride Quality & Handling

Final Words Even though it was not very expensive, it was definitely not worth the money, very bad experience, i have been saving for this for a long time and was very disappointed with the performance of the vehicle.. if i could get somebody to fix my whistling brakes that i find very embarrasing it may not be such a bad car.. anyone out there have the same problem????

the brakes on this vehicle sound like a friggin transport.. they keep telling me its normal, i was told to take it for a long run on the highway, did that too but to no avail.. i need help

Areas of improvement NA.

Exterior of carWhistling brakes very loud

Exterior It scores a 10\10 for its looks.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Features are quite awesome but a little more could have had made it just PERFECT! Space is for six people but you can squash in one more. Comfortable is THE word for it! And very safe also.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Engine performance is totally smooth. Has a little problem for the mileage though. Gearbox is NOT 'inside the box'. You don't need to change the gears every time you increase or decrease your car's speed, it does it automatically! So both your hands are on the wheel and you simply drive.

Ride Quality & Handling Well if u say narrow roads, then it's not a sparrow car; because that's how SUV's are😄. You need to be an expert at driving if you are in Gurgaon specially for the hazy driving which others do.

Final Words Take care of your X1 if you want it to be No.1. Overall it will be 8.5/10.

Areas of improvement Mileage i.e fuel if petrol. {But for diesel it is good}

The style is really very awesome!Mileage

 

Exterior Very good looks, aerodynamic styling, good proportions. Not too big, not too small.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Excellent interiors, almost noise-proof, even with a diesel engine, only problem is a bit cramped rear seat. Very good for 2 people, not so comfy for 3!

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Amazing performance from the 6 speed automatic - single gearshift acts as normal / sport . manual modes. iDrive controls almost everything! Pleasure to drive around even in Chennai. Does not feel like a big vehicle.

 

Ride Quality & Handling Steering is a bit tight at lower speeds, but very responsive as we move along. Suspension could have been a bit more comfortable. Takes most of the bad roads with ease, but a bit bumpy with potholes - need to slow down to a crawl.

 

Final Words If you have your eyes on this, don;t think twice. Go for it.

Areas of improvement All wheel drive is missing - could have been there, for the price we are paying.

 

Looks, build, features, Fuel economyRear seating a bit cramped. No other complaints

Exterior

 awsome..a perfect blend of SUV, Vagon and Sedan. good to see from front. its big bonnet will catch your heart..Even the Cheaper CE variant gets electrically adjustable front seats, the Driver seat gets 2 memories which can also be set to the car keys.  I find the seats a bit too soft for my taste, the shape and size of seats is all great. Rear seats too are well set up, it is not too upright, the headrest is softer than other cars which feels like pillow Being higher set than than an average sedan it’s easier to get in and get out.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

only one world simple. no cosmetic plastic work. its good to see BMW bonnet badge from diving seat.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 177 BHP powerfull diesel engine. i m already achive 205 km / hr top speed on mumbai pune express highway. its a plessure experiance with brakes.  

Ride Quality & Handling

 BMW done all for safety. its a safe car to drive on highways. not like.. others ..

Final Words

 go for this....l

Areas of improvement  

 

 

Badge value with good fuel economy.Legendary BMW Handling and Fun to Drive factor.heavy steering on parking speed, Not an actual crossover it's perceived to be, it's just a Station-W

 

Exterior Never seen a beauty like that from a big brand with affordable prices.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) All seats are well placed but backside looks a bit uneasy from outside but overall comfort is maintained by the car with good thigh support and high headrests.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Engine is a bit noisy as compared to the Mercedez'. Fuel consumption in city:12 & highway:14. And the gearbox tends to be smooth when gotta hand on it.

 

Ride Quality & Handling Great

 

Final Words It doesnt give you a feel of a SUV like Pajero though but still far better than CRV & Outlander in terms of 'say anythng'.

 

Areas of improvement Should the bmw had developed it on its own new platform with better wheelbase and space in the backseat(presently on 3 series), then this car had been a disaster for every SUV and MUV available in the market.And i bet on this.

 

Fuel economy, styling, features in the lower model as against the priceCrunched-in back seats