BMW X1 Latest Spy Photos Shows Rear Window
April 4, 2009 4:30 AM
Filed Under: BMW, German, Nürburgring, Spy Photos
The BMW X1 is one of the most photographed prototypes lately. It's even been tested by some "select" auto journalists and photographers. But now the X1 has lost a lot of its camouflage and more details are revealed without the special invite. On two photos we can see the quarter panel rear window without camouflage, something that the BMW engineers noticed and taped up again later.
Set to take on the VW Tiguan and the upcoming Audi Q3, the X1 is mostly based on the 1-Series even if there are some parts shared with the 3-Series as well. Power will come from both four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines and both petrol and diesel will be available. Base model will be front-wheel drive only but of course all-wheel drive is optional.
Debut is set for Frankfurt in September.
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Comments
The extensive amount of black plastics used on this poorly proportioned car makes it look even cheaper, doesn't evenlook like it is something from the premium market! Just like the old X3 when it first came out with those ugly black cheap bumpers. Hva ethey not learnt from their mistakes that customers are buying a BMW and do not want something that looks cheaper than a Toyota and Tata - becasue even they spray their parts in body colour.
As for the front grille, what on earth is that??? Did they just slap those narrow front grille on the car after they have finished designing it?Because not only is it narrow and ugly (not suitable for a SAV like this), it also doesn't flow and blend with the overall design.
The lower bumper cut which resemble the new 7 Series just looks stupid here, especially in that cheap black plastic.
This is an X1, BMW was suppose to make this an exciting vehicle for the exciting youth. This car could have had so much potential, yet they come out with something as ugly, boring and conservative as this. This is a disappointment.
FWD? I don't think so. BMW only produces RWD and if they make this a FWD, I might as well buy an Audi because BMW is not BMW anymore.
Edited by user on April 4, 2009 at 7:41 PM
Sure the X1 is ugly and boring and bland, but get the pricing right for the X1 in the UK, fit it with a "eco-fast" 2.0d Efficient Dynamics engine and this will be a major seller, it's not for me though.
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Edited by user on April 4, 2009 at 5:09 AM