2015 BMW X1 vs. 2016 BMW X1
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2015 BMW X1 and 2016 BMW X1 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2015 BMW X1 and the 2016 BMW X1.
When we compare the 2015 BMW X1's and the 2016 BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2016 BMW X1 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2015 BMW X1 and 2016 BMW X1 have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2015 BMW X1's and the 2016 BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW X1 is a better car than the 2016 BMW X1.
Pricing: A used 2015 BMW X1 ranges from $7,999 to $18,995 while a used 2016 BMW X1 is priced between $11,834 to $21,988.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2015 BMW X1 and the 2016 BMW X1 both lose 44.6 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 7.9 out of 10. BMW X1 is ranked 3 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X1 is ranked 16 and the BMW X1 is ranked 16 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the BMW X1 is 7.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2015 BMW X1’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2016 BMW X1 base engine makes 228 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. This gives the 2015 BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 BMW X1. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2015 BMW X1 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2016 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The BMW X1 has an average safety rating of 4.88 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$32,033
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$24,065 - $41,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$33,308
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$24,065 - $41,475
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,732
Price Range:
$7,999 - $18,995
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$14,411
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$12,336 - $16,446
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
119
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
89,344
# Good or Great Deals:
55
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,640
Price Range:
$11,834 - $21,988
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$16,400
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$13,356 - $18,162
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
100
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,848
# Good or Great Deals:
41
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.9 / 10
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.9 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 BMW X1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
3.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2.1 - 3.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 BMW X1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
4.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
3.1 - 4.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.3 - 5.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.3 - 7.8
BMW X1 Rankings
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59 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i, xDrive35i
2016 BMW X1 Trim Levels
xDrive28i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
382 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
354 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
25 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
176.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3660 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.5 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Cashmere Silver Metallic
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Deep Sea Blue Metallic / Le Mans Blue Metallic / Midnight Blue Metallic
Brown
Marrakesh Brown Metallic / Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Orange
Valencia Orange
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Estoril Blue Metallic / Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Brown
Chestnut Bronze Metallic / Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Orange
Not available
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Green
Dark Olive Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige / Sand Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Terra
Red
Coral Red
White
Oyster
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black
Brown
Mocha
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Gray
Oyster
