THE ALL-NEW BMW X1.

• SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. announces the arrival of the new generation of the X1 with a sharper design and cutting-edge digitalization

The entry model into the world of BMW X is now more appealing than ever. In its third model generation, the new BMW X1 boasts a more prominent design, superior spaciousness, and advanced digitalization to help define the forward-looking character of a true Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) for the premium compact segment.

With its robust appearance and functional versatility, the new BMW X1 embodies an authentic experience of freedom and independence in day- to-day driving and on longer journeys. The interior’s progressive design and sophisticated ambience, and the much broader selection of standard equipment compared to the outgoing model, serve to underline its deeply embedded premium character.

The new BMW X1 continues the success story it established since the release of the first generation of the vehicle back in 2009. Since then, BMW X1 has garnered a total of around 1.9 million units sold globally.

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Design: modern surface treatment, increased visual presence and robust looks in unmistakable BMW X model style.

The surface treatment, lines, and classy exterior design details of the BMW X1 display its Sports Activity Vehicle identity more clearly than ever in its third model generation. Distinctive design features include the powerful proportions, almost square wheel arch contours and the signature BMW X model styling of the front and rear ends.

The upright front end of the new BMW X1 gives it a much greater sense of presence, with slim adaptive LED headlights, a large, almost square BMW kidney grille, X-shaped lines radiating out to the sides and eye-catching chrome strips in the lower air intake serving as its defining elements.

Expressively sculpted surfaces and a long roofline are the distinguishing features of the new model’s dynamically stretched silhouette. When viewed from the rear, the slim tailgate window, horizontal lines, striking LED lights and flared wheel arches produce the typical SAV look.

The robust aura of the new BMW X1 can be intensified to great effect with the specific design elements of the xLine model, which include stylistic underride protection. It comes with 18-inch alloy wheels in Star-spoke Style 865.

Interior: progressive ambience, versatile space.

A raised seating position and a progressive premium ambience styled on the BMW X1 help to create a distinctive driving experience inside the compact SAV. The key elements of the cabin’s redesign are the slender Luxury instrument panel, the BMW Widescreen Display, the “floating” armrest with integral control panel and a storage shelf for wireless charging at the front of the center console.

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The new BMW X1 also treats its occupants to the latest-generation BMW iDrive multi- sensory vehicle experience in the form of the standard-fit BMW Live Cockpit Plus. Based on BMW Operating System 8, it comprises the BMW Widescreen Display with its state-of-the- art graphics and menu structure along with the BMW Intelligent Voice Assistant that has now gained additional skills. The fully digital screen grouping is formed by the 10.25-inch information display and the control display with a screen diagonal of 10.7 inches. The new BMW iDrive is geared purposefully to providing intuitive touch and voice control. The broad- based digitalization of the interior enables the number of physical buttons, controls and switches required for operation to be significantly reduced.

Smartphone integration using both Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM are also all available in the new BMW X1.

In the area of comfort, the X1 includes newly developed sport seats, electric seat adjustment with memory function and lumbar support. These come in Sensatec Perforated Black upholstery. Improvements have been made to both acoustic comfort and occupant protection. The integrated passive safety concept now also includes a new interaction airbag between the front seats.

There is also the BMW Maps navigation system, a Sport leather steering wheel, intelligent three-zone automatic climate control, and a rain sensor with automatic headlight activation that come as standard in this new model. Four USB-C ports, two 12V power sockets, and a far greater number of driver assistance systems have also been added.
The rear compartment of the new BMW X1 includes three full-sized seats offering a notable improvement in seating comfort, with the 40:20:40 split rear seat backrests. Boot capacity can be increased from 540 to a maximum of 1,600 liters.

All-rounder offering optimum blend of agility and ride comfort.

The all-new BMW X1 offers well-resolved handling characteristics in any situation and deliver the driving experience for which the brand is renowned.

The BMW X1 runs on a BMW Twin Power Turbo In-line 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 150 hp and 350 Nm of torque. It also has a 7-speed Steptronic Transmission with Double Clutch. These come together to deliver the best driving dynamics and fuel economy.

The compact all-rounder’s sophisticated chassis technology produces a perfectly harmonious balance between sporty, agile handling on the one hand and long-distance

comfort on the other. All the tools required here are provided by a body construction that reduces weight while increasing rigidity, a long wheelbase, wider tracks than the predecessor model, and targeted upgrades to the single-joint spring strut axle at the front and the three-link rear axle. Near-actuator wheel slip limitation is fitted as standard in the new BMW X1, benefiting both traction and directional stability. Other new features include the integrated braking system and the extra, lift-related damping at the front axle.
Wide variety of systems for driver assistance.

The technological advances made in the new BMW X1 compared with the outgoing model are also evident in the far greater variety of automated driving and parking systems available to use. Standard features include Cruise Control with brake function and the front-collision warning system, which is now also capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists when turning right. The Parking Assistant including Reversing Assist Camera and Reversing Assistant also form part of the standard equipment roster.

The new BMW X1 sDrive18d xLine retails at Php 3,890,000 and comes with the comprehensive BMW 5-year warranty.