Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 X1.
The 2017 BMW X1 is an SUV equipped with an S8 automatic transmission, delivering an EPA-estimated 26 combined mpg from its 23 city and 32 highway ratings. Yet that mechanical operation is shadowed by the power train being the top complaint area among 154 total owner complaints alongside two recalls. Sitting just beneath the model's all-time high of 159 complaints in 2016, the 2017 X1 occupies a notably problematic tier within the nameplate's 2012-2026 history. This positions the vehicle far from the model's lowest complaint count of just one in 2022, meaning researchers should expect elevated power train risks specific to this era of the vehicle.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11425B3A1A5. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11425B3A1A5 alt 11428570590 |
| Engine air filter | 13718513944 |
| Spark plug | 12120040551 |
| Battery | 61217555719 alt 61216805461 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A27D68 |
| Cabin air filter | 64316835405 alt 64316835406 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 174.8 in |
| Overall width | 71.7 in |
| Overall height | 63.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3660 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61.4 / 61.4 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 57/43 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 32 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the X1 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.30 sec | 14.90 sec | 228 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 228 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 228 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.20 sec | 228 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | xDrive28i (xLine) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.70 sec | 14.40 sec | 228 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 14.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 35.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s) | 37.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pan to Block Bolts | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 20.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Gap | Not adjustable in |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.04-1.09 lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 760 cca |
| 1 | 14.0 ft. lbs. | 14 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 70 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 3 | 70 | |
Prep 1995cc Liter Engines: Step 1: 30 ft. lbs.
| 2 | + 120 degrees. 1997cc Liter Engines: 26 ft. lbs. 1998cc Liter Engines: Step 1: 21 ft. lbs. | 120 degrees |
| 2 | + 180 | |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 180 | |
Prep Gasoline engines · M8 Bolts
| 1 | 84 inch lbs. | 84 in |
| 2 | 55 degrees; M11 Bolts | 55 degrees |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 100 degrees; Diesel engines | 100 degrees |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 36.0 ft. lbs. | 36 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 4 | 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 60 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 3 | 60 | |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2017 BMW X1 sits at the peak of a complaint spike that began with the 2016 model year (159 complaints) and drops sharply afterward, with 154 complaints for 2017 itself. This year also recorded 188 technical service bulletins (TSBs) and 2 recalls, while the following 2018 model saw complaints fall to 59 and TSBs to 97, indicating that early years of this generation carried the heaviest owner-reported issues. The top complaint areas for 2017 are powertrain (36), unknown/other (31), and structure (13), though the data does not specify root causes. Compared to the 2016 model’s 159 complaints and 3 recalls, the 2017 is nearly as problematic, and later model years (2019 onward) show dramatically lower complaint counts—often in single digits. Given the steep drop in complaints after 2017 and the relatively high number of TSBs and recalls for this year, the 2017 X1 is not a recommended buy; a 2018 or newer model offers a far more reliable track record based on the available federal data.
All 154 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the…
Showing 5 of 188 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B010925 | 2025-07-31 | Power Train | The limited warranty for the automatic transmissions Selector Lever Magnetic Shift… |
| B840324 | 2024-10-11 | Electrical System | The “End of life” or “Emergency call system error” Check Control message appears in the… |
| B010419 | 2024-09-16 | Engine | For this vehicle, the EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in… |
| B640416 | 2024-01-19 | Structure | Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
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EPA figures are 23 city / 32 highway / 26 combined mpg.