Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 X1.
The 2019 BMW X1 is a compact SUV equipped with an automatic transmission (S8) that achieves EPA fuel economy ratings of 23/32/26 mpg across city, highway, and combined driving. With 11 total owner complaints recorded for this model year, the 2019 X1 falls in the middle range of the vehicle's complaint history spanning from 2012 to 2026, though it carries three recalls with the electrical system representing the most frequently reported issue. Compared to the model's peak of 159 complaints in 2016 and its low point of just 1 complaint in 2022, the 2019 model year demonstrates moderate but not exemplary reliability performance.
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 | 64316835406 alt 64316835405 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | xDrive28i (xLine) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.70 sec | 14.40 sec | 228 hp | AWD |
| 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 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 14 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 7.3 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 7.3 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 725.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 2900 |
| RPM | 725.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 725.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 2900 |
| RPM | 725.0 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| 1 | 14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 70°, Step 3: 70° | 14 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 21.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180 | 21 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 7.3 ft. lbs. | 7.3 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 7.3 ft. lbs. | 7.3 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 11.8 ft. lbs. | 11.8 ft. lbs |
| 4 | 11.8 ft. lbs. | 11.8 ft. lbs |
| 5 | 11.8 ft. lbs. Tighten fasteners in a crisscross pattern going from right to left. Start at the center and work outward. | 11.8 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 7.3 ft. lbs., Step 2: 7.3 ft. lbs., Step 3: 11.8 ft. lbs., Step 4: 11.8 ft. lbs., Step 5: 11.8 ft. lbs. Start at center and work outward. Tighten all fasteners in a crisscross pattern going from the right to the left. | 7.3 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60°, Step 3: 60° | 18 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
For the 2019 BMW X1, the federal record shows it sits near the bottom of the complaint curve after a high-volume launch period: 2016 and 2017 logged 159 and 154 complaints respectively, while 2018 fell to 59 complaints and 2019 dropped further to just 11 complaints, with 3 recalls, 0 investigations, and 67 TSBs. That places 2019 roughly on par with 2020 (12 complaints, 1 recall, 68 TSBs) and well below the early-model-year noise, though the arc later turns upward again with 70 complaints and 6 recalls in 2023; the data does not specify what drives that later spike. Within 2019 itself, the leading complaint categories are Electrical System and Structure with two each, followed by Power Train and a combined Suspension/Engine entry with one each, plus one crash complaint and zero fire complaints. Overall, 2019 looks like a comparatively calm point in this generation’s lifecycle, making a well-maintained, recall-complete 2019 X1 a relatively good used-buy candidate.
All 11 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, Countryman, and John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the tie rods and ball joints as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. Contaminated hardware may cause the attachment brackets of the taillight housings to crack, causing the lights… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the taillights, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Showing 5 of 67 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B010224 | 2026-05-05 | Engine | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or… |
| B011924 | 2025-01-16 | Electrical System | The Telematics Control Units (TCU) Internal Emergency (Backup) Battery for defects in… |
| B01192024 | 2024-12-31 | Electrical System | The Telematics Control Units (TCU) Internal Emergency (Backup) Battery for defects in… |
| B840324 | 2024-10-11 | Electrical System | The “End of life” or “Emergency call system error” Check Control message appears in the… |
| B010224 | 2024-05-01 | Engine | EVAP SYSTEM PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15/150 |
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EPA figures are 23 city / 32 highway / 26 combined mpg.