Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 X1.
The 2025 BMW X1 delivers an EPA fuel rating of 23/31/26 mpg and is equipped with an Automatic (AM‑S7) transmission. Owner complaints for the model sum to 12, with three recalls documented, and the complaint record shows a steep decline, reaching just one reported issue in the 2022 model year, the lowest figure across the 2012‑2026 span. This recent low complaint volume indicates a marked improvement in reliability for the latest X1 iteration.
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 11427926136. 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 | 11427926136 alt 11428570590 |
| Engine air filter | 13715A1AC98 alt 13718472005 |
| Spark plug | 12125A523E0 |
| Battery | 61217604802 alt 61216805461 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A974B1 |
| Thermostat | 11539430899 alt 11539430898 |
| Cabin air filter | 64115A547D9 alt 64115A4FF59 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Overall length | 177.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 64.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3814 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61.8 / 61.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 57/43 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | M35i (M Sport + Shadowline) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 4.70 sec | 13.30 sec | 312 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | M35i (M Sport + Shadowline) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 4.80 sec | 13.40 sec | 312 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | xDrive28i (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.40 sec | 14.10 sec | 241 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | xDrive28i (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.60 sec | 14.30 sec | 241 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | xDrive28i (xLine) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.70 sec | 14.40 sec | 241 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2025 BMW X1 sits in a clear downward trend of complaints and recalls that began peaking in 2016 with 159 complaints and 3 recalls, falling to just 12 complaints and 3 recalls in 2025. Recalls have stayed low throughout the decade, with 2025 matching the 2024 count of 3 recalls and far below the 6 recalls seen in 2023. Investigations remained absent in 2025, mirroring the zero‑investigation years of 2023‑2026, while the number of total safety bulletins (61) is modest compared with the 101 in 2024 but well above the 36 in 2021. The top complaint categories for 2025—primarily electrical system issues—appear in the same three‑word clusters that were noted in earlier years, suggesting no new root‑cause revelations. With only 2 crash‑related complaints and a single fire complaint, the overall risk profile is low. Overall, 2025 represents a solid year to purchase a used X1, given the decline in complaints and steady, low recall activity.
All 12 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 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may… Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X1 xDrive28i and X1 M35i vehicles. The left and right-side B-Pillar reinforcement plates may have been manufactured with insufficient structural strength. Remedy: Dealers will inspect the left-side and right-side B-Pillar and, if affected, replace the B-Pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may…
Showing 5 of 61 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B651826 | 2026-06-23 | Electrical System | If BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is active in the vehicle, once the customer exits… |
| B120326 | 2026-06-18 | Electrical System | Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units… |
| B651726 | 2026-06-17 | Electrical System | After a factory reset of the head unit, the navigation voice input cannot be activated or… |
| B651226 | 2026-06-13 | Electrical System | The voice command to deactivate Automatic Engine Start/Stop function can also trigger the… |
| B610126 | 2026-06-11 | Electrical System | During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication… |
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EPA figures are 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg.