BMW X1 LWB
BMW X1 LWB is a 5-seater SUV available at a starting price of Rs. 49.9 Lakh. The car is available in 1 variants, with 1 engine and 1 transmission option. You can choose from 4 colors for the X1 LWB. The mileage of the X1 LWB varies from 15.5 KM/L depending on the model.
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BMW X1 LWB Price List (Variant Wise)
BMW X1 LWB Ex-Showroom price ranges from 49.9 Lakh. BMW offers X1 LWB in 1 variants. The top variant of X1 LWB is and the base variant is M Sport.
BMW X1 LWB Colours
BMW X1 LWB is available in 4 different colors namely M Carbon Black metallic, Skyscraper Grey metallic, Night Dusk Blue & Mineral White (metallic).
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Expert Review on BMW X1 LWB
car&bike Expert Take
“By stretching the wheelbase by over 100 mm and tuning the suspension for everyday comfort, BMW has built an SUV specifically for Indian buyers who spend their weekdays in the back seat. Its rear legroom and ride quality are exactly what makes it a clever package.”
Built locally in Chennai, the long-wheelbase BMW X1 is available as a single, fully loaded petrol variant. BMW has stretched its overall length to 4,616 mm and expanded the wheelbase by 108 mm over the standard model to 2,800 mm.
It’s an option for urban families who want a tech-filled compact SUV that has all the premium qualities associated with the German badge. When Seshan Vijayraghvan got behind its wheel, he observed many things about the BMW X1 LWB. One thing that stood out was,
“The new X1 LWB offers more features, more safety tech and a more powerful petrol engine.”
Under the X1’s bonnet is a 1.5-litre, 1,499 cc three-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine.
Engine Specifications
Specification | Details |
Engine Type | 1.5-Litre Turbo Petrol |
Displacement | 1,499 cc |
Max Power | 154.2 bhp @ 4,900 - 6,000 rpm |
Max Torque | 230 Nm @ 1,500 - 4,600 rpm |
Transmission | Seven-speed Steptronic Dual-Clutch Automatic |
Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (sDrive) |
City Driving
- The low-end torque of this car allows drivers to close city traffic gaps quickly.
- Its seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox slots smoothly through ratios.
Highway Driving
- It holds speeds between 90 kmph and 110 kmph comfortably.
- The engine revs cleanly towards 5,000 rpm when you attempt overtakes.
Despite the 108 mm stretch in the wheelbase, the car’s profile doesn’t look stretched out.
Dimensions Comparison
Dimension | BMW X1 LWB | Mercedes-Benz GLA | Audi Q3 |
Length | 4,616 mm | 4,412 mm | 4,482 mm |
Width (with mirrors) | 2,104 mm | 2,020 mm | 2,024 mm |
Height | 1,641 mm | 1,616 mm | 1,588 mm |
Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,729 mm | 2,680 mm |
Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 183 mm | 170 mm |
Build Quality & Materials
Inside, the cabin doesn't cut corners with cheap plastics. The dashboard and door tops get soft materials with textured metallic speaker grilles and satin aluminium accents.
The car’s exterior gets the sporty M Sport styling package as standard.
Seshan notes,
"Visually, the new X1 Long-Wheelbase looks quite similar to the standard model."
Front Profile
- An imposing, sculpted BMW kidney grille sits up front.
- Sleek Adaptive LED headlights flank the grille, featuring inverted L-shaped DRLs.
Side Profile
- Flap-style aerodynamic door handles sit flush with the sheet metal.
- The SUV also rides on 18-inch light alloy wheels.
Rear Profile
- Three-dimensional L-shaped LED tail lamps wrap around the rear.
- A prominent roof spoiler extends over the rear windscreen.
This vehicle’s cabin is clearly inspired by its larger siblings, the iX and 5 Series.
Cabin Layout and Quality
- The focal point of the dashboard is the frameless BMW Widescreen Curved Display.
- It houses both the digital instrument dials and the infotainment screen.
Seating Comfort
Front Row
- The driver and front passenger sit on well-cushioned sport seats.
- Both front seats get full electric adjustment.
Second Row
- Knee room and legroom are fairly high and can be considered unrivalled by close competitors.
- The seat cushion is well-padded with generous under-thigh support.
Features That Improve Daily Use
- The fixed panoramic glass roof
- A 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Audio system
Available only in the M Sport trim, the X1 asks for Rs. 49.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
Variant | Engine & Powertrain | Ex-Showroom Price |
X1 LWB sDrive18Li M Sport | 1.5-Litre Turbo-Petrol, Seven-speed Automatic | Rs. 49.90 Lakh |
This SUV holds 54 litres of petrol in its fuel tank, while BMW claims an ARAI-certified combined figure of 15.5 kmpl.
Engine & Powertrain | ARAI Claimed Mileage | User-Reported City Mileage | User-Reported Highway Mileage |
1.5-Litre Turbo-Petrol (Seven-speed Dual-Clutch) | 15.50 kmpl | 10 - 11 kmpl | 13 - 15 kmpl |
The X1 LWB is built on BMW's FAAR platform, and the global edition of this car has a five-star crash test rating from Euro NCAP.
Passive Safety
- The passenger cell uses hot-stamped, high-strength steels to create a solid survival cage.
- Inside, the SUV comes fitted with eight airbags, three-point seatbelts and ISOFIX mounts.
Active Safety
BMW's Driving Assistant package includes:
- Lane Departure Warning.
- Blind Spot Detection.
- Rear Collision Warning.
- Front Collision Warning with Brake Intervention.
There’s also the Parking Assistant Plus, a standalone 360-degree camera system overseeing parking duties.
The dashboard technology has been fully updated to run BMW's latest operating software.
Infotainment and Interface
- The BMW Operating System 9 features quick-access widgets and intuitive menus.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect automatically with stable playback.
Cabin Convenience and Practical Features
- With Comfort Access 2.0, you can unlock, start, and lock the SUV using a phone.
- The massive nine-square-foot fixed glass roof stretches over both rows.
The X1 LWB offers 540 litres of luggage volume behind the second row, which fits three large suitcases along with multiple duffel bags. For extra flexibility, the rear bench splits 40:20:40.
BMW has reworked the chassis tuning for the long-wheelbase model.
As Seshan says,
"It feels more settled and comfortable, especially when you're being driven around in the back."
City Driving
- Around town, it handles broken road patches and deep potholes with apt composure.
- The light electric steering keeps negotiating crowded streets effortlessly.
Highway Driving
- Up to 100 kmph, the X1 remains completely unbothered by strong crosswinds.
- Enthusiasts looking for performance will find the setup is more for relaxed grand touring.
BMW offers the X1 LWB in a single, top-tier variant.
Variant | Engine & Transmission | Key Additions | Best Suited For |
sDrive18Li M Sport | 1.5-Litre Turbo-Petrol, Seven-speed Automatic | M Sport aero package, 18-inch alloys, Harman Kardon audio, curved display, fixed panoramic roof, 360-degree camera | Chauffeur-driven executives and young luxury families prioritising rear comfort |
The Essentials That You Don’t Get
- A diesel engine option
- Front ventilated seats
Should You Buy the BMW X1 LWB?
If you want high rear-seat space at a price point below the standard model, you can go for the BMW X1 LWB. Its rear seat comfort easily beats a lot of similarly priced rivals, while the suspension returns a smooth and comfortable ride over rough Indian roads. The only practical thing you’ll have to keep in mind is that it’s not a performance-driven car.
Two nameplates challenging the BMW X1 LWB at this price point are the Mercedes-Benz GLA and the Audi Q3.
| Model | Powertrains | Key Strengths | Ex-Showroom Price Range |
| BMW X1 LWB | 1.5-Litre Turbo-Petrol | Unmatched rear legroom, 540-litre boot | Rs. 49.90 Lakh |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA | 1.3-Litre Turbo-Petrol / 2.0-Litre Diesel | Punchy diesel option, AWD available on top trim | Rs. 51.80 - 55.00 Lakh |
| Audi Q3 | 2.0-Litre Turbo-Petrol | Quattro all-wheel drive, punchy four-cylinder engine | Rs. 43.67 Lakh |
Which Luxury Compact SUV Should You Choose?
- Choose the BMW X1 LWB if you spend the week in the rear seat often and want a supple suspension alongside a huge boot.
- Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLA if you cover high interstate kilometres regularly and want the long-range fuel efficiency of a diesel engine.
- Choose the Audi Q3 if you desire the punch of a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and Audi's Quattro all-wheel drive system.
Pros
- A stretched wheelbase 108 mm results in a massive 109 mm increase in rear legroom, which is close to X3 levels of legroom.
- Rear seat squab is extended by 15 mm to provide better under-thigh support.
- Upgraded 1.5-litre three-cylinder TwinPower turbo-petrol engine makes 20 bhp over the standard petrol model and uses a responsive 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
- Has Level 2 ADAS suite with rear cross-traffic alert with brake intervention, dynamic cruise control with braking and more.
- BMW Park Plus system with a 360-degree surround-view camera and reverse assistant makes low-speed manoeuvring and parking this stretched X1 effortless.
- It has a curved display running BMW OS9 with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, floating centre console, Harman Kardon sound system, panoramic glass roof, and powered front seats with memory.
- Aggressive introductory pricing undercuts the outgoing standard petrol X1 while offering substantially more space and standard equipment.
Cons
- Long-wheelbase format is only offered in a front-wheel-drive 1.5-litre petrol powertrain version.
- Despite improved rear-seat comfort, it misses out on rear door sunblinds, dedicated rear blower controls, and "boss mode" buttons to adjust the front passenger seat from behind.
- Front seats do not have a seat ventilation feature.
- The 3-cylinder engine can be heard under hard acceleration, and lacks the seamless, silky refinement of their 2.0-litre four-cylinder units.
Verdict
The 2026 BMW X1 Long-Wheelbase is directly targeted at Indian luxury car buyers who prioritise rear-seat room and chauffeur-driven comfort over sheer driving agility. By increasing the wheelbase, lengthening the seat base, throwing in Level 2 ADAS, bumping petrol power to about 154 bhp, and keeping the price attractive (launching at Rs 49.90 lakh), the BMW X1 LWB is certainly a more compelling buy.
Seshan Vijayraghvan said in his review, "The X1 LWB is a more complete package than the standard model. It offers more space, better comfort, stronger performance and additional safety tech, while retaining the X1’s premium appeal."
While the absence of rear sunblinds, front seat cooling, AWD and a diesel engine option leaves much to be desired, the added cabin space and upgraded safety tech make this easily the most sensible and complete iteration of the X1 to buy for everyday Indian driving conditions.
BMW X1 LWB Mileage
BMW X1 LWB mileage is 15 KM/L as per ARAI The Automatic Petrol engine has a mileage of 15.5 KM/L.
| Fuel Type | Transmission | Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Automatic | 15.5 KM/L |


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Engine CC 1499 cc | 1499 CC | 1498 CC | 1332 CC | 1993 CC | 1499 CC |
Transmission Automatic | Automatic | CVT | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
Mileage 15 KM/L | 16.35 - 20.37 KM/L | 13.7 KM/L | 13 - 17 KM/L | 22.8 KM/L | 15.2 KM/L |
Fuel Type Petrol | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel | Hybrid | Petrol |
Seating Capacity 5 Seater | 5 Seater | 7 Seater | 5 Seater | 5 Seater | 5 Seater |
Fuel Tank Capacity 54.0 L | 51.0 L | 55.0 L | 50.0 L | 57.0 L | 60.0 L |
No of Variants 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
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