2026 BMW X1 sDrive20i Automatic

The 2026 BMW X1 sDrive20i is a compact SUV that combines a practical, upright body with the polished presentation expected of a contemporary BMW. Finished in Alpine White with a Cognac interior, this new vehicle presents as a well-equipped specification with zero kilometres recorded. Its front-wheel-drive layout is suited to everyday road use, while the automatic transmission is designed to make urban driving and longer trips straightforward.

Power comes from a petrol engine producing 115 kW (156 hp) and 240 Nm of torque. That output gives the X1 a useful balance between responsive performance and the easy, predictable character expected from a compact family-oriented SUV. The 54-litre fuel tank supports conventional petrol touring without the charging considerations associated with an electrified vehicle, while the listed 216 km/h maximum speed and 8.30-second 0-100 km/h acceleration provide useful context for its performance envelope.

Inside, the Cognac cabin is specified with electric front-seat adjustment with memory and heating for both the driver and front passenger. These features add everyday convenience, particularly when the vehicle is shared or used regularly for commuting. Rear-seat adjustment is also included through the enhancement equipment, helping the cabin remain adaptable between passenger comfort and carrying needs. The five-seat layout gives the X1 the versatility expected of a compact SUV without moving into a larger vehicle class.

The specification places a strong emphasis on driver assistance and convenience. Driving Assistant and Driving Assistant Plus are listed, alongside intelligent emergency calling, active pedestrian protection, tyre-pressure monitoring and an anti-theft security system. These systems are intended to support the driver during routine travel and provide added reassurance in changing traffic conditions, while the emergency-calling function provides an additional connected safety feature.

Equipment package Professional adds several technology-focused upgrades. Parking Assistant Plus is useful when manoeuvring in confined spaces, while the BMW Head-Up Display can help keep key driving information within the driver’s field of view. Adaptive LED headlights, High-Beam Assistant and an automatically dimming interior rear-view mirror contribute to improved visibility and reduced distraction after dark. Comfort Access, wireless charging storage and BMW Live Cockpit Professional further support a more convenient, connected cabin experience. DAB+ radio, a personal eSIM and TeleServices extend the vehicle’s communication and infotainment functionality.

The M Sport package gives the exterior and interior a more purposeful character through M Sport styling, a high-gloss Shadow Line treatment, M Sport interior components, an M leather steering wheel, sport seats and an anthracite headliner. Adaptive M Suspension is also specified, adding an adjustable element to the vehicle’s ride and handling configuration. Roof rails in high-gloss Shadow Line provide a practical foundation for compatible carrying equipment, broadening the X1’s usefulness for recreational or luggage-carrying duties.

Further enhancement equipment includes a panoramic glass roof, steering-wheel heating, active front seats and a Harman Kardon HiFi loudspeaker system. Together, these additions focus on comfort and ambience rather than merely increasing the equipment count: the panoramic roof brings more light into the cabin, heated steering improves cold-weather comfort, active seats can help reduce fatigue on longer journeys, and the upgraded audio system gives the interior a more refined listening environment.

• 2026 BMW X1 sDrive20i
• Petrol engine with 115 kW (156 hp) and 240 Nm
• Automatic transmission with gearshift paddles
• Front-wheel drive
• Five-seat SUV body
• Alpine White exterior with Cognac interior
• M Sport package and Adaptive M Suspension
• Panoramic glass roof and Harman Kardon HiFi audio
• BMW Head-Up Display and BMW Live Cockpit Professional
• Driving Assistant Plus and Parking Assistant Plus

Other highlights include Drive train: Front Wheel Drive; Engine or motor: 115 kW (156 hp), 240 Nm.