2024 BMW X1 M35i xDrive makes the enthusiast's compact CUV even better
, we held out hope for a more powerful, sportier variant. The base xDrive28i model is the driver's choice in the entire segment, making a bit more oomph and more focused handling an enticing carrot. Here's what we asked for, the 2024M35i xDrive, an M Performance version of the entry model. The turbocharged two-liter four-cylinder has been amped up from 241 horsepower to 312 horsepower, torque holds steady at 295 pound-feet.
Handling upgrades come courtesy of the standard sport steering and Adaptive M Suspension. The M Sport Boost Function, enabled by pulling the left paddle shifter for at least one second, puts all of the adaptive chassis tech into their sportiest modes. A relocated wheel slip sensor cuts reaction time for the dynamic stability control system, enhancing the SUV's reflexes. The car rides on standard 19-inch M alloys, three 20-inch designs fill the options menu.
Inside, occupants sit under and anthracite-colored headliner, the instrument panel wears Alcantara trim, there's dark aluminum"hexacube" trim throughout, the driver works an M leather steering wheel and set of M pedals. Standard Sensatec seating is trimmed with Alcantara. The BMW Curved Display and its head-up display work iDrive 9 and display M-specific graphics. Tech like navigation, Harmon Kardon premium audio, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and wireless charging come standard.
Pricing starts at $49,900 plus a $995 destination fee, making for a total of $50,895 before options — a $10,800 step above the
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