The German concern "BMW" became the first large automobile enterprise that decided to start assembling cars in Russia. The Avtotor enterprise is located in Kaliningrad, and today this company supplies the largest number of BMWs entering the Russian market. At the same time, many people have doubts: is it worth taking a car assembled in Russia, how much better will the BMW be? german assembly? Opinions on the forums can be found directly opposite, moreover, it is difficult to provide objective evidence for both points of view.

What attracts a Russian buyer to truly German cars

One of the main advantages is true german car- the quality of the engine. As a result, the durability of the entire structure depends on the reliability of the motor, and it was German technology that was ahead of many manufacturers around the world in this parameter. And it is reliability that, ultimately, is lacking in the products of the Russian automobile industry. BMW has already become a symbol of practicality, quality and comfort all over the world.

Distinctive features this car: excellent handling due to the well-coordinated work of complex electronic systems, efficient brakes, a comfortable interior in which a driver of any build will feel comfortable. For all positive qualities BMWs are designed specifically for driving around the city, so they are not designed for difficult road conditions. After the company began assembling cars at the Kaliningrad plant, heated debates broke out among fans of this brand regarding the quality of cars.

Features of "BMW" assembled in Russia

How to distinguish bmw german assembly from Kaliningrad? The Russian assembly is equipped with a number of design differences. Since Avtotor's products are primarily aimed at the Russian buyer, a special "Russian package" was supposed to adapt them to non-standard local conditions. The main distinguishing features of the "Russian" BMW:

• The clearance increased by 22 mm made it possible to achieve increased cross-country ability. Given the situation of Russian roads, such an addition can hardly be called superfluous.
• Stiffer shock absorbers and reinforced stabilizers (both front and rear). This will allow the machine to keep working longer.
• Electronics allows you to start the car even in conditions of quite severe frosts.
• Many motorists note that the Russian assembly is less sensitive to the quality of gasoline, which is important, given the quality of fuel at most gas stations.

Thus, the traditional BMW has become more durable, designed to overcome difficulties and travel on those routes for which the car was not originally intended at all. You can check the exact place of assembly of the car using the VIN code. This is a marking that is placed on the engine, and in which the country of origin must be reflected. Russian cars are marked with the letter "X". You can go shopping with a friend who knows where to look at the VIN.

What to choose: German or Russian assembly

So far, for the production of BMWs at the plant in Kaliningrad, almost completely imported components are used. That is, it is difficult to talk about the discrepancy in the quality of cars, since in the end they pass the same quality control. At the same time, many note that when driving on a vehicle of Russian assembly, noise is heard more, and the car as a result turns out to be less durable. However, these shortcomings can be attributed both to the quality of service and to compliance with the rules for operating the machine.

Cars assembled in Kaliningrad end up undergoing triple quality control: the parts are first checked by the manufacturer, then they are checked when they arrive at the factory, and, ultimately, they pass the final check after assembly. The probability of marriage in this case is minimized, so the "Russian" BMWs are not much inferior to the German ones. The Russian assembly has been on the market for 13 years.

An important factor determining the purchase of a Russian assembly is its cost. The question is often asked on the forums, is it possible to buy a new German-assembled BMW from a dealer? New german cars are still supplied to the Russian market, but their cost is very high. For example, the updated BMW 520i series has been available from official sellers since September last year at a price of 1.825 million rubles. Cars assembled in Russia are not subject to customs duties, so there is much less markup on prices.

German used car or new domestic

What is better to buy: a used car from Germany or a new domestic one? For the price, cars made in Russia are almost equal to models with low mileage that are transported across the border. It is difficult to say what exactly will be better for a Russian driver:

1. Used BMWs with low mileage correct operation little inferior to the new ones. The Germans have always been a frugal people, and used cars arrive from abroad at a very fast pace. good condition becoming a bargain.
2. However, the new car can not be compared with anything. It is always more pleasant to be behind the wheel of a car that no one else has owned before you. The purchase of new cars may fall into preferential lending programs aimed at supporting the manufacturer. This will help you save more.
3. New car has a warranty card that will allow you to correct any factory defects, if any. A lot of owners also speak positively about the Russian assembly: the cars are quite high-quality, they are in no way inferior to their German counterparts, and the build quality in them is no worse.

Quality bias Russian cars certainly have good reasons. However, times are changing and it can be expected that Russian assembly will soon be at a quite decent level, gradually displacing the Western representatives of the automotive industry. So far, the choice remains only for the opinion and taste of the buyer.

➖ Dynamics (version 2.0d at 150 hp)
➖ Noise isolation

pros

➕ Manageability
➕ Rich equipment
➕ Comfortable interior

Advantages and BMW disadvantages X1 2018-2019 in a new body identified based on feedback from real owners. More detailed pros and cons of the BMW X1 (F48) with automatic, front-wheel drive and xDrive all-wheel drive can be found in the stories below.

Owner reviews

Machine like externally … and all! There was a factory defect associated with the turbine, so I did not have time to ride, as I realized that it did not accelerate ...

For the same money, I would have had a Toyota Rav4 of a good configuration, but there was no automatic key (I had to look in my bag all the time), and the trunk was also opened / closed by hand. The cabin stinks of diesel fuel. It’s not clear, what did I buy KAMAZ ?!

A very strong disappointment. After my last Toyota Rav 4, the new BMW X1 seems like a “non-home car”!

Veronica, review of BMW X1 2.0d (150 hp) with automatic 2016

Video review

You may be surprised, but I moved to new bmw X1 with the previous generation BMW X3. With compact dimensions, the interior of the BMW X1 is more spacious than the X3. All thanks to the front-wheel drive platform. I don't understand why BMW clung to the rear wheel drive concept for so long. Handling of the new car is also better. She no longer scours the ruts, like my old BMW X3. The ride quality has also improved.

Salon as a whole comfortable and spacious, roomy trunk. The driver's seat seemed harsh, but soon got used to it. Landing is high, visibility is good, only side mirrors too small. But I liked the devices less than on the old BMW X3. Here, some of the information is displayed on dashboard, moreover, the digitization of the speedometer is small, and part of the central screen multimedia system.

Equipment basic configuration I was pleasantly surprised, since before BMW offered completely empty cars in the database. There is a dual-zone climate control, an electric trunk lid, front and rear parking sensors, heated front seats, and electric washer nozzles.

But the BMW X1 can be forgiven for its magnificent driving performance. The dynamics are very good, the car literally takes off, overtaking is easy and natural. automatic transmission works smoothly. At the same time, the machine is economical, even with active driving (and otherwise it is difficult to drive it), the average consumption does not exceed 10-11 liters per 100 km.

Controllability is standard. Suspension provides optimal balance between energy consumption and comfort. Ground clearance quite sufficient for our roads, four-wheel drive helps out a lot in snowy parking lots. You can only find fault with the fact that the sound insulation wheel arches not very good, high speed hear the noise of the tires.

Review of the new BMW X 1 2.0 (192 HP) AT AWD 2015

So, specifically, my X was assembled in Kaliningrad at the end of November 2016. By the way, I was very worried about the locale. After all, like any Russian, I have a passion for purebred Bavarians, but I will say: fears turned out to be in vain.

Runflat tires on 18" rims. And then the most annoying thing that is in this car: the noise of rubber on asphalt! This is not my whim and not pampering: the whole trip you hear the noise of the tires! With a pretty decent Shumkov you do not hear the sounds of the street, but still, fucking hear the tires! Every bump or bump, every crack in the pavement, every pebble - this was not in any of my cars! This should be noted, because I am not exaggerating, but rather downplaying the problem.

The seats in my case are sports, with decent lateral support, but without lumbar support, which is problematic for me personally, because on long trips my back still aches.

Headlights: LED, swivel, perfectly shine in the dark (better, in my opinion, only Mercedes). No washer! This was a surprise! I waited a long time for the headlights to be washed - I didn’t wait) In fairness, it’s worth noting that they don’t get particularly dirty, maybe due to good aerodynamics, or maybe because they don’t heat up.

Box: 8-speed, playful, no complaints. True, X twitched a couple of times when starting off, but zero TO reported that there were no problems. I believe, but I will watch)

Dynamics: Pain! He lacks 150 horses! And if the sport mode is still all right, then I'm afraid to overtake in comfort! You seem to push the pedal, but he does not go. Well, more precisely rides, but not at all the way you expect.

Review of the BMW X1 2.0d (150 hp) automatic transmission 2016

Impressions are mostly positive. Auto economical, sporty, comfortable, versatile for its size. It has a sufficient set of options in the database, good value for money.

The main drawback is poor sound insulation from the wheels. If you ride only with your own people and get used to it, then you can put up with it. But as soon as you put a stranger next to you, it becomes uncomfortable for a seemingly decent car.

Runflat tires come standard. Because of them, additional noise, increased sensitivity to the track, increased rigidity, the inability to sell practically new tires for a good price ...

There is also a transmission rumble on an unheated car. V summer time goes away after a few minutes. Up to -10 degrees, the hum disappears in the process of movement. If -25 and below, then I did not have long runs to wait for the hum to disappear.

Eugene, review of the BMW X1 (F48) 2.0 (192 hp) xDrive 2016

My choice is white, 2.0d xDrive (4WD plus diesel), 190 hp. and 400 Nm. Traction and "mares" are enough with the head. Consumption, however, is too big: 10-11 liters in the city. If you turn on the start-stop system, then you can save a liter or two, but I often turn it off, because it's annoying. Firstly, in traffic jams, it slows down. Secondly, the power steering is cut down along with the engine, which is also inconvenient. To save money, there is also an Eco-pro mode, but with it the car ceases to be a BMW. Not interested.

The salon is comfortable. For the dimensions of X1, it has quite a lot of space. The upholstery is fabric / leather, which is good in the heat, since there is no ventilation for the seats. The back is fine for two. If you “wedge” the third passenger in the middle, then he will walk with his boots along the ledge of the panel with climate grilles. I already hesitated to clean these traces ...

The trunk is not huge, but well organized. There is a double floor, you can hide a bunch of stuff there useful little things. The rear seats fold and slide back and forth. The back of the front passenger seat also folds down. According to my observations, lengths up to 2.5 meters fit easily (I recently brought a batch of skirting boards for the house, no problem). The fifth door opens if you move your foot under the bumper.

The equipment of my "boomer" is one of the most expensive. This is my first car with an automatic valet... It's a cool feature, but I don't have the patience to wait for it to park itself. Too many unnecessary movements back and forth ... I do it three times faster.

Pavel, review of the BMW X1 2.0 diesel (190 hp) all-wheel drive 2016

BMW cars are German quality and the maximum level of comfort. Every fan and owner of any model of the brand knows this. Especially when it comes to BMW crossover x1. This car model has practically no flaws, except that the price bites. Today, the second generation of the "German" is available to Russian buyers. Many owners are interested in where the BMW X1 is assembled in 2017 for domestic market? In fact, this car model is produced in six countries of the world at once. The main and most powerful enterprise is located in Germany in the city of Leipzig. In addition, the release of the crossover is established in:

• China
• India
• Mexico
• Thailand
• Russia.

Maybe for someone it will be a surprise that the BMW X1 is also made in the Russian Federation. The car is assembled at the Kaliningrad plant "Avtotor". By the way, other models are also produced here. german mark: BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, X3 and X5. You can't just walk past this. German crossover. The car was made similar to the previous model. Both cars are very similar to each other, and some fans call them competitors. This generation, like the previous one, has excellent handling. The car fits perfectly into the turns and behaves calmly on the road. And if the predecessor had some shortcomings and defects, the second-generation BMW X1 is devoid of all these shortcomings.

Characteristics of the BMW X1

This "German" is built on a different platform - UKL. The all-wheel drive crossover has led to the fact that some indicators of the car have become less. The dimensions of the new BMW X1 are now: 4439 mm × 1821 mm × 1598 mm. Wheelbase the car has also changed - 2670 millimeters. Where the BMW X1 is produced, they know how these indicators affect the choice of buyers. Although the car became a little smaller, this did not affect its reliability and quality in any way. The ground clearance of the new German crossover is 183 millimeters. V the lineup auto, this upgraded unit fits perfectly. The manufacturer installed a large radiator grille, a solid bumper with considerable air intakes and a round foglight on the car.

Buyers can choose a car with 17, 18 or 19-inch wheels. Overall optics and LED "stuffing" give this car masculinity and sportiness. The manufacturer offers a crossover in ten different shades of metallic. The car has become smaller in size, but inside, on the contrary, it is now quite comfortable and cozy. The front seats have become 36 millimeters higher, and the rear ones by as much as 64 millimeters. Now the rear passengers will have more legroom. The normal state of the trunk is 505 liters, with the seats folded down, the volume is 1550 liters.

The quality of finishing materials here is excellent. The salon looks expensive and luxurious. The engine range of the crossover is very rich. The Germans offer customers a car with two options for gasoline and three diesel units. The volume of engines for all units is 2.0 liters, but the power is different. It could be:

• 192 hp engine (280 Nm)
• 231-horsepower unit (350 Nm)
• 150 hp diesel (330 Nm)
• 190 hp diesel (400 Nm)
• 231-horsepower diesel (450 Nm).

Also, depending on the configuration and power plant, the crossover consumes a different amount of fuel. The average figure is from 4.5 to 6.5 liters. Where the BMW X1 is produced, they tried to make the car economical in terms of fuel consumption.

Crossover Disadvantages

It is known, no matter how ideal this or that vehicle, it will have its pros and cons. Of course, the BMW X1 has more advantages than disadvantages, but still, there are misses. The cost of the "German" is quite high, as for a car of this class. The basic version will cost the buyer 1,990,000 rubles. Agree, not many people can afford such a car. But, this is not the most important thing. Surprising is the fact that in a car with such a price there is no spare tire. For operation on our roads, the absence of a spare wheel is unacceptable.

Another defect is a huge tunnel at the feet of the rear passenger. Every time someone climbs over it, they will definitely get it dirty, since there is not even a rug on it. Also, there is not enough space in the cabin to store the necessary things. You won't even be able to put A4 documents in the glove compartment. It seems like a trifle, but still. When it's wet and muddy outside, the entire rear window and the back of the crossover will be dirty after another ride. And finally, the leather interior.

Maybe for some this is not a drawback, but I think many will agree with me that even the highest quality genuine leather cannot be compared with a pleasant natural fabric. Especially in summer, it is not very pleasant to stick and bathe even in a beautiful leather chair. It doesn’t matter where the BMW X1 is assembled in 2017, in our country or in Germany, the quality of the car is almost identical.

The claims to the brakes of the X1 are at a minimum. Perhaps, only the ABS unit can “buy” when the niche in which it is installed is clogged and start to fail, but no more serious problems are expected. Not very cheap pad sensors are not a problem, just change the pads in advance. Brake discs are not too expensive, and pads cost a penny. The resource of discs is usually two or three pad replacements, and the pads run 20-30 thousand kilometers - a quite reasonable resource by modern standards, although high-quality non-original discs can last a little more, especially if you choose "soft" pads. Brake system very sensitive to quality brake fluid, it is recommended not to forget about the replacement intervals.

The suspension here is also without surprises. The most rapidly wearing elements during active movement are ball joints front and lower hydraulic support front arm: their resource is about 40-80 thousand kilometers for original parts. Moreover, the hydraulic support is often incorrectly diagnosed even in a specialized service, and steering vibrations are attributed to problems with tires or the brake system.

Engines and power

2.0 l, 116-245 l. With.

Of the small "surprises" - the lack of sale of stabilizer liners roll stability, only the assembly is supposed to be replaced. In practice, the owners, of course, put rubber bands from E91.

The only nuance is that the "native" elastic bands are glued, therefore, when replacing new ones, it is also recommended to stick them to the stabilizer to save the resource. The area where the fasteners are located is heavily polluted, and if this is not done, the resource of the parts will be offensively small - about 10-20 thousand kilometers.

Behind everything is quite reliable, the main thing is not to forget to monitor the condition of the silent blocks of the subframe on powerful versions. Otherwise, the outer hinges of the bearing arm and diagonal "links" with two silent blocks are the first to predictably fail. With them, you can count on 70-100 thousand resources for good roads- the rest of the elements are also highly dependent on driving style and load.

And, by the way, about the tires: like on many other Bavarian cars, there is no room for rolling, since the X1 is regularly equipped with RunFlat tires. But their profile is higher than on cars- makes the tire noticeably stiffer.

front/rear cost brake pads

Price for original:

5 571 / 3 806 rubles

Many note that when switching to "regular" rubber, the car becomes much more comfortable, and at the same time less demanding on the condition of the suspension. So regular tires X1 pleases not only with good handling, but also with increased requirements for the condition of shock absorbers and suspension mounts, as well as the condition of all hinges, silent blocks and supports.

The steering here is conventional, with a hydraulic rack and an optional Servotronic module. But the rail, unfortunately, is leaking. The problem is weak seals and rod corrosion. However, the bulkhead has been mastered, and a thorough check of the rail is recommended when buying and at each MOT. So, if the fluid in the power steering reservoir still decreases, the repair price will be from 15 thousand rubles.

Transmission

The first serious surprises lie in wait for potential X1 buyers right here. No, there are no problems with manual transmissions, and gears and electric motors still die in transfer cases - this is not a surprise. And the automatic transmission here has long been known. With engines of the N52 series of early releases, automatic transmissions GM 6L45R, six-speed, are most often found. Later production cars usually have a ZF 6HP19 automatic transmission. The same automatic transmission is often found in combination with atmospheric engines of the N46B20 series, from 2011 to 2015, but GM automatic transmissions were also installed on some cars. Since 2009, almost all diesel cars and cars with engines of the N20B20 series have been equipped with the new ZF 8HP45Z eight-speed automatic transmission.

The GM transmission of this series is very reliable, because it is designed for large trucks and digests torque up to 450 Nm. The design flaws of the predecessors in the face of the 5L40 have almost disappeared - the lobe pump has been improved, the materials and shape of the rotor have been changed, the gas turbine engine has become more reliable, and its blocking is significantly more resourceful and pollutes the oil less. At timely replacement liquid box goes long enough.

It often gets into repairs in the winter due to a “childish” problem - the gear selection rod freezes. With runs over 150 thousand, intermediate repairs are often required with the replacement of linear solenoids. If you drive with jerks, then not the mechanics, but the electronics may break - the automatic transmission control unit assembly with solenoids. GDT repair most often happens with runs over 200-250 thousand, but in the case of a “sporty” driving style, the resource can be half as much.

The mechanical part mainly suffers from dirty oil - problems start with slow shifting 2-3 and reverse gear, then - shocks when all gears are turned on, which will already require expensive repairs. In general, this gearbox is a very successful design, although it lags behind the ZF automatic transmission in terms of driving characteristics.

ZF six-steppers have long been known to all services. The first experience of introducing electronics into the automatic transmission itself with the formation of “mechatronics” was to some extent brilliant. The transition to more economical hydraulic circuits and improved kinematics was also a breakthrough. But the owners remember the excellent dynamics and the very expensive and frequent repairs of these transmissions.

Runs of 200 thousand kilometers are the limit, while repairs are extremely voluminous and expensive. On boxes of those series that were installed on X1, most often breakdowns are associated with failures of the “mechatronics”, but in this case it does not change entirely. In most cases, the matter is limited to cleaning and replacing the separator plate and monitoring the operation of loaded solenoids. The resource problems of this series of automatic transmissions begin after 150 thousand kilometers: first of all, it needs to replace the gas turbine engine blocking linings, and if the oil has not been changed or changed rarely, then all the bushings have to be replaced and the oil pump repaired. For those who like to “press down the sneaker”, each time the resource of the gas turbine engine drops to hundreds of thousands, but even with very quiet ride linings are unlikely to stretch up to 200-250 - the box quite actively uses the possibility of partial blocking even with calm movement.

The eight-speed automatic transmission 8HP45Z is famous for its resource dependence on driving style, as well as excellent driving capabilities. electronic diagnostics her condition. For details, you can refer to the material on the "five". Generally speaking, the resource has fallen a little more, but the number of serious “mechatronics” failures in this series of boxes is less, and it better tolerates harsh conditions and overheating. True, it is also more expensive to repair than its six-speed predecessors.

Actually, the automatic transmission resource of modern BMWs is not a surprise, as is the price of repairs. Surprises begin with the front gearbox, which, for all its light load, often turns out to be without oil and with damaged bearings. However, howling when releasing gas can also be caused by problems transfer box. With the younger series of engines, a too weak transfer case of the ATC35L series was installed, which corny does not withstand off-road "exploits". The stronger ATC350 holds up noticeably better - it is also put in place of the “youngest” in case the latter fails.

Yes and rear gear on versions 28iX and 25dX tends to "come off to the fullest." If you miss the moment of separation of one or even two silent blocks of fastening, then you can "get" to replace the drive shaft assemblies.

Fortunately, there is nothing more to break here. Unless the resource of anthers SHRUS in front is small: it is recommended to change them every 50 thousand kilometers. They, as a rule, begin to "sweat" in the summer, and in winter the loss of tightness can be missed, and then the hinge itself will have to be changed.

Motors

N46 radiator cost

Price for original:

20 369 rubles

Most of the machines are equipped atmospheric engines N46B20 series and diesel N47B20. Of the common difficulties, there is a very dense layout of radiators, and on supercharged engines, the intercooler shape is also not very successful - it is very difficult to flush it. But we'll start with the more popular X1 diesel engine.

Diesels of the N47 series are good for everyone - traction, power and efficiency. Everything, except for a good chance to ruin the owner and the characteristic timing noise that is clearly audible in the cabin. Motors until 2011 have a frankly small resource of the timing chain, which is located here on the flywheel side. Of course, the price of replacing it is extremely high, since the procedure includes removing the engine. Well, shutters intake manifold, tending to get into the cylinders over time, and capricious piezo injectors complete the picture.

If the chains were changed under warranty, then you can count on a resource of about 250 thousand kilometers before the bulkhead, but some of the cars did not get into the recall campaign, and the owners consider the timing chain to be “eternal”, so there are still chances to buy a problematic copy. Usually, in such machines, the timing breaks off at runs from 80 thousand, but the upper limit fluctuates greatly. Some cars could pass warranty repair until 2011, with replacement crankshaft and chains to the “intermediate”, but also an unsuccessful option - in this case, there is still a chance for the timing chains to slip and the oil pump circuit to break, but with slightly higher mileage than the original version.

The resource of piezo injectors is limited to approximately 150-200 thousand kilometers, and they can cause a lot of trouble. In the event of a leak, which is typical for them, either a water hammer or burnout of the piston can occur. Therefore, it is recommended to check the nozzles for the presence of series in the recall campaign. Against the backdrop of these difficulties, little things like current heat exchangers, the presence of options without a heater, “buggy” EGR and clogging particulate filter- is just nonsense. Otherwise, the motor is very good - if it was taken care of and the oil was changed on time, then it is quite capable of pleasing the owner of such a car.

But the petrol N46 is unlikely to please. Many people think that a two-liter naturally aspirated engine is much simpler than diesels and turbocharged N20s. Apparently, because there are so many cars with him. But in practice, this is a set of absurdities hung on a two-liter "aspirated".

Complicated throttleless inlet, high thermostatting temperature, adjustable oil pump - all this reduces reliability and increases the cost of servicing a banal "four" to a disproportionate value for its performance. In addition, the motor is famous for its banal oil burner. And let the fans of the brand say that this is good, since the oil is constantly updated, but this is precisely the result of coking of the piston group due to an unsuccessful drain of oil from the groove oil scraper ring, its unfortunate shape, low top and thin compression rings. Completing the picture is an electronic oil level sensor, which sometimes fails, as a result of which the engine is sent to the trash quickly and easily.

The resource of the timing chain is about 150 thousand kilometers, the Valvetronic mechanism can withstand the same amount with regular oil. In principle, everything can be put in order: replace the piston group with a modernized one, change the timing, clean and sort out the engine ... But most of the owners of such machines simply add oil. Therefore, it is recommended for purchase only if you carefully read this paragraph, and all of the above does not bother you. In any other case, it is better to take either the time-tested "six" N52B30, the most successful of its series. Its problems are roughly similar to the N46 series, but are stretched out in time by two to two and a half times. Another alternative is N20 gasoline, completely new motor supercharged. Of the advantages of the notorious "atmospheric" - perhaps the relative simplicity and maintainability: there are repair dimensions, and spare parts, and methods for restoring all nodes. And finding a contract unit is not a problem.

BMW X1 E84
Fuel consumption per 100 km

N20B20 in two forcing options - the motor is significantly newer and in terms of characteristics it is not equal to the old N46. True, the price of restoring such an advanced engine - an all-aluminum one, with a “cunning” piston group geometry, an adjustable oil pump, a cooling system, direct injection and turbocharging - is several times higher, and the piston group resource with a slight boost is equal to the timing resource on the N46. However, while cars with it are noticeably fresher, better serviced and have noticeably fewer minor problems. And yes, they run much better.

Of the "special" troubles - the leakage of the electric pump of the cooling system: it is the main and only one here, its price is quite high, and there are no cheap substitutes. There are still leaks in the oil cup: until 2014 it was plastic, and the baffle inside could not withstand the pressure of the oil. In this regard, it is strongly recommended (if this has not been done yet under warranty) to replace it with a glass number 11 42 7 548 032 with a heat exchanger number 11 42 7 525 333 - these are already all-aluminum parts.

The timing resource during active movement is less than 100 thousand kilometers, and the signs of the death of the oil pump drive chain among those who like to “burn” on a cold engine are also observed with runs of less than 70. Unfortunately, the motor was replaced with a more new series without waiting for debugging. In addition to these troubles, there is always a small chance for piston scuffing, and the control electronics podsbait regularly. Options with different power differ piston group, and chipovka significantly reduces the engine life due to an increase in the tendency to detonation and poor-quality tuning. But on the other hand, a power of the order of 350 or more forces is quite achievable.

Summary

As you can see, the X1 is a good car. Too simple in appearance by modern standards of the brand, but nevertheless fits well into the niche allotted to it. It is deliberately uncomplicated in many ways - which is good, because it reduces the cost of maintenance, and as for driving pleasure, then there is enough of it, because the chassis is not badly tuned.

The best option in terms of mechanics is most likely a car with a straight-six and a GM automatic under the hood, but a diesel engine with a replaced timing, fresh injectors and no additional problems will easily compete with it in terms of dynamics, and in terms of fuel consumption and general practicality will be noticeably ahead. With low mileage, you can take a chance and take a car with a turbocharged gasoline engine: it is really good, and in combination with an eight-speed automatic transmission, it shows miracles of dynamics and economy. It is also recommended to all fans of serious tuning.

Your voice

Passed under the code E84, at first glance it was difficult to identify as compact crossovers: the squat and elongated silhouette was more like a raised station wagon. The new car, which received the code name F48, leaves no room for discrepancies. It is not built on the platform of the 3 Series, like its predecessor, - its donor was the 2 Series Active Tourer. As a result of violating all the canons, the X1 has noticeably reduced overall length and base, while the height, on the contrary, has increased. Here is such an unexpected reprimand. And now there is no doubt about the class affiliation of the car.

The more elegant headlamps are reminiscent of the 1 Series lighting fixtures, while radiator screen practically destroys front bumper, no longer being part of it. Lanterns are narrowed and devoid of sharp corners. In general, outwardly the car looks both more solid and more aggressive, which can be considered its undoubted advantage.

The dimensions of the new generation car (changes compared to its predecessor are given in brackets).

Interior, seating comfort and capacity

Understanding the details of the design of the front panel of the "Bavarians" is a thankless task, since the corporate identity of all models is maintained perfectly. Of course, there are differences, but they are difficult to see even for a specialist. Still, it is worth noting a few changes compared to the E84 generation. First of all, on the dashboard between the dials of the speedometer and tachometer, the display rectangle disappeared on-board computer. The multimedia system monitor - basic 6.5-inch or optional 8.8-inch - got out of the niche of the front panel and perched on top of the dashboard. The control panels for "music" and climate control have changed places. By the way, both of them look much more elegant. The shape of the air ducts of the heating system, the location of the engine start button, the organization of the space around the gear selector and a bunch of other little things have also been updated, which has a beneficial effect on the aesthetics of the design. driver's seat, and on its ergonomics.

The cardinal reduction in length, including the base, did not affect the spaciousness of the cabin. For the legs of the rear row passengers, the designers generally managed to carve out an additional 37 mm. Even characters of considerable height can comfortably sit on the sofa, without risking rubbing their knees against the back of the seat in front of them. Yes, and at shoulder level, the interior at the rear has expanded - a little, of course, but for small cars, literally every millimeter counts there.

The trunk has become much larger: the minimum volume has increased by 85 liters, and with the seats folded down - by 200 liters. There is no miracle here: the height of the car has grown, and the length of the hood has decreased, because the engine is now located transversely.

Dynamics and economy

Smallness upsets the basic front-wheel drive, inherited by the car along with the platform from Active Tourer. At the same time, I am glad that the fashion for three-cylinder engines, which have already settled under the hood of the 1st series, has not yet reached the X-First, at least not yet. If the machines of the first generation had a 150-horsepower unit as a starting point, now the countdown starts from 192-horsepower. He is 8 liters. With. more powerful than its predecessor, and its torque is 10 Nm higher. At the same time, the engine saves 0.4 liters on the highway and 1.4 liters in the city. next engine- new to compact crossover. At 231 hp and 315 Nm, it requires about the same amount of fuel as a less powerful counterpart.

There are still two diesels, but both have added power - 6 and 13 liters. With. respectively. Without exception, all versions are equipped automatic boxes gears.

Budget

The prices of the E84 generation started at 1,810,000 rubles, but now you will have to pay at least 1,960,000 for a car. But it must be borne in mind that the base version is now not the 18i version, but the more powerful 20i. In addition, it is much better equipped: in the list standard equipment there are hill start assist systems, start-stop, electromechanical parking brake, parking assistant, LED headlights and parking sensors. If we compare, say, the all-wheel drive versions of the 20i in both generations, it turns out that the old one cost 2,006,000 rubles, and the new one costs 2,100,000 rubles. That is, the rise in price is still observed, albeit insignificant. The cheapest diesel car was offered for 2,001,000 rubles with "mechanics" and 2,028,000 with "automatic". Now the price tag starts from 2,200,000 rubles, and this is already a difference of 10 percent.

Safety

EuroNCAP tested the first generation restyled car in 2012, and it received five stars. The new X1 has not yet been tested for safety, but it is unlikely to be inferior to its predecessor. Newly developed system all-wheel drive xDrive delivers exceptional efficiency by flexibly distributing power between the front and rear wheels depending on traffic conditions in any weather. Levers front and rear suspension made from high strength steel. The optional Driving Assistant includes Lane Departure Warning, High Beam Assist, Collision Warning and automatic braking in urban areas, a speed limit indicator indicating no overtaking zones and much more.