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BMW X1 problems: all generations

We have documented 3 generations of the BMW X1: X1 E84 (2009–2015), X1 F48 (2015–2022) and X1 U11 (2022–today). The one with the best score is the BMW X1 F48 (7.1/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. BMW X1 E84

    2009–2015

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW N47, BMW N20, BMW N43/N46, ZF 8HP gearbox, BMW N52 / N53

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    5.5 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. BMW X1 F48

    2015–2022

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW B47, BMW B48 / B38, BMW B38 / B37

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    7.1 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  3. BMW X1 U11

    2022–today

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW B47, BMW B48 / B38, BMW B38 / B37

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.3 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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