Strengths
- Last RWD X1
- Inline-six sDrive35i
- xDrive AWD
Weaknesses
- N47 timing chain
- Run-flat tyres
- Cabin shows age
Notable tech
- E84 platform (3 Series E90 sibling)
- RWD with xDrive optional
- N20/N52/N55 petrol, N47 diesel
Common issues
- N47 timing chain
- xDrive transfer case
- Run-flat tyres
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across E84's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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sDrive18i 2.0
BHP150
Torque200 Nm
0–609.4 s
Top124 mph
MPG (US)33 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox6MT / Steptronic
xDrive20i 2.0
BHP184
Torque270 Nm
0–607.8 s
Top136 mph
MPG (US)30 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6MT / 8AT
xDrive28i 2.0
BHP245
Torque350 Nm
0–606.1 s
Top149 mph
MPG (US)28 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT
xDrive35i 3.0 inline-6
BHP306
Torque400 Nm
0–605.7 s
Top149 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT
sDrive18d / xDrive18d 2.0
BHP143
Torque320 Nm
0–609.6 s
Top124 mph
MPG (US)45 mpg
DriveRWD / AWD
Gearbox6MT / 8AT
sDrive20d / xDrive20d 2.0
BHP184
Torque380 Nm
0–607.8 s
Top136 mph
MPG (US)45 mpg
DriveRWD / AWD
Gearbox6MT / 8AT
xDrive25d 2.0 twin-turbo
BHP218
Torque450 Nm
0–606.6 s
Top143 mph
MPG (US)42 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT