Increased electric range and efficiency thanks to cutting-edge battery technology: the new BMW X1 xDrive25Le for the Chinese market.

Munich/Shenyang. At Auto Shanghai 2019, BMW
Brilliance Automotive presents the new edition of the BMW
X1 xDrive25Le. Thanks to cutting-edge battery technology, the compact
Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) developed exclusively for the Chinese
automotive market with extended wheelbase and plug-in drive now
achieves an electrically powered range of up to 110 kilometres*. The
efficiency of the new BMW X1 xDrive25Le has also been further
increased. Its combined fuel consumption is now some 72 per cent lower
than before. Hallmark driving pleasure is also ensured by the
hybrid-specific version of the intelligent all-wheel drive system BMW
xDrive as well as an extensive range of standard equipment to enhance
comfort and safety. The new BMW X1 xDrive25Le is produced at BMW
Brilliance Automotive’s Tiexi plant in Shenyang, China.

With its significant boost in range and efficiency, the further
developed plug-in hybrid model has everything it takes to continue its
success story on the Chinese automotive market. In 2018 the
BMW X1 xDrive25Le was China’s top-selling plug-in hybrid vehicle in
the premium SUV segment. The BMW X1 xDrive25Le was conceived of
especially to meet the needs and preferences of Chinese customers,
while in Europe the BMW 225xe Active Tourer (combined fuel
consumption: 1.9 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions:
43 g/km**) perfectly covers the segment of plug-in hybrid compact
models with its all-round qualities and high level of space functionality.

The diverse range of models consolidates the BMW Group’s position as
a pioneer and market leader in the field of electrically powered
automobiles. With a market share of more than 8 per cent, the company
leads the worldwide ranking of established premium providers of
vehicles that are purely electrically powered or run on plug-in hybrid
systems. In 2018 the BMW Group was the market leader in the premium
segment of electrified vehicles in both Germany and in China.

The company sold more than 140,000 plug-in hybrid and electrically
powered vehicles sold worldwide – an increase of 38.4 per cent as
compared to the prior year. As one of the four future-oriented ACES
areas of action (Autonomous, Connected, Electrified and
Services/Shared), electromobility is one of the key elements of the
BMW Group’s strategy NUMBER ONE NEXT. During the remainder of
2019 the range of BMW models with electrified drive will be expanded
to include the plug-in hybrid models of the new BMW 7 Series (combined
fuel consumption: 2.6 – 2.1 l/100 km; combined power consumption:
16.3 – 15.1 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions:
59 – 48 g/km**), the new BMW 330e Sedan (combined fuel consumption:
1.7 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 39 g/km**), the new
BMW X5 xDrive45e (combined fuel consumption: 2.1 l/100 km; combined
CO2 emissions: 49 g/km*) and the new BMW X3 xDrive30e
(combined fuel consumption: 2.4 l/100 km; combined CO2
emissions: 56 g/km**). In addition, the very latest battery cell
technology provides a boost in terms of range and efficiency for the
BMW 530e (combined fuel consumption: 1.7 l/100 km; combined
CO2 emissions: 38 g/km**) and the BMW 225xe Active Tourer.

State-of-the-art battery technology with a high level of
energy density.

The increase in range by 83 per cent as compared to the predecessor
model and the reduction in fuel consumption by 72 per cent to
1.3 litres per 100 kilometres* were made possible by the very latest
advances in the area of battery cell technology. The new
BMW X1 xDrive25Le features a lithium-ion high-voltage battery, with
battery cells produced exclusively based on specifications defined by
the BMW Group. The further increase in battery capacity was the result
of sound research and development work as well as close cooperation
with the battery cell manufacturer. In the new battery cells, the
ratio of nickel, cobalt and manganese in the anode material is
8 : 1 : 1. The expanded nickel share increases energy density, while
the reduction in the cobalt component means that less rare earth
material is required. Despite the fact that the design is still
compact, the weight of the battery – which is positioned at a very low
point in the vehicle floor – is only increased by 2.5 kilograms. Like
the vehicle as a whole, the high-voltage battery is manufactured at
the Shenyang site.

The plug-in hybrid system of the new BMW X1 xDrive25Le comprises a
1.5-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology
driving the front wheels, with an electric motor that delivers its
power to the rear wheels. Together they generate a system output of
170 kW/231 hp along with a maximum system torque of 382 Nm. Fitted
with a 6-speed Steptronic transmission, the BMW X1 xDrive25Le
accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds.

The progressive drive technology and versatile driving properties of
the new BMW X1 xDrive25Le are combined with exceptionally generous
interior space and particularly high-quality standard equipment. A
high degree of driving pleasure, safety, comfort and luxury are
ensured by such features as a large panorama roof, the BMW navigation
system with 10.25-inch touchscreen and natural voice recognition, LED
headlights and the Parking Assistant.

All figures
relating to driving performance, consumption, emissions and
range are provisional.

 

Fuel consumption, CO2 emission figures and power
consumption were measured using the methods required
according to Regulation VO (EC) 2007/715 as amended. The
figures are calculated using a vehicle fitted with basic
equipment in Germany, the ranges stated take into account
differences in selected wheel and tyre sizes as well as the
optional equipment. They may change during configuration.

*Fuel consumption figures are provisional, based on the EU
test cycle and may vary depending on the tyre format specified.

The figures marked * have already been calculated based on
the new WLTP test cycle and adapted to NEDC for comparison
purposes. In these vehicles, different figures than those
published here may apply for the assessment of taxes and
other vehicle-related duties which are (also) based on
CO2 emissions.

 

For further details of the official fuel consumption
figures and official specific CO2emissions of new
cars, please refer to the “Manual on fuel consumption,
CO2 emissions and power consumption of new
cars”, available at sales outlets, from Deutsche
Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760
Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at http://www.dat.de/angebote/verlagsprodukte/leitfaden-kraftstoffverbrauch.html.