Munich. The BMW Group is consistently driving its
electrification strategy forward and presents a further plug-in hybrid
model for an especially popular and dynamically growing vehicle
category. In the new BMW X1 xDrive25e, the intelligently controlled
interaction between a fuel combustion engine and an electric motor as
well as locally emissions-free travel can now be experienced in the
Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) premium segment. A highly efficient
electric drive and a latest-generation lithium-ion battery enable an
electrically powered range of up to 57 kilometres*. With an average
fuel consumption from 2.0 litres per 100 kilometres* and
CO2 emissions from 43 grams per kilometre*, the new BMW X1
xDrive25e sets a benchmark within its competitive field. Its combined
power consumption is from 13.5 kWh per 100 kilometres*. The hybrid
specific all-wheel drive with its fast and precise distribution of
power between the front and rear wheels delivers a high level of
driving pleasure and thrilling agility.
The plug-in hybrid system of the new BMW X1 xDrive 25e consists of a
1.5 litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology
and an electric drive specially developed for this model. It is taken
from the eDrive technology modular system of the BMW Group. The petrol
engines mobilises a peak output of 92 kW/125 hp and a maximum torque
of 220 Newton metres. It transfers its power to a 6-speed Steptronic
transmission and drives the front wheels. The electric motor generates
an output of 70 kW/95 hp and delivers 165 Nm of torque to the rear
wheels via a single-speed transmission. This makes for a hybrid
specific all-wheel drive, which gives the BMW X1 xDrive25e a unique
level of agility in its competitive field delivering hallmark SAV
driving pleasure. The highly responsive power delivery of the electric
motor, which delivers its full torque spontaneously from standstill
enables the driver to react extremely quickly to changing driving
conditions. In addition the position of the electric motor above the
rear axle contributes to the harmoniously balanced axle load
distribution of the new BMW X1 xDrive25e. In conjunction with the
intelligently controlled interaction between the two power units, it
provides maximum driving stability, ride comfort and dynamic response.
Together the combustion engine and electric motor produce a system
output of 162 kW/220 hp. The maximum system torque of both drive units
is 385 Nm. The new BMW X1 xDrive25e accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in
7.0 seconds. In addition, the electric boost provided by the drive
system ensures additional safety reserves and intense sporty flair
when overtaking on country roads, for example. The top speed of the
plug-in hybrid model is 192 km/h.
With the very latest battery cell technology the new BMW X1 xDrive25e
possesses generous reserves of electrical energy enabling the driver
to conduct the main share of everyday travel locally emissions-free
with the electric motor alone. The latest-generation lithium-ion
battery has a gross energy content of 9.7 kWh. This allows for an
electrically powered range of up to 57 kilometres* in the BMW X1
xDrive25e. The high-voltage battery can be charged at conventional
household sockets using the standard-equipment charging cable. The
battery can be fully charged in around five hours in this way. Using a
BMW i Wallbox, the relevant charging operation takes less than 3.6
hours. The charging socket is located under a separate flap on the
front left side wall of the car.
The driver can use the eDrive button on the centre console to
influence the drive system’s operating mode. In the AUTO eDRIVE
standard setting, the intelligent drive system ensures optimum
interaction between the two power units in all driving situations.
Navigation data is also used to manage the plug-in hybrid system to
increase both efficiency as well as driving pleasure. When navigation
guidance is activated, the anticipatory energy management can also
take into account the route profile for controlling the drive system.
The MAX eDrive mode can be activated for maximum use of the electric
drive. In this mode, the new BMW X1 xDrive25e reaches a top speed of
135 km/h. In addition there is also the SAVE BATTERY mode. It enables
the driver to maintain the charging state of the high-voltage battery
while driving or to increase it by means of recuperation. In this way
battery capacity can be saved for later use when driving in purely
electric mode in the city for example. The driving experience switch
can be used independent of the drive mode. In the new BMW X1
xDrive25e, the driver can use this to activate the COMFORT, SPORT and
ECO PRO modes in order to influence the drive and suspension functions
as well as to operate the electrically powered comfort systems.
Due to is long electric range and its low CO2 emissions,
the new BMW X1 xDrive25e (depending on equipment) meets the criteria
which have been stipulated for the classification as an electric
vehicle in Germany and the associated preferential treatment in public
road traffic. In addition it also qualifies for reduced company car
taxation in Germany. Only half the gross list price is used as a basis
when calculating the monetary benefit from private use of the company car.
The new BMW X1 xDrive25e features acoustic pedestrian protection as
standard. When driving electrically at speeds of up to 30 km/h, an
unmistakeable sound designed specifically for electrified BMW models
is generated to alert other road users to the approaching car without
impairing the acoustic comfort of the vehicle occupants. In addition
the standard equipment of the compact SAV with plug-in hybrid drive
also includes 17 inch light alloy wheels, 2-zone automatic air
conditioning as well as auxiliary air conditioning. The interior can
be pre-conditioned remotely via BMW Connected using a smartphone. As
an alternative to the basic version, the new BMW X1 xDrive25e is
available as a Sport Line, xLine and M Sport model. In addition to the
respective equipment packages, virtually all options of the
conventionally powered BMW X1 are available for the plug-in hybrid model.
The positioning of the high-voltage battery underneath the rear seats
not only leads to a very low centre of gravity, which optimises the
agility of the BMW X1 xDrive25, but also to a slightly reduced
transport capacity compared to the conventionally powered compact SAV
model variants. The 450 litres luggage compartment volume is fully
available in primary use. With a standard split of 40: 20: 40, the
folding backrests enable this to be increased to 1,470 litres. A
trailer tow hitch with detachable ballhead is optionally available for
the new BMW X1 xDrive25e. The maximum trailer load is 750 kilograms.