BMW has launched the new X1 Long Wheelbase (LWB) in India, adding more cabin space, increased performance and new digital features to its entry-level luxury SUV. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the X1 LWB is available in a petrol variant and is priced at an introductory ₹49.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings are now open across BMW dealerships in India.
Alongside, the German carmaker has also revealed some key details of the all-electric BMW i5 LWB that’s slated to launch in the coming months. It’s the biggest car in its segment, at 5175mm long and has a wheelbase of 3105mm. It will be offered with a 81.6 kWh battery, with an impressive claimed range of up to 669 kilometres. As many as 99 units of a special First Edition of this car will be sold to enthusiastic buyers.
Coming back to the X1 LWB, the biggest change is the extended wheelbase, which has grown by 108mm to 2,800mm. At 4,616mm long, 2,104mm wide and 1,641mm tall, BMW says the X1 LWB is the longest car in its segment. The additional length has primarily benefited rear-seat occupants, who get 150mm more legroom and 109mm more kneeroom, while the rear seats can recline up to 28.5 degrees.
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The SUV also gets a 9-square-foot panoramic sunroof, claimed to be the largest in its segment. Boot space stands at 540 litres and can be expanded to 1,700 litres with the rear seats folded. Other cabin features include a Widescreen Curved Display running BMW Operating System 9, a 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and a wireless smartphone charger.
Power comes from a 1.5-litre BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine producing 156hp and 230Nm. It is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive, with BMW claiming a fuel efficiency figure of 15.5km/l.
The X1 LWB also gains features including Adaptive LED headlights, Digital Key Plus, Comfort Access 2.0, 360-degree camera assistance and a Reversing Assistant. The latter can remember the previous 50 metres and automatically retrace the same path while reversing.