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2022 third-gen BMW X1 spotted at Nürburgring
2022 third-gen BMW X1 spotted at Nürburgring-July 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:29:56

2022 third-gen BMW X1 spotted at Nürburgring

Bavarian carmaker BMW has been testing its upcoming third-generation X1 for the past couple of years. Recently, the camouflaged SUV was spied lapping the renowned Nurburgring racetrack in Deutschland. It is believed that BMW will unveil the X1 by the end of this year, shortly followed by the debut of the first-ever all-electric iX1.

BMW X1 Front View

A generation update was long overdue for the X1 as BMW had introduced the current-gen model in 2015, with its mid-life facelift unveiled in mid-2019. Speaking of generation update, the carmaker is said to utilise an upgraded version of its UKL platform for the new X1.

BMW X1 Left Front Three Quarter

If the spy photographs are to go by, the model appears to be a standard X1 and not an M performance version. Similarly, the headlights and rear lights hint that this is a near-production-ready model. Besides this, it also features a new and slightly larger radiator grille. What’s surprising is that the camouflaged X1 model, by the look of things, has a set of pull-up door handles instead of the commonly found pull-out unit.

BMW X1 Left Side View

Going forward, the Bavarian SUV is likely to feature overhauled interior, especially a newly designed fascia with a single-piece curve dual-display setup identical to the iX’s unit. A recently leaked picture of the X1’s interior also suggests that it will get a newly designed centre console, uncluttered fascia, and a restyled steering wheel.

BMW X1 Left Rear Three Quarter

There is very little or rather no information available about powertrain options. Rumours have it that the new X1 will get a slew of mild-hybrid petrol and diesel engines alongside a plug-in hybrid version. Having said that, BMW is reportedly developing a souped-up M35i version of the SUV. In fact, this M performance model has been spotted with quad-exhaust tips.

BMW X1 Rear View

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