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young for the X-series - BMW X1

Cornelia Fulk

The new crossover BMW intends to get involved in October 2009 increased in the segment of compact SUVs

modernity, agility, versatility and premium quality in the design of concept study clearly stated . The production version of the X1 will be based on the technique of the 1 Series and will be equipped with four-wheel drive of the BMW 3ers. At the IAA 2009, the younger brother of the BMW X3 its world premiere in October next year and roll into showrooms by the German BMW dealer. The BMW Concept X1 offers room for spontaneous mobility in many different expression that responds to the circumstances of a modern and active target group.

a taste of the design of the smallest BMW X model in the program is to provide advance the concept presented in Paris study. The striking front view brings the robust and powerful character of the vehicle by the width of emphasis expressed. A color-contrasting underrun protection element further underscores the wide track.

The BMW Concept X1 offers brand typically above cut dual round headlights with a white-colored horizontal cover at the top. The positioning of the headlights and fog lamps shall be the three-eye face of other BMW X models.

The silhouette of this compact five-door model has stretched striking. The result is a sporty, agile design. Additionally provides the sloping tailgate of the vehicle, for a coupe-like appearance. The color-contrasting underrun protection elements, a silver roof rails and the distinctive rear end with its L-shaped taillights round out the sporty and powerful performance of the X1.

The BMW Concept X1 is to 19-inch light-alloy wheels in an innovative 10-spoke design. The newly designed, two-tone wheels embody urban sportiness and agility in a strikingly elegant form. With an exterior length of 4.46 meters, the study as compared to the 1st about 22 inches longer, but only about eleven inches shorter than an X3.

A special highlight is the new paint in the eye, which underlines its innovative, modern yet sophisticated character. The newly designed tone Meridian Gold Metallic highlights the dynamic youthful appearance of the concept car.

Technical details, BMW has not yet been betrayed. However, likely under the hood of the X1 are all known engines. The X1 should probably get the units of the 1-series he used: the more powerful four-and six-cylinder engine with a power range of 170-306 hp.