Verdict
The RM15,000 gap buys the U11 17 hp and 30 Nm more, a 476-litre boot and active safety including autonomous braking, but its 7.2 L/100 km rating and 45-litre tank lose to the E84 LCI’s 6.7 L/100 km and 63 litres. Acceleration is essentially tied at 7.6 versus 7.7 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer, the newer U11 is the better-equipped choice; the E84 LCI counters with rear-wheel drive, a five-year warranty and five years/100,000 km of free scheduled maintenance.
Pick the BMW X1 E84 LCI if you want rear-wheel drive, lower rated fuel use and the longer standard warranty.
Pick the BMW X1 U11 if you want more power, more boot space and modern driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Power and torque: E84 LCI has 184 hp and 270 Nm; U11 has 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: E84 LCI takes 7.7 seconds; U11 takes 7.6 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: E84 LCI is rated at 6.7 L/100 km; U11 is rated at 7.2 L/100 km.
- Fuel tank: E84 LCI carries 63 litres; U11 carries 45 litres.
- Boot space: E84 LCI has 420 litres; U11 has 476 litres.
- Standard manufacturer warranty: E84 LCI has five years; U11 has two years, plus a three-year extended warranty.
E84 LCI
- Rear-wheel drive with an eight-speed ZF automatic
- Lower 6.7 L/100 km rated consumption and 63-litre tank
- Five-year warranty and five years/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance
- Less output at 184 hp and 270 Nm versus 201 hp and 300 Nm
- Smaller 420-litre boot versus 476 litres
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking, reverse camera or parking assistant
U11
- 201 hp and 300 Nm, with a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 476-litre boot, rear air vents and four USB-C ports
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot information system and parking assistant
- Higher 7.2 L/100 km rated consumption versus 6.7 L/100 km
- Smaller 45-litre fuel tank versus 63 litres
- Two-year standard manufacturer warranty versus five years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM237,800✓ | RM252,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11.1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic | Steptronic Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Getrag |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.7 L/100 km✓ | 7.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 236 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 157 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,464 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,798 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,642 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,585 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 476 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" V Spoke Style 318 Alloy | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 17" V Spoke Style 318 Alloy | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Front, front-side, rear |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED light bar with normal bulb brake light | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Manual recline, 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear | 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, 8.8" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 5 Speaker System | 10.7" BMW Operating System 8 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Parking Assistant |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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E84 LCI vs U11 FAQ
Is the BMW X1 E84 LCI or BMW X1 U11 better?
The BMW X1 U11 is the better-equipped choice, with 201 hp, a 476-litre boot, autonomous braking and a reverse camera. Choose the E84 LCI instead for rear-wheel drive, lower rated fuel use and its five-year standard warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X1 U11 costs RM15,000 more than the BMW X1 E84 LCI.
Which BMW X1 has the better safety equipment?
Both have a five-star Euro NCAP rating, but the U11 has the stronger assistance kit: autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot information, seatbelt reminders for all seats and a reverse camera. The E84 LCI lacks these listed systems.