Verdict
At RM204,140, the F48 LCI is the lower-cost route into an X1 and keeps useful advantages for Malaysia: a 505-litre boot, 51-litre tank, 6.3 L/100 km rating and RM120 annual road tax. The U11 costs RM48,660 more, with RM439 road tax, but its 201 hp and 300 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time from 9.6 to 7.6 seconds. It also brings adaptive LED headlamps, blind-spot information and a 10.7-inch OS 8 display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The F48 remains the sensible used-buy proposition; the U11 is the properly quicker, better-equipped new one.
Pick the BMW X1 F48 LCI if you want lower purchase and road-tax costs, a 505-litre boot and a 6.3 L/100 km fuel rating.
Pick the BMW X1 U11 if you will pay more for 201 hp, 300 Nm, a 7.6-second sprint and newer safety and infotainment hardware.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X1 F48 LCI RM204,140; BMW X1 U11 RM252,800.
- Power and torque: BMW X1 F48 LCI 138 hp and 220 Nm; BMW X1 U11 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X1 F48 LCI 9.6 seconds; BMW X1 U11 7.6 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: BMW X1 F48 LCI 6.3 L/100 km; BMW X1 U11 7.2 L/100 km.
- Boot and fuel tank: BMW X1 F48 LCI 505 litres and 51 litres; BMW X1 U11 476 litres and 45 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW X1 F48 LCI RM120; BMW X1 U11 RM439.
F48 LCI
- RM48,660 cheaper to buy
- 505-litre boot and 51-litre fuel tank
- Lower 6.3 L/100 km rating and RM120 road tax
- 138 hp and 220 Nm versus the U11's 201 hp and 300 Nm
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is two seconds slower
- No blind-spot information or adaptive LED headlamps
U11
- 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Adaptive LED headlamps and blind-spot information
- 10.7-inch OS 8 display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Costs RM48,660 more and carries RM439 annual road tax
- 476-litre boot and 45-litre tank are smaller than the F48 LCI's
- No driver's-seat memory function
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM204,140✓ | RM252,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11.1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed Steptronic Sport Double Clutch Transmission | Steptronic Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Getrag |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.3 L/100 km✓ | 7.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 236 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 144 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,439 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,821 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Height | 1,598 mm | 1,642 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,505 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 505 litres✓ | 476 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T001 Run-flat | 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 560 Alloy | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 17" V-spoke Style 560 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 — Tested with AEB | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Front, front-side, rear |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| 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 | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Flat Tyre Indicator, Attentiveness Assistant | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | 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 | 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C | 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 | BMW Navigation System with 8.8" Touchscreen, iDrive Controller and 6 Speakers | 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 | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control with Brake Function | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, for Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Parking Assistant |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 5 years |
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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F48 LCI vs U11 FAQ
Is the BMW X1 F48 LCI or BMW X1 U11 better?
The U11 is better if budget permits, with 201 hp, 300 Nm, a 7.6-second sprint, blind-spot information and adaptive LED headlamps. Choose the F48 LCI for lower costs, a larger boot and better rated fuel economy.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X1 U11 costs RM48,660 more than the BMW X1 F48 LCI. Its annual road tax is also RM319 higher, at RM439 versus RM120.
Which X1 is more practical for luggage?
The F48 LCI is more useful for luggage and fuel capacity, with a 505-litre boot and 51-litre tank. The U11 has a 476-litre boot and a 45-litre tank.