<P> The BMW X1 is a line of subcompact luxury SUV's produced by BMW since 2009 . </P> <P> The E84 X1 is the first generation model and was originally presented as the BMW Concept X1 at the Paris Motor Show in 2008 . It is based on the same platform as the E91 3 Series Touring, and features similar dimensions including the same 2,760 mm (109 in) wheelbase . It was not introduced to the United States until 2012 . In 2013, the E84 X1 underwent a facelift, featuring restyled exterior and interior design elements, as well as the integration of BMW EfficientDynamics on all models . The original X1 sold 820,529 units . </P> <P> The F48 X1 is the second and current generation model . It is built upon the front - wheel drive based UKL2 platform, and is available in long - wheelbase and long - wheelbase hybrid variants in China . The range consists of turbocharged 3 - cylinder and 4 - cylinder petrol and diesel engines . Base models are front - wheel drive (branded as sDrive), with all - wheel drive (xDrive) available as an option and is standard for some higher end models . </P> <P> The following are the production and sales figures for BMW X1 models: </P>

Bmw x1 sdrive front or rear wheel drive