Verdict
The BMW X1 U11 is the clear performance-led successor: its 201 hp/300 Nm 2.0-litre four reaches 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, 2.0 seconds ahead of the F48 LCI’s 138 hp/220 Nm 1.5-litre triple. It is also 61 mm longer, 24 mm wider and 44 mm taller, with a 22 mm longer wheelbase. But it costs RM48,660 more and annual road tax rises from RM120 to RM439. The F48 LCI remains the rational Malaysian choice when its 505-litre boot and 6.3 L/100 km rating matter more than the U11’s extra pace, adaptive LEDs and blind-spot monitoring.
Pick the BMW X1 F48 LCI if lower running costs and its 505-litre boot matter more than outright performance.
Pick the BMW X1 U11 if you want 201 hp, a 7.6-second century sprint and newer safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X1 F48 LCI RM204,140; BMW X1 U11 RM252,800.
- Power and 0-100 km/h: F48 LCI 138 hp and 9.6 seconds; U11 201 hp and 7.6 seconds.
- Torque: F48 LCI 220 Nm at 1,480 rpm; U11 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- Rated fuel economy: F48 LCI 6.3 L/100 km; U11 7.2 L/100 km.
- Boot space: F48 LCI 505 litres; U11 476 litres.
- Annual road tax: F48 LCI RM120; U11 RM439.
F48 LCI
- RM48,660 cheaper to buy.
- 505-litre boot, 29 litres larger.
- Lower 6.3 L/100 km rated consumption and RM120 road tax.
- 138 hp and 220 Nm trail the U11 by 63 hp and 80 Nm.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.0 seconds slower.
- No blind-spot information system or adaptive LED projectors.
U11
- 201 hp and 300 Nm, with a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- Blind-spot information system and adaptive LED projectors.
- Larger 4,500 mm body and 2,692 mm wheelbase.
- RM48,660 higher purchase price.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 476-litre boot is 29 litres smaller, while rated consumption rises to 7.2 L/100 km.
| 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 at 4,600 rpm | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 220 Nm at 1,480 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (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 | — | 3 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 BMW X1 U11 is better for performance and newer driver-assistance hardware, with 201 hp, 300 Nm and blind-spot monitoring. The F48 LCI is the smarter cost-conscious choice, with lower road tax, better rated economy and a larger boot.
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.
Which X1 has the larger boot?
The BMW X1 F48 LCI has the larger boot at 505 litres, compared with 476 litres for the BMW X1 U11. That is a 29-litre advantage for the older model.
