GradeBMW X1 Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific BMW X1
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The BMW X1 earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B- for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 24th of 35 luxury vehicles we grade. Its engine (B-) and transmission (B-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 806 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
BMW X1 reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2019 and 2021
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the BMW X1 last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
BMW X1 vs. other luxury vehicles
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus RX | A | A | A |
| Lexus ES | A | A | A |
| Lexus GS | B+ | A | A |
| Lexus NX | A | A | A |
| Lexus IS | A | A | A |
| Lexus GX | A | A | A |
| Infiniti G37 | A | A- | A |
| BMW 5 Series | B | B+ | A- |
| Audi A4 | B+ | A | A- |
| Volvo XC60 | B+ | A | A- |
| BMW 3 Series | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | B- | A- | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | B+ | A- | B+ |
| Audi Q5 | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class | B+ | A- | B+ |
| Cadillac XT5 | B+ | B | B+ |
| Infiniti G35 | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Acura TL | A | C+ | B+ |
| BMW X3 | B- | B+ | B |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC | C+ | B+ | B |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE | B- | B | B |
| Acura RDX | B+ | B | B |
| Volvo XC90 | B- | A- | B |
| BMW X1 | B- | B- | B- |
| Porsche Cayenne | B | C+ | B- |
| Cadillac SRX | A | C+ | B- |
| Cadillac CTS | A- | D | B- |
| Audi A3 | C+ | C | C+ |
| Audi A6 | C- | B- | C+ |
| Audi Q7 | C- | B | C+ |
| BMW X5 | C | C | C |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA | C | B- | C |
| Land Rover Range Rover | C+ | C+ | C |
| Acura MDX | C+ | D | C- |
| Acura TLX | C- | D | D |
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Is the BMW X1 reliable?
Average reliability. The BMW X1 earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B- for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 24th of 35 luxury vehicles we grade. Its engine (B-) and transmission (B-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 806 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a BMW X1 last?
We estimate a well-maintained BMW X1 lasts around 160,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the BMW X1?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable BMW X1 model years are 2019 and 2021.
What BMW X1 years should I avoid?
No BMW X1 model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the BMW X1 transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the BMW X1 transmission a B- (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the BMW X1 engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the BMW X1 engine a B- (average reliability).