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BMW X1 M35i
BMW · Cars · 2025
BMW X1 M35i (2025)
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⚠ 12 complaints
Status
Safe
Good track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size2.0L
Fuel TypePremium
Transmission8-speed automatic
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG26 MPG
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Price$57,195$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity2.0L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypePremiumRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission8-speed automaticAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2025 BMW X1 M35i is a safe and capable small sport utility vehicle. Delivering a robust 312 horsepower, this all-wheel-drive SUV offers a compelling blend of performance and practicality for your everyday journeys.

Pros
  • Safe vehicle status
  • No recalls on record
  • Strong 312 hp max power
  • All-wheel drive capability
Cons
  • 12 complaints on record
  • Requires premium fuel
Complaints12 total
BMW X1 2025 SERVICE BRAKES
low
My Vehicle started having grinding front brakes at about 12,000 miles. Front brake rotors have already grooves developing. I took it to Manhasset BMW service, my brakes were not checked properly, wheels not even removed to see if any calipers issue causing the grinding sounder pads wearing out prematurely. This is not normal wearing issue, it's a serious problem with brakes. Recently, BMW recalled for integrated brakes problem but BMW rep. told me that my vehicle has no recall on record. It's a 2025 BMW X1 AWD with 14,600 miles as of today. Brakes don't show grooves and hot spots from nothing, something is going on with my brakes and BMW refusing to check and service.
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
BMW X1 2025 ENGINE
low
AFTER BEING PARKED OUT I THE SUN, AT ABOUT NOON, STARTED CAR AND DROVE FROM PARING LOT CAR RESPNSE TO TROTLE INPUTS ERATTIC AND HARD TO JUDGE FOUND A PLACE TO SAFELY PARK, REBOOTED CAR COMPUTER, AND THEN WAS ALE TO DRIVE HOME (145 MILES) CRUISE CONTROLL DID NOT WORK. WHEN HOME, CALLED BMW, REQUESTED THEY REPAIR car so that it is safe to drive,. Thry have had car since then. Don't feel it safe to drive til BMW declairs it repaired.
NHTSAUSMay 2026Source →
BMW X1 2025 ENGINE
low
wHILE PARKING TOUCHED THROTTLE, CAR RAPIDLY ACCILERATED AND PLUNGED TRHOUGH REAR WALL OF GARAGED
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
BMW X1 2025 ENGINE
low
Today is 1/21/26. My car has had problems since 12/4/25 when I started getting drivetrain warning lights. After "call roadside assistance" prompts, it will start, but a drivetrain fault appears on the dash. Many faults have appeared at the dealer and I have it in writing that there is nothing more they can do. They escalated the issue to BMW with no resolution, to date. I have requested a buy-back and they no longer return my calls. In terms of safety, I'm not sure what could happen if the drivetrain fault light is on. On three separate occasions, it told me that the car was in danger of rolling over when I was on a flat surface. Another time, the car wouldn't go over 30 mph. This didn't feel safe! The dealer has reloaded software many times. Once they said I could pick it up and when I started it to drive home, the fault light appeared. They said other cars have come in for similar issues, but the software update has solved the problem. They said they have never seen anything like this before. As far as I know, other than the local dealer, all other BMW inspections have been done remotely. Documentation of what as happened every day is attached. I also have the back-and-forth correspondence with the dealer and with BMW North America if needed.
NHTSAUSDec 2025Source →
BMW X1 2025 POWER TRAIN
medium
Since November 2025, my 2025 BMW X1 has repeatedly lost propulsion while I was driving, typically after the dashboard screens suddenly crash and reboot. When this happens, the vehicle stops responding to the accelerator, displays the wrong gear, or requires me to shut it completely off in traffic before it will move again. The vehicle has been in the shop for more than 130 days, and there have been seven documented incidents, several supported by photos and videos showing the failures as they occurred. Despite multiple repair attempts, BMW has been unable to identify or correct the problem. I am honestly terrified to drive this vehicle because I never know when it will happen again, especially at highway speeds where losing power or acceleration could easily cause a serious accident. Luckily, I've avoided 3 near misses during these failures, once at highway speed on the NTTA tollway and it blocked a lane and required NTTA authority to pull it off the road. Because of that fear, I now avoid highways whenever possible and limit my driving to surface streets, which has significantly affected my daily life.
NHTSAUSNov 2025Source →
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Status history
Certified→Safe15 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 8 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified2 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 99. 2 data points. v3 scoring.
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