BMW X1 2013 (63) - 2.0 18d SE SUV 5dr Diesel Manual xDrive Euro 5 (s/s) (143 ps)

Insurance Group 22, As its name suggests, the BMW X1 is the smallest model in the firm&039;s broad SUV line-up. The first one arrived in 2009 and was a car that never quite hit the spot. The SUV stance wasn&039;t assertive enough, the interior was cheap and, while fun, basing it on a rear-wheel drive platform seriously impacted practicality. The second-generation car we&039;re looking at here was a huge improvement. Introduced in 2015, it was now derived from a much more modern and space-efficient platform, shared with models such as the BMW 1 Series and MINI Countryman. Most versions were front-wheel drive, while pricier ones offered four-wheel drive. Crucially, the BMW X1 now looked the part. It was far more SUV-like, with a confident stance and rich detailing that masterfully aped the much larger and pricier BMW X5. The interior was a world apart too, with a welcoming feel and a big lift in quality. Tantalisingly, thanks to depreciation, you can now get into a used example from £10,000. Here&039;s what to look out for.If you&039;re buying an SUV, you probably want some practicality. If we&039;re talking space for people, the GLC 63 isn&039;t bad at all, with plenty of head and legroom front and rear. Four tall adults will be comfortable, although the middle passenger in the rear does have a large hump in the floor to deal with. Despite having a much smaller battery than the GLC 300e and 300de plug-in hybrids, the GLC 63 has the same 470-litre boot. It&039;s down on the 550-litres of the BMW X3 M, while the Jaguar F-Pace SVR has a whopping 650-litres. At first look and touch things feel premium enough, but there are a few cheap-feeling plastics lower down and flimsy interior door pulls. There aren&039;t many physical controls with most functions accessed through the 11.9-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen infotainment system.It&039;s responsive, with sharp graphics and heating controls permanently at the bottom of the screen. Even so, a few more buttons and dials for key features would be welcome. Voice control is standard and activated by saying &039;hey Mercedes&039;. It works well, but any mention of Mercedes is frequently enough to trigger it. To add to the tech fest, you get augmented reality sat nav. This projects arrows on to a camera feed from the front of the car to guide you to your exit. It&039;s a good idea in theory, but you end up having to keep an eye on the central touchscreen as you&039;re negotiating an unfamiliar road. Furthermore, it comple.12V Power Socket - Front x2, 17in Alloy Wheels - Light Star Spoke - 317, 40-20-40 Split Folding Rear Seats, ABS - Anti Lock Braking System, Additional Detachable Cupholder, Air Conditioning - Automatic with Two-Zone Control, Air Microfilter, Airbags - Driver, Airbags - First and Second Seat Row ITS Head, Airbags - Front Side, Airbags - Passenger, Airbags - Passenger Deactivation, Alarm System Thatcham 1 with Remote Control, Anti Roll Bars - Front and Rear, Armrest - Front with Sliding Adjustment, ASC - Automatic Stability Control, Auxiliary Input, Battery in Luggage Compartment, Bluetooth Hands Free with USB Audio Interface, BMW Mobility System, BMW Professional Radio - Single CD and MP3, Boot Space Illumination, Brake Force Display, CBC - Cornering Brake Control, Central Locking - Remote, Central Locking Switch, Child Proof Locking System - Rear Doors, Child Seat ISOFIX Attachment - Rear, Courtesy Lights - Front and Rear with Soft On-Off Dimming, Crash Sensor - Activating Central Locking-Hazard Warning Lights-Fuel Cut Off, Cruise Control with Brake Function, DAB Digital Radio, DBC - Dynamic Brake Control, Deformation Zones - Front and Rear, Display - 8.8in Colour Screen, Door Handles - Body Colour, Door Mirrors - Drivers Aspheric, Door Mirrors - Electric and Heated, Door Sill Finishers - BMW Designation, Driver Comfort Package, DSC - Dynamic Stability Control - Stabilises the Vehicle in Extreme Situations - Controls Traction, DTC - Dynamic Traction Control, EBD - Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, ECO PRO Mode, Electra Cloth - Anthracite, Electric Windows - Front and Rear with Open-Close Fingertip Control, Engine Immobiliser, Enhanced Bluetooth Telephone Preparation with USB Audio Interface, Exhaust Tailpipe - Single Left - with Matt Chrome Finisher, Extended Lighting, First Aid Kit, Floor Mats - Velour, Front Fog Lights, Glove Compartment - Illuminated, Grab Handles - 4x Coat Hooks in Rear, Halogen Headlights, Handbrake Lever - Gear Lever Knob and Gaiters in Leather, HDC - Hill Descent Control, Head Restraints - Front and Rear, Headlights - Automatic Activation, Headlights - Height Adjustment, Heated Windscreen Washer Jets, High Level LED Third Brake Light, Incorrect Fuelling Protection System, Indicator Lenses - Clear, Interior Trim - Satin Silver, Kidney Grille - Chrome with Black Vertical Slats, Lightweight Engineering, Locking Wheel Bolts, Luggage Compartment - Illuminated with Four Lashing Eyes in Boot Floor, Luggage Compartment - Removable