BMW X1 Car Rental

Under the 2021 BMW X1’s somewhat anonymous-looking outer skin lies a playful chassis that gives this small SUV a winning character, which earned it an Editors’ Choice award. All X1s come with the 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which provides considerable pep and reasonable fuel economy. On a twisty road, the ute comes alive and delivers much of the same crisp handling and ride refinement that the BMW brand is known for. Inside, the cabin is spacious for four adults, and the large cargo area will swallow suitcases, groceries, and bulky items with ease. A few down-market materials and a pair of bar-stool-shaped front seats slightly dull the X1’s shine, though. For a sportier compact SUV wearing the roundel, check out the mechanically similar X2, which we review separately.