In the premium crossover segment, the BMW X1 is now more of a player than ever but there are rivals out there that can offer more space for less cash and unless you really need 4WD, the 2WD sDrive X1 makes more company car finance sense, with lower BIK and pence per mile.
Still, the best X1 to date? Without a doubt and at the end of it all, don’t forget it has one of the most sought-after badges in the business.
BMW X1 xDrive 18d xLine – the low down
| P11D Value | £27,960 |
| Monthly business rental (ex VAT) | £326 (3yrs/30,000 miles) |
| Tax Bands 2012/13 to 2014/15 | 22%; 23%; 24% |
| Benefit in kind 2012/13 to 2014/15 | £6151; £6431; £6710 |
| Engine | 2.0-litre 4cyl turbocharged diesel |
| CO2 Emissions | 144g/km |
| Power/torque | 143 bhp/320m |
| 0-62mph/top speed | 9.9secs/121mph |
| Economy (official) | 51.4mpg |
