X1 Pricing in Canada (Expensive)

E92LNGCGY · 04-04-2011, 05:45 PM

I just configured the X1 on BMW Canada, although the base price is very attractive ($38,500) but with desirable options you are looking at mid to high 40's. A fully loaded one (all packages and options) is over $51,000 before taxes.

I think it's too much for an X1. To any potential buyer go lean on options.

DUH CAR · 04-04-2011, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by E92LNGCGY

I just configured the X1 on BMW Canada, although the base price is very attractive ($38,500) but with desirable options you are looking at mid to high 40's. A fully loaded one (all packages and options) is over $51,000 before taxes.

I think it's too much for an X1. To any potential buyer go lean on options.

Trouble is, once you have had the options, you really can't go back. Mine comes to about $48,500 before PDI and taxes. Sigh.

E92LNGCGY · 04-04-2011, 08:39 PM

And you live in Toronto. I can't imagine how much you are paying once everything is said and done.

Can you provide a vehicle review once you get used to the car? I'm interested in the X1.

Gatekeeper · 04-05-2011, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by E92LNGCGY

I just configured the X1 on BMW Canada, although the base price is very attractive ($38,500) but with desirable options you are looking at mid to high 40's. A fully loaded one (all packages and options) is over $51,000 before taxes.

I don't think it's any different here in Europe.

colton_matthias · 04-05-2011, 09:54 AM

A similarily equipped x1 is more expensive than an x3 28i and is almost as expensive as the 35i.

E92LNGCGY · 04-05-2011, 10:31 AM

Exactly. So why wouldn't a potential buyer look at the X3? Besides the base X3 will be getting the same motor in the near future.

DUH CAR · 04-05-2011, 10:36 AM

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Exactly. So why wouldn't a potential buyer look at the X3? Besides the base X3 will be getting the same motor in the near future.

My wife doesn't like the high stance of the X3. I'm not so sure that a similarly equipped X3 would be equal to an X1 -- it doesn't make any sense to me for BMW to do that. But having said that, I haven't done the math.

manicm · 04-05-2011, 11:10 AM

People who need extra space and have more cash will buy the X3 - it is considerably bigger and more spacious than the X1.

Regarding Canadian X1 prices - I've just received my X1 (needs a wash and will post a new thread with pics - promise), and trust me - it's still cheaper than in South Africa.

DUH CAR · 04-05-2011, 11:57 AM

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I've just received my X1 (needs a wash and will post a new thread with pics - promise), and trust me - it's still cheaper than in South Africa.

Yeah, I know. I couldn't believe how much the CA told us they were when we were there in the Cape at Auto Atlantic.

bdardashti · 04-05-2011, 01:07 PM

OP, how did you configure it? It's not on bmw.ca yet...

Gatekeeper · 04-05-2011, 01:23 PM

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Exactly. So why wouldn't a potential buyer look at the X3? Besides the base X3 will be getting the same motor in the near future.

Because X3 is an SUV and X1 a crossover. They are two different concepts.
(Did I say that before ?

)

Itgb · 04-05-2011, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bdardashti

OP, how did you configure it? It's not on bmw.ca yet...

Don't go through the X1 link. Go directly to build your car from the main page, and the X1 is available.

E92LNGCGY · 04-05-2011, 04:33 PM

Click on build your own and it's in there to configure.

I haven't seen the X1 in person yet but is it just me or does the new X1 and X3 look a little feminine?

On a side note you can also build the 1M and new F12.

DUH CAR · 04-05-2011, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by E92LNGCGY

I haven't seen the X1 in person yet but is it just me or does the new X1 and X3 look a little feminine?

On a side note you can also build the 1M and new F12.

Don't know where you are in Canada, but there are at least two events in Toronto in the next few days for the launch of the X1 and X3 where you can see them. PM me if you want details.

rob325ci · 04-05-2011, 07:44 PM

X1 in canada specs say 'vented disk breaks, front'
Does this mean that they are using drums in the back? I hope not!

... Rob

E92LNGCGY · 04-05-2011, 09:13 PM

Thanks but I'm in Calgary and I haven't heard anything about a launch event yet.

To Rob:
I think the rear is solid disc. Drums are better suited for the Honda Fit.

Gatekeeper · 04-06-2011, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by E92LNGCGY

Click on build your own and it's in there to configure.

I haven't seen the X1 in person yet but is it just me or does the new X1 and X3 look a little feminine?

Hey, you wanna take it outside ?

manicm · 04-06-2011, 05:53 AM

I don't think either way, my X1 in mineral white looks just 'right' (my dealer-done tinting all round has worked a real treat - you'll see the photos). Do note that the Z4's exterior was designed by a lady. Also note that the X1 was meant to cater to a wider, younger audience than a 3-series saloon and a X3. And they're both equally popular among males and females.

So I can understand such comments - but the X1 doesn't look particularly girly.

Gatekeeper · 04-06-2011, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by manicm

I don't think either way, my X1 in mineral white looks just 'right' (my dealer-done tinting all round has worked a real treat - you'll see the photos). Do note that the Z4's exterior was designed by a lady. Also note that the X1 was meant to cater to a wider, younger audience than a 3-series saloon and a X3. And they're both equally popular among males and females.

So I can understand such comments - but the X1 doesn't look particularly girly.

Joking aside

the very few X1s seen driven around the streets of Paris were usually driven by late-thirties, early-forties (good looking) women.

Same thing in Milan... Many X1s, many of them with female drivers at the wheel...

manicm · 04-06-2011, 10:36 AM

It's interesting, even though it's out here for over a year, I've literally seen about 5 X1s here. Saw a male drive yesterday. Saw a female driver on the highway a few weeks ago. There are more X5s on the road!

Could be price I don't know, I read recently that the Nissan Qashqai is selling extremely well in Germany!

DUH CAR · 04-06-2011, 10:47 AM

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Thanks but I'm in Calgary and I haven't heard anything about a launch event yet.

I'd talk to a local dealer as they are running them now across Canada.

mario486 · 04-06-2011, 11:42 AM

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It's interesting, even though it's out here for over a year, I've literally seen about 5 X1s here. Saw a male drive yesterday. Saw a female driver on the highway a few weeks ago. There are more X5s on the road!

Could be price I don't know, I read recently that the Nissan Qashqai is selling extremely well in Germany!

Nissan Cashcow sells very well here in the UK as well. Loads on the road but it is about 30% cheaper. No contest in my opinion.

PS Make that 40%. Cheaper, like for like.

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E92LNGCGY Lieutenant Colonel 434 Rep 1,732 Posts Drives: F97/Q5/982 GT4 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	And you live in Toronto. I can't imagine how much you are paying once everything is said and done. Can you provide a vehicle review once you get used to the car? I'm interested in the X1.
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E92LNGCGY Lieutenant Colonel 434 Rep 1,732 Posts Drives: F97/Q5/982 GT4 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Exactly. So why wouldn't a potential buyer look at the X3? Besides the base X3 will be getting the same motor in the near future.
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manicm First Lieutenant 11 Rep 375 Posts Drives: X1 sDrive18i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: SA iTrader: (0)	People who need extra space and have more cash will buy the X3 - it is considerably bigger and more spacious than the X1. Regarding Canadian X1 prices - I've just received my X1 (needs a wash and will post a new thread with pics - promise), and trust me - it's still cheaper than in South Africa.
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E92LNGCGY Lieutenant Colonel 434 Rep 1,732 Posts Drives: F97/Q5/982 GT4 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Click on build your own and it's in there to configure. I haven't seen the X1 in person yet but is it just me or does the new X1 and X3 look a little feminine? On a side note you can also build the 1M and new F12.
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E92LNGCGY Lieutenant Colonel 434 Rep 1,732 Posts Drives: F97/Q5/982 GT4 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Thanks but I'm in Calgary and I haven't heard anything about a launch event yet. To Rob: I think the rear is solid disc. Drums are better suited for the Honda Fit.
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manicm First Lieutenant 11 Rep 375 Posts Drives: X1 sDrive18i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: SA iTrader: (0)	I don't think either way, my X1 in mineral white looks just 'right' (my dealer-done tinting all round has worked a real treat - you'll see the photos). Do note that the Z4's exterior was designed by a lady. Also note that the X1 was meant to cater to a wider, younger audience than a 3-series saloon and a X3. And they're both equally popular among males and females. So I can understand such comments - but the X1 doesn't look particularly girly.
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