Verdict
These are close mechanically: both use a 1,998 cc turbo petrol four, seven-speed wet dual-clutch and front-wheel drive, reaching 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds. The BMW X1 U11 brings 201 hp and 300 Nm, plus a longer 2,692 mm wheelbase, but the BMW X1 F48 counters with a claimed 6.1 L/100 km against 7.2 L/100 km, a 505-litre boot and 51-litre tank. For Malaysian family use, the U11’s active-safety kit and modern screen matter; the F48 makes the more practical, thriftier case.
Pick the BMW X1 F48 if lower claimed fuel use, a 505-litre boot and a 51-litre fuel tank matter more than newer driver assistance and infotainment.
Pick the BMW X1 U11 if you want 201 hp, blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, a reverse camera and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
Key differences
- Output: BMW X1 F48 has 192 hp and 280 Nm; BMW X1 U11 has 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- Rated economy: BMW X1 F48 is rated at 6.1 L/100 km; BMW X1 U11 at 7.2 L/100 km.
- Dimensions: BMW X1 F48 is 4,439 mm long with a 2,670 mm wheelbase; BMW X1 U11 is 4,500 mm long with a 2,692 mm wheelbase.
- Cargo and fuel: BMW X1 F48 has a 505-litre boot and 51-litre tank; BMW X1 U11 has 476 litres and 45 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: BMW X1 F48 uses 18-inch wheels with 225/50R18 tyres; BMW X1 U11 gets 19-inch wheels with 245/45R19 tyres.
- Parking assistance: BMW X1 F48 has four front and four rear sensors with no reverse camera; BMW X1 U11 has six front and six rear sensors plus a reverse camera.
F48
- Lower 6.1 L/100 km rated consumption
- Larger 505-litre boot and 51-litre tank
- Driver’s seat memory and front foglamps
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking or collision warning
- No reverse camera
- Less power and torque: 192 hp/280 Nm versus 201 hp/300 Nm
U11
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and collision warning
- 10.7-inch BMW Operating System 8 with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps, reverse camera and space-saver spare
- Higher 7.2 L/100 km rated consumption
- Smaller 476-litre boot and 45-litre fuel tank
- No driver’s seat memory or front foglamps
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM220,800✓ | RM252,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp at 5,000 rpm | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 280 Nm at 1,250 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11.1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed Steptronic Double Clutch Transmission | Steptronic Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Getrag |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.1 L/100 km✓ | 7.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 224 km/h | 236 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 139 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,439 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,821 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Height | 1,598 mm | 1,642 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,560 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 505 litres✓ | 476 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" V-spoke style 867 Bicolour Light Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Front, front-side, rear) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED light bar with normal bulb brake light | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Manual recline, 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, 6.5" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 5 Speaker System | 10.7" BMW Operating System 8 with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Parking Assistant |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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F48 vs U11 FAQ
Is the BMW X1 F48 or BMW X1 U11 better?
The BMW X1 U11 is better equipped for current daily driving, with active safety systems, a reverse camera and wireless smartphone integration. Choose the BMW X1 F48 if luggage space, fuel-use rating and tank capacity carry more weight.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X1 F48 costs RM220,800 and the BMW X1 U11 costs RM252,800, so the U11 costs RM32,000 more.
Which BMW X1 is more practical for a family?
The BMW X1 F48 has the larger 505-litre boot, versus 476 litres in the U11, and its 51-litre tank is 6 litres larger. The U11 is longer and has a 22 mm longer wheelbase, while adding front-passenger ISOFIX.
