BMW X1 - Here's EVERYTHING You NEED to KNOW! Tricks, Features, Tips!

For this video, we're going to be going in-depth with the 2023 BMW X1. Check out our 101 Tutorial for the BMW X1. It includes everything you need to know about it, including hidden tricks, tips, and many different features!
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[@tu_tru1135]

You actually DONT have to stop the hand gestures, it’s NOT annoying

[@BeamerView]

Haha Thank you bro!

[@TerryW-r8g]

This is the best video I have seen to explain all the features. Thank you.

[@BeamerView]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deepabalan4181]

Thank you for the detailed explanation of the features available..recently bought a x1 and this video was very helpful to get used to it..

[@BeamerView]

Glad it was helpful!

[@eribertoorbase6380]

Very helpful tutorial. Thanks. Got my X1 last week.

[@BeamerView]

Great to hear! Congrats.

[@lauriw4895]

Great video. I picked up my new X1 this week. My third X1 and it’s amazing. My only issue is that it will not let mekeep it in recyled air. It will put me in auto recycle and bring in fresh air when I don’t want it. I have wicked bad allergies and dont want to smell another car’s exhaust or grass in summer that is not sufficiently filtered through the charcoal filter. Any ideas on how to overide that. My dealership has been of no help. Thanks again for the great information!!

[@BeamerView]

Hey Lauri, unfortunately there isnt a way at this time. I've heard of the same issue a couple times. They do this because recirculating the same air isn't always healthy.

[@Lapliv]

Loved the video! Can you let me know how to access an alert when backing up - example another car (avoid hitting something when backing up). Thanks !!

[@BeamerView]

Yup that is cross traffic warning. By, default, all BMW's have this active but only comes into play in the right scenario (when a perpendicular vehicle is oncoming behind you) it'll make a beeping sound and on the screen flash a red light in the corner of which the vehicle is coming from, very useful!

[@Lapliv]

Thank you so much for answering !!! Subscribed love your tips.

[@Lapliv]

Thank you!!

[@GuitarGolfingPOPS]

Great video..thanks! Will be ordering the 2024 X1 M35i next month.. will this same info apply to the ‘24?

[@ericpratt3810]

Thanks that's a great run-through. Just what I needed, as I'm taking possesion of my new iX1 at the beginning of next year. On your recommendation, I'll have look at your video on OS 8.0 to be fully prepared. Thanks again.

[@BeamerView]

Thanks, Eric, reach out to me if you have more questions when it comes in, Congrats btw! Subscribe if you haven't already! We have 2 videos on OS8 including one that shows some good tips and tricks on it.

[@benbenny_9383]

how is it after a year? Im shopping between a x1 and q3 and im stuck

[@ericpratt3810]

You mention that you are considering an X1. Now I have the iX1 which is a great car. Top notch quality, 4 wheel drive which is a great help here in Scandinavia during winter and of course not to forget it’s fast. Here in Scandinavia in particular fuel cars are on the way out, so I never considered buying an X1, but of course it depends on the charging infrastructure. I'd probably go for the top grade fuel driven car to get the same level of driving pleasure.

[@ginnydesimone875]

I have learned so much from you. Thank you. Quick question. I watched your video and downloaded the BMW app. How do you enable the data privacy to use remote 3D view?

[@BeamerView]

Best way is to check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGq6i2qfYt-CsJY Just allow all services and within 24 hrs that should do the trick.

[@ginnydesimone875]

Sorry, another question i don’t know if i have a system 7 or 8? I just bought 2023 x3 so how do i find out?

[@BeamerView]

@@ginnydesimone875 Got it, you have iDrive 7, the one in the video I sent is iDrive 8. So basically in your Idrive you would go. Home Screen > CAR > iDrive Settings > Go all the way down to Privacy, and you should see similar options to what you saw in the video link I sent. Allow All Services!

[@ricksherwood4794]

Awesome video. 1 Question- does the steering assistance sub-option come standard with the lane departure warning, or do you need to order the Driving Assistant Pro package?

[@BeamerView]

Hey Rick, great question. You are correct the steering assistance or lane assist is only available if you have the Driving Assistance Pro package. If you are on the fence of getting it, I would highly recommend.

[@cp4512]

It also comes with the Driver Assistant ‘Plus’ package in UK spec.

[@iammontoya08]

does the 2023 x1 have a hands free kick to open the lift gate?

[@BeamerView]

Hey Inigo! I've been trying to see if I could find a new X1 to confirm this on, still no luck, but a great way to check to see if they have it or not would be to go into doors and access settings, located within tailgate, if the X1 has it, you would see an option now to turn off or on the feature.

[@LeonardoBaruzzi-r7t]

Hi, can I change the lights color if I am in efficient or sport mode?

[@BeamerView]

That's a good one, I haven't tried it yet in those modes. I do not believe you can, for some BMWs that have this, the lights can only be red when in sport or blue when in eco.

[@LeonardoBaruzzi-r7t]

@@BeamerView Thanks

[@bethbesen]

Do you know if you can use 87 fuel? I used that without issue on all my previous x1s even though higher was recommended. But I also always previously leased and this time I bought so I feel like I have a bit more invested.

[@BeamerView]

Absolute Minimum is 89, states it on the sticker as well. I know it saves some here and there but if it ends up causing engine issues it's not going to be a cheap fix either.

[@bethbesen]

@@BeamerView Thanks so much for the reply - will do! I have another question I hope you can assist with: when I'm en route, I note that the speed limit shows up in both my heads-up display as well as on my dash, but it pulsates on/off before becoming a constant indicator. Is that to let me know the speed limit has changed, is it because I'm going over the speed limit or is it a glitch in my operating system (which would mean I need to contact service asap). Thank you!

[@BeamerView]

@@bethbesen the pulsates is letting you know the speed limit has changed. If you wanted to make adjustments to this I believe you would go into CAR SETTINGS > SETTINGS > DISPLAYS > Head up Display, along this menu is where you might be able to make adjustments.

[@bethbesen]

@@BeamerView Much obliged!

[@unrealenging1670]

Ik mis de pook … dat is echt een gemis

[@bottle1883]

Do you know if the mirrors are same as 2nd gen X1? I have the carbon fiber mirror caps and was wondering if they could be reused since they cost me a bomb

[@BeamerView]

I do not think they are the same, even if they were the old X1 didn't have blind spot monitoring like the new ones do.

[@dianec6755]

Thank you! I just bought a 2023 X1 (love it, it’s so awesome) and this video has been invaluable in teaching me all the features. You explain everything very clearly. Very appreciated.

[@BeamerView]

Glad it helped you Diane! Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@tanyanest9194]

I am thinking about switching from Kia Sportage to x1… is it worth it?

[@lt2143]

Hello, did you get your X1 directly from the dealership or order it online. If the latter, how long did it take? Thanks.

[@jean-marc9610]

@@lt2143 From what I've heard, the X1 is only manufactured in Germany. I ordered it through the San Diego dealership early April. Dealership told me I should get it 3rd week of May. Still waiting for it as of July, although now apparently it's on board of a ship that should arrive beginning of August. Not all dealerships will tell you the same thing about the delivery times. From what I can tell, it takes about 4 months. BMW provides a web page to track each step of the manufacturing process (mine was stuck in "At port" for several weeks!).

[@may3026]

can i ask how to switch rear camera to front when parking. my x1 always on rear camera.

[@huhuhugl]

I watched this video a couple of months ago (at that time I was choosing between the X1 and the Q3) and for some reason landed in my initial page again. I have been driving my X1 for the past 4 months and I just love it. It is a fun drive and excellent value for the money. I highly recommend getting the premium package and sport seats if you can :) . I got mine in this green color (same as the video) and get compliments all the time - it is gorgeous!

[@BeamerView]

Love the way that the X1 drives!! Thanks for watching

[@marinasmith4772]

I am debating as well between X1 and Q3. I don't like the lack of buttons on the dash and refuse to take my eyes off the road when driving. Is the voice command reliable and does it control radio, climate, phone, etc.? I have been to a few dealers and no one is selling me on this when I complain about missing knobs. One sales guy suggested going with an X3 instead because it still has the dial.

[@huhuhugl]

@@marinasmith4772 I went for the X1 instead of the X3 because of the more Modern look - the x3 will probably go for the same road once the model is revamped. I don’t miss the knobs at all, I guess I got used to it in less than a week. The voice command is reliable. I am trying to think of a situation in which I missed having a physical button but I can’t. My partner has a pretty “classic” car and not even him misses the knobs when driving mine :)

[@marinasmith4772]

@@huhuhugl Thank you so much! That is good to know.

[@huhuhugl]

@@marinasmith4772 also, the AC temp is always on display so is the same as having physical buttons :)

[@Serby665]

Did they do an update where you can't disable start/stop anymore? Or was disabling it only an option in the Statesand not Eu?

[@BeamerView]

Believe it is only for stateside. EU laws are much more strict.

[@johnvandehey7002]

As clear, concise & comprehensive as a review can get. Good voice, inflections, and no-flaw, quick summary. Most informative. Very well done.

[@BeamerView]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vladohome]

Great review. Really enjoyed it. I've got the European version X1 2.3i since October and I love it. Have a few questions though: 1) Can the vehicle be started in Eco mode by default? 2) Can you display rpm inn Eco mode? 3) How to get Spotify app in apps list (not through Apple carplay / Android auto)? Cheers!

[@BeamerView]

Thanks Vladimir! 1) Unfortunately not, even in idrive 8 BMW only allows you to start with the other modes aside from sport / eco pro, they would only let you do a mode say for example expressive. 2) I personally have not tried it, but the best place to look would be in display settings in the vehicle. 3) Spotify cannot show in the BMW apps list .

[@vladohome]

@@BeamerView Thanks! On point #1 and #2 - I had similar findings, but wanted to double check. #3 I've seen the Spotify app in iDrive 8 (in somevreviews), but that seems to be market specific.

[@Flagsnl]

hi, such a great review, best I could find! My question: what's the function of the LOW GEAR? Is it just a nice feature, or does it come in place of the shifters (option) on the steering wheel? I find it a bit scaring to buy this car without the possibility of engine-breaking in longer downhills...

[@BeamerView]

I still have yet to test the L mode being that the X1 is very new. But, from what I can gather, it should stand for Low Gear, and what that may be good to use for is if you're going off roading. As you mentioned it should be great to use for engine breaking when you're going down the hill. Try it out!

[@bimmer4755]

I just picked up an x1 and Bmw finally made a wireless charger that actually works and doesn’t overheat my phone.

[@BeamerView]

Glad to hear it works good! I haven’t tried it yet

[@cindycalhoun527]

Wow this is an awesome review! I just picked up my X1 and have so much to learn. Going to find your review on navigation.

[@BeamerView]

Glad to hear! Congrats on the new X1n

[@der.charttechniker]

Great tips and tricks - really helpful 👍🏼👍🏼

[@BeamerView]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vcjjj08]

This vehicle looked bigger and then I went and test drove one. It is really small so I am gonna pass on the X1 and X2.

[@BeamerView]

Next step up would be the X3 which does seem to be the best size.

[@vcjjj08]

@@BeamerView I agree with you 300%. going to look at one tomorrow.

[@vcjjj08]

@@BeamerView Just took delivery on my X3 and I love it. It is just right for me. Now if they can just get rid of the driver's side wind noise but then again that's what the radio is for.

[@MrKappasdio]

I have a new x1 but I can’t watch Netflix or KZbin even when the car is parked and safe ? Is it for safety reasons or I am doing something wrong? I am already connected with CarPlay with apple

[@BeamerView]

Good Q, I personally haven't tried this one out yet. But, if your vehicle has the feature, I would check in the APPS section of the iDrive (where it has ALL the apps in regards to the car) if you see KZbin on there, then it may be possible to get that to work. Yes you must be parked, if you do not see the youtube Icon there it may be not avaliable yet for your BMW. KZbin and Netflix will not work through carplay because of safety reasons, the apps will never pop up there.

[@thesunalsorise]

How do I set up to see the total milage of the car all the time on the driver side screen?

[@BeamerView]

Try seeing if there is a BC button on the turn signal stock, I don't think there is for the X1. If that's not the case then press on the gear or hamburger looking icon on the steering wheel multimedia controls, if you press one of them you should be able to cycle through the diff content, which one of them has the total miles.

[@carolfrederick1891]

Great video! I just put in a build order yesterday for this. Same color as yours but light interior. This video answered a lot of my questions and I can't wait to get my first BMW! I'll be watching more of your videos as I get closer to receiving mine early next year.

[@BeamerView]

Congrats on the order, I was just talking to one of my buddies who is a salesperson about this vehicle for a long time today. Hes been around BMWs for over 20 years and he LOVES the way it can drive. You're going to love it.

[@cp4512]

Great video - thank you. Just taken deliver of an XLine XDrive23i (European version of your XDrive28i). Loving the car and your video certainly helped with getting to know it 👍😊

[@BeamerView]

Hey Chris, glad it helped you. Congrats on the X1 as well, you're going to love it. Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@undiscovad23]

Awesome video. Subbed to your channel, most likely ordering my new x1 based on the tech upgrades of the new car. Thanks bro

[@BeamerView]

Hey Eyollan, thanks for watching and congrats on your future order. You're going to love it, I personally think it's one of the best driving SAVs ever made. Reach out if you ever have any questions, happy to help.

[@petrazacova418]

Quick question, is there any way I can disallow the stop and start button forever?

[@BeamerView]

You would have to use a software such as bimmercode to be able to, that's the only way. Driving in sport helps, and setting the auto/stop function as a shortcut can also help.

[@petrazacova4248]

@@BeamerView I found the answer in another video from official BMW dealer: it is in : Driving settings, then: click on Drive and chassis and there is: Auto Start/ Stop - click on it, then deactivate. still would have to to do it every single. time so: create a shortcut for this function. and then next time you can use voice command to use this function when starting the car

[@adguyy]

Is digital key plus standard on the X1? I ask because I see you can use your Apple Watch to unlock and lock your X1 🥳😎 my X1 is being built now too 👌

[@BeamerView]

Yes it does have digital key plus, check this link for more info. www.macrumors.com/2022/06/02/bmw-expands-iphone-digital-key-plus/

[@derrickjohnson4081]

Is there a remote start for the 2023 X1? If so, how do I do it?

[@BeamerView]

There is a full video on remote start on the channel that goes over the details, check it out.

[@Nick1502-d6y]

I have just ordered the hybrid X1 M Sport xdrive 30e with all the optional extras. On my past vehicles I am use to having a snow mode however BMW's do not have this so can you do a video of the driving modes for the hybrids and which one is best for snow mode. I know you can select "drive off" assistant

[@ionutzyankoo]

Hi Nicholas, just a short question, what is the estimated delivery date of the new car? Thanks!

[@BeamerView]

You could be in comfort mode and be completely fine. The BMW xDrive system is one of the best and I'm sure the new X1 can roll with it better than ever in any conditions. If you do desire the maximum output in terms of driving in the snow, I would have it set to ECO mode so that when you GO it'll go in a nice smooth manner which will help with grip. I will try to do a video with the other modes as well for ya!

[@DoingItLocal]

Its surprising that the fully electric dash cannot be truly customized like font size. Most BMW drivers are over 40 but they give you a 6-point font for your gas and odometer. But non-customizable dash is the biggest surprise.

[@BeamerView]

Good point, Yes. It would make a lot more sense to have different themes. I'm actually working on a E-Book that took this into consideration and am making the font a substantial size =)

[@ZoneCrasher]

If you leave the auto high beam on, expect you will get a lot of flashing high beams from incoming traffic. This feature is very annoying on all cars with it.

[@BeamerView]

I have it for one of my cars but it seems to work fine and doesn't annoy any on coming traffic, the only situations that could be bad is if you're approaching a vehicle from it's side angle, then it could get distracting.

[@janmoore5]

Love your video, will be so helpful navigating all the features. But have a weird question. I just bought a used, 2023 X1 and love it so much, except one thing - and I don't know why- but I am not a fan of the black grill. I have seen some with the chrome grill and it just looks better to me, more iconic look of BMW. The dealership said the black is more popular, but I don't care. I just like the look of the chrome one. I have read in some posts it can be done, but you are really a good expert and wondering if you know the answer. Thank you!

[@BeamerView]

Hey Jan, Thanks for your support to the channel by being a member. I have seen it done on other vehicles, as recent as the 2023 X3. So my assumption is Yes it can be done, you may just have to purchase the grill aftermarket maybe on websites such as ebay - www.google.com/search?q=bmw+x1+2023+grill&oq=bmw+x1+2023+grill&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIICAEQABgWGB4yCAgCEAAYFhgeMg0IAxAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IBBAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IBRAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IBhAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMgYIBxBFGDzSAQgzNTM2ajBqN6gCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Just make sure you're buying it from a good/trusted seller. Some dealerships are able to do this but some don't so it may take some digging as to which ones are able to do it, if you're able to find none, you may have to look into a nearby auto body shop that could do it for you. Hope this helps!

[@supremeuppercut]

Great videos! Makes me want a Bimmer badly. Would you say this X1 is the "equivalent" of the Mazda CX-5 Turbo? (I know Apples/Oranges).

[@BeamerView]

It's funny because even though the CX-5 compares against the X3 more than the X1. The new X1 is probably 2.5 times better than the CX-5! The way that the new X1 drives is unbelievable and the technology in it is completely fresh as well. I would say the only advantage that the Mazada has over the X1 would be the long term reliability. Mazda has been moving up the ranks in it. But in every other category, i would the the X1 is better.

[@rodobando4884]

Great Video! I have a quick question...evrytime I open my car it will automatically turn on radio and stays on eventhough im not starting the car. This happens with just opening the door (with keys with me). Is there a way to turn that off? Thanks!

[@BeamerView]

If there was a setting for it, it would be under the door/access menu, one where you may be able to check on or off. Another by-pass is by holding down the radio volume button for about 3 secs that will turn off the screens, music, and lights.

[@rodobando4884]

@@BeamerView thanks so much! I will give it a try!

[@pgamboa78681]

First time BMW owner here. Couple of questions 1. Is the mute same as turn off/on for the radio? 2. How can I have the odometer reading persist on my dashboard?

[@BeamerView]

1. Yes that is correct. 2. You would either have to press the BC button that would be located on the turn signal indicator stick. Or, you would have to press the gear icon on the steering wheel and use that to change the "content" on the screen.

[@jean-marc9610]

@@BeamerView Just to confirm, mute will stop consuming any cell data if the music source is set to Spotify for example?

[@cliveamos1070]

Is Apple Carplay a standard feature on all models of the 2023 X1?

[@BeamerView]

Correct!

[@tao5198]

Very helpful! For me, the most helpful tutorial video for 2023 x1 so far.

[@BeamerView]

Great to hear! Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@markgoodwin1146]

Great video - we just ordered a 2023 X1 which is our first BMW. Interestingl, our build is equipped almost exactly like the one you test even down to the ext/int colors. This will be a super helpful overview for my wife as it will be her daily driver. Thank you!

[@BeamerView]

Very cool! Congrats on the X1, it's a phenomenal vehicle and you'll love the way this new one drives, probably one of the best driving SAV's out there!

[@eugenekamionsky5412]

thank you soooo much, you made my day/week/month probably years, i was sooo disappointed by not having an option to switch off auto start stop, even was considering o trade our x1 23 to 22 model x3, i always been using the sport mode inside the city just because this auto start/stop not active in a sport mode, i wanna add something you havent mentioned, and i think many new x1 2023 owners will find it helpfull, there is a wash nozle for the rear camera, it works together when you spray on a rear glass

[@BeamerView]

Hey Eugene! Glad to hear the video helped you! I honestly did not know about the Rear Camera Wash, that is actually a GENIUS idea. Will have to try it out, and will also mention it in the next X1 review! Thank you!

[@eugenekamionsky5412]

@@BeamerView you’re very welcome, just in case you’re wandering honest review from an owner, we don’t really like the new handles design , it looks good but not so easy to use, also, you don’t have an option to close your trunk from a fob, the seats doesn’t have a lumber support even with top trim neither as an option isn’t available everything else we are very like so far

[@lauriw4895]

@@eugenekamionsky5412 I love the handle design on my new X1 and I find that seats to be very comfortable!!!

[@ravinrathod]

Great video! I’ve ordered mine to arrive in July. Do you know if there’s an inbuilt dash cam situation or if I need to start looking for a third party option?

[@BeamerView]

Best way would be to check your feature sheet. It comes as a option so it may or may not have it. Usually if you get the Parking Assistance Plus package that comes with the 3D view there is a good chance it has it. If not, I would assume it does not have it. The drive recorder can only get triggered to save a video if the air bags go off. It can save 20 seconds prior and 20 after the accident. If you would prefer something that could pick up minor incidences I would opt for the 3rd party product.

[@ravinm]

Great video , i think you covered almost everything i was scrolling through other videos getting details in bits and pieces but you had everything

[@BeamerView]

Thanks Ravin, Yes! I try to offer different tid bits in all videos to keep them interesting and fresh!

[@sreenivasnarayan7774]

Is the cruise control adaptive? And is the thigh support expandable similar to xc 40?

[@BeamerView]

Cruise control is standard on all BMWs, still. Unless you purchase the Drivers Assistance Professional Package. The thigh support is extendable, there is a lever beneath the front portion of it!

[@HarryPotter-bd2qb]

Damn another malayali here

[@gestebu]

Great details and tutorial. I don't own one but this is pretty appealing. Seems they've thought of a lot but changing some things from scrollies or knobs to only being in the touch screen is annoying, especially the fan speed for the A/C.

[@BeamerView]

True, it's a nightmare for those that like to manually control their climate control. I will say the best way around it is to try to keep it in auto, set up automatic habits, and use voice control to do the bulk of it.

[@belindam6099]

Thankyou, great review and answered a lot of my questions.. My only unanswered question is where are the motion sensors for a pedestrian walking behind the car or reverse sensor warning?

[@BeamerView]

Those would be those tiny circles located on the front and rear bumpers. Nice glasses btw =)

[@chrisbeaven3885]

You said definitely 5 times between 00:33 and 00:53.

[@BeamerView]

Definitely did.

[@micheled6819]

Hello everyone i have a question. we have a X1 plugh in hybrid 25 sport, I would like to know how to keep the battery level constant even without charging thanks?

[@BeamerView]

I haven't encountered a X1 hybrid yet on my end but turning on BATTERY HOLD mode is the best case scenario for the other hybrid vehicles that have this. You may have to press this every time though, but again I would check to see if the X1 has this.

[@JW-cq4ez]

Hopefully with a better AWD system and not that front wheel bias awd crap, totaly worthless on real winter roads. Unsettle , torque steering, must adjust all the time

[@BeamerView]

Agreed, haven't tried this one in the winter yet but should hold up well. Happy Holidays!!

[@Danielm316]

Hi there how do you do a hard reset or reboot of system and if by doing that I will have reprogram my keys and profile settings ? I have an issue with the display of the front camera when I sellect parking assistance the images come blurry out of focus big circle in the middle of screen and my head up display too in the right bottom cornera black spot im size of a quarter showed up and I wanted to try a reset before taking to bmw service the car is only three weeks since a I got it brand new

[@BeamerView]

It may be a minor glitch that the dealer could fix. The idrive reboot will not lose any settings so feel free to try it.

[@Danielm316]

@@BeamerView I appreciate but how do I to the reboot?

[@BeamerView]

@@Danielm316 hold down the volume button near the shifter/center console. For about 30secs and let go when the screen goes black.

[@ginob468]

How to disable horn honk while exiting running

[@BeamerView]

Honk will always be there when you take off with the key in your pocket, it's always going to do that to remind you that the vehicle is running to warn you.

[@andrewtaylor9799]

Helpful video. BMW seems to be still working out the kinks on this. A few problems I've noticed: 1) The car always starts in "Personal" drive mode, so if you want another mode, you must select it each time you begin driving - there is no way to permanently set another drive mode 2) Similarly, the auto stop-start feature cannot be permanently turned off, but must be reset every time driving is begun 3) If you page away from your google maps navigation in Apple Carplay to the BMW apps, when you return it does not go back google maps navigation, but just the Apple Carplay menu and you must reselect google maps...

[@BeamerView]

1. Laws require the vehicle to start in the mode that was advertised on the window sticker, all BMWs have and will continue to start in the person mode unfortunately. 2. Auto start stop is also being affected by the laws since emissions are becoming a major thing, many new BMWs don't have the option to turn it off at all. A good way to handle this if you press it often is to save it as a shortcut, watch one of my idrive 8 videos if you need to know how to do this. 3. Another way to handle this is by pressing the MAP button near the controller, even though you go into the bmw system it should still go to the google maps if it was the last one that was active. Another thing you could do is save google maps as a shortcut as well as mentioned above, I do mine for waze.

[@andrewtaylor9799]

@@BeamerView Thanks!

[@mohammadsattar5488]

I heard the auto stop/start feature always going back to its on setting has something to do with emission regulations and they have to meet them in its standard setting always so that's why it will goback and why you can't turn it off. You maybe able to with an OBD diagnosis port and you can add any other features from that too that you may not have on your vehicle but it will be installed anyway like heated or cooled seats or more driving modes

[@tommilton5753]

I have the M-Sport package and if I push the gear selector twice instead of just once to select forward it seems to go straight into Sport mode, with no Auto-stop. I am very dubious about this having anything but an infinitesimal effect on the environment.

[@andrewtaylor9799]

@@tommilton5753 I'll try it. Thanks.

[@evagtob990]

Any advise why it happened? We bought an x1, we set up primary secondary user but after couple of days both my wife’s and mine bmw id were cancelled and the car was deleted from mybmw app

[@BeamerView]

Seems to be a glitch. It should not be doing that but try to re set it up again. It could have been a thing that took place with a software update. Try re adding the vehicle, once you have that then go into BMW ID and scan the QR code to setup the IDs again.

[@azdzieblo6044]

Interesting introduction. I just got my BMW X1, 2023. Thank you. Quick question however. I cannot see the blinking turn light on a mirror (right or left), when I turn the signal on. Where is it? Do I missed something in a setting?

[@BeamerView]

If it has it it would show in the front of the mirror caps. The triangle shaped that are within the mirror or for blind spot warning.

[@GusMahn]

Is this X1 derived from the Mini Countryman as I believe the last generation was?

[@BeamerView]

That is correct, both share the FAAR Platform. I think you may have known too but did you know BMW's 7 series platform and X7 platform are also shared with Rolls Royce? I always thought that was cool!

[@GusMahn]

@@BeamerView I didn't know about the X7, but I do know RR has used BMW components. My wife and I are considering a X1 as our first BMW. We're getting older but both are willing to trade ride some ride quality for sportiness/handling. Haven't figured out if we want a '22 or a '23 X1. A long while ago we had a Lincoln LS which was a Jaguar S-Type based car. Ironically that is the car that introduced me to the joys of glass reinforced cooling system parts and O-ring gaskets which are the bane of the modern automobile. Also part of the reason I've never owned a BMW before, but at this point everybody is having the same issues. Might as well get something I enjoy driving!

[@BeamerView]

@@GusMahn I would highly recommend the 23 X1. The ride is probably one of the best in the BMW line up and that’s saying a lot for a brand that is already known to drive well. Lot more improvements over the last generation and I can also assure you that BMW has come a long way in terms of being reliable. They are currently ranked 3rd most reliable over the last couple years of testing according to consumer reports. You’ll have far less issues than Lincoln and jag since they are known to be far far less reliable. You won’t be the least bit disappointed with it and I can assure you it’ll be one of the best vehicles you’ve ever owned. I’ve been with the brand for 5 years now and won’t never switch back to any other one :)

[@silviutudorescu8114]

Voice command is really not that great, super slow and not recognizing what you ask 75% of the time, at least if it's in french.

[@BeamerView]

Seems to work most of the time in english, i'm sure they'll make improvements to it.

[@shantelllopez8759]

How can I add the automatic open close side mirrors when I open and close the car?

[@BeamerView]

All BMW's should have this in their settings. If you go into the Menu and look for FOLD MIRRORS IN WHEN LOCKING. You have to enable that first. If I recall correctly, it should be in the menu labeled doors and access. You simply go into there and check off the box. Additionally if you hold the LOCK button on your key it should also fold it in that way as well.

[@litespeed65]

Car reviews are just touchscreen tutorials now.

[@BeamerView]

Haha, agreed!

[@killianrairdon5]

Best video on x1 features! Loved it thank you. Very helpful

[@BeamerView]

Awesome, thank you! Congrats!

[@Alycanj]

Needed to call it something else, I have a old 2016 X1, OG and can't do any of this. took time to set up app get in car and says no longer supported, nice bmw

[@BeamerView]

2016 and older BMWs were built on a 3g network but cell phone towers are LTE now so there is not a way to communicate to it.

[@alanlutes4670]

I could use this video for a drinking game for all of the annoying habits. Please stop saying "definitely".

[@BeamerView]

I’ll definitely take that into consideration. Thank you for the feedback :)

[@skchhetri495]

Does the side view mirror fold when locking the car?

[@BeamerView]

You can have it set that way. Usually by default the feature is off but you should be able to enable it.

[@Josh125125]

We just picked up a new 23 X1 and came across your video. Very helpful! Question if you're still checking this video. When listening to Sirius after a minute it switches the screen to a full screen image of the song playing. Is there a way to keep the split screen view, song & stations, visible at all times and prevent it from going into full screen? The 21 X1 could do that, hoping this one can too.

[@BeamerView]

Unfortunately not. I would try setting your favorite stations as a preset and see if the same thing happens when you're playing these through the presets menu.

[@MsDaclark]

Just got my X1…really like it, but every time I get in it I have to change my driver info from Guest to me. Is that the default? 4:58

[@BeamerView]

You may just have to re-link your key in the driver profile settings. You could also delete your profile and re-create it with your key in the car and that should also do the trick.

[@xinyangyang7782]

Hi there, do you know any physical button can resume the music? After pause or mute the music, only way I found to resume the music is to go to media page on the screen. I tried to push round button on right side of steel wheel, it seems not working, just turn on menu on HUD...

[@BeamerView]

You should be able to push in the volume knob or raise it up and that should have it resume. You could also try the volume buttons on the steering wheel too to see if that works.

[@pferdeschorshi]

Great video, thanks. have sub'd & bookmarked so that I acn refer back when I get my EV powered version iX1 xDrive30 in July

[@BeamerView]

Congrats on the iX1. The regular X1 here already drives great, I can only imagine how well the i Version will be!

[@saracer]

Great Review ! Thanks I have also some questions and something to share that i dont like on my car ! Questions: 1. Side mirror folding too much on rear gear, is there a way to adjust? 2. I have connection problem with apple carplay time to time, and difficult to reconnect without turn off engine ! 3. Is there a way to connect my car to mobile internet? 4. Is there a way or feature to update i8 software myself? Because time to time i am getting warning of "Limited Assisted Drive" NEGATIVE: 1. Not possible to start car with efficient mode default ! 2. I would replace the volume buttons and channel shifter positions on steering wheel, i dont feel comfortable 3. Voice Isolation is not very well 4. I can smell once i spray liquid to front glass while driving (is that normal?) 5. I experienced rarely car is not locking the doors when i am getting away form it

[@BeamerView]

Hey Erol! Thanks for reaching out! 1. Side mirror folding down cannot be adjusted, unfortunately. You can only deactivate the feature by moving your mirror selector switch to the other side. 2. I have a helpful video that helps with the connection of apple car play. Usually, when updates are made on the iPhone, it tends to mess up the link a bit. Check out my "apple carplay fix" video. It'll give 3-4 valuable tips that help the connection more. 3. Some BMWs are equipped with a mobile wifi hotspot. I would check on your window sticker to see if you have it. If you do, you can get a subscription from T Mobile to use the car's built-in wifWi-Fitspot, if it has it. 4. When an update is ready, the vehicle will notify you when you start or end a trip. The limited assisted drive can turn on when there is snow/ice/debris on the sensors/cameras. I would get that checked out if it's happening in clean conditions. 1. Correct. Due to laws and regulations, the vehicle has to start in the mode that gives the fuel economy on the window sticker, which happens to be personal/comfort mode. It's very dumb, in my opinion, but all BMWs after 2013 were set out to be this way. 2. The volume knob is different from the rest of the BMWs. This and the steering wheel controls will take some time, but it'll get there! You also should be able to use voice commands for many car controls, like skipping tracks, tuning stations, and controlling temperature. 3. Voice isolation will also take some getting used to. BMW only uses high-end acoustic glass on their premium models, such as the 7 series and X7s. 4. Yes, it's normal for the smell of the spray to be smelled. I also usually notice it more when the vehicle is newer, but it's completely safe. 5. I have had another customer bump into the issue where the walk-away/walk-up feature was not working correctly. You could go into the settings and search for COMFORT ACCESS, and try to turn off and back on the function to see if that helps it. Hope this helped you! Let me know if I can help in the future as well =)

[@aaronalquiza9680]

3:30 that is very weird and inconvenient. i'm used to having the fold button on top of the seat. even my previous 2022 x3 had it up there.

[@BeamerView]

Yes, not sure why the X1 is the only one that does it this way. I would prefer that too.

[@asandapasiya9732]

Why is the centre storage compartment only for left hand drive 😢

[@jean-marc9610]

Because most countries drive on the right and correct side of the road :)

[@lauriw4895]

Do you know a way to keep the air in re circulation? I have bad allergies and do not want to have exhaust fumes come in the car in the winter from cars in front of me. I know it is for fogging in the car, but I want to be able to control that.

[@BeamerView]

Unfortunately you can keep it re circulation. It’s a health hazard that way as well.

[@lauriw4895]

@@BeamerView thanks for the reply, it is unfortunate that I can't control the air flow is this beautiful car.

[@bills9780]

I noticed that when I test drove the x1 the auto climate control had a fairly noisy low fan setting. I had to go into manual mode to adjust the fan to a quieter slower speed. Is there a simpler way to do that, say by voice commands?

[@BeamerView]

Yes keeping the climate control in auto and keeping the fan speed low is the best way to keep it. Yes, voice commands can control everything related to climate, you can tell it to reduce the fan speed, or even set a certain temperature.

[@pierrevangrootenbrill7073]

hey man, luv your reviews. I feel like you could be the only one out there in a position to answer the two questions I got about the functioning of the vehicle. First, when the auto H function if depressed and the light's on indicating it's activated and when we switched the engine off, will the feature still be activated upon restarting the engine or do we need to push it again every time ? second, I currently own and drive a 420i fitted out with the automatic transmission ZF and I still got a lever like gear selector that I can switch to sport mode pulling it to the left. I like this function especially when I approached an intersection or roundabout when I know I will need to slow down and possibly stop my car to wait for an opportunity to enter traffic safely. Unfortunately I know that the start stop function will kick in and this will make me lose precious split second needed when moving off from stationary into traffic. Right now with my car, once the gearbox is in sport mode it deactivates the start stop function. Do you think it works the same way in the BMW X1 using the toggle ? THX

[@BeamerView]

Thanks for reaching out! The last time I checked, Auto H does stay on and you should only have to press it once and never again. The Sport transmission mode works well in those situations but the only down side is that for the new X1 it works a bit differently. Some of the BMWs with the new shifter do have the Sport gearing mode but the X1 you'll see that instead of it being D/S it'll say D/L. L I believe stands for LOW GEAR so it may not work exactly like the Sport Gearing mode, but I want to say that using this mode as lower speeds may also work in conjunction with the auto/start stop feature being off. You could of course always go into sport mode, and I also advise setting up the auto start stop feature as a shortcut on the idrive 8 screen, you can see your shortcuts by swiping down from the top of the screen, this makes it easy to deactivate.

[@michielfm]

Great vid! Question, my taillights don’t light up fully when I unlock the car, only the outside part that is not on the trunk of each light lights up. Is this because I don’t have adaptive LED option or something?

[@BeamerView]

I do believe that it is suppose to be setup that way. Other options such as adaptive LEDs would only pertain to the front and I dont believe the effect the lights turning on since its more just the turning signals lighting up for BMW. If you want to check in settings. There is a menu located where you can control the lights turning on and off. It is usually either on or off completely but its worth looking into.

[@kingkofi11]

Can you start the car with the key?

[@BeamerView]

Some vehicles depending on the country or state you can. Triple clicking the lock button on the key fob will allow this, you may have to enable the feature inside climate control settings too.

[@ZoneCrasher]

Does it have a fake grille? It would be an overkill and for more stuff to break if it opens automatically only when the engine is getting too hot.

[@BeamerView]

Active grille such as all the other BMWs, one would think that but they have been very reliable the last few years and I barely heard of any issues regarding them.

[@xristosemmanouil5494]

Nice and helpful review thanks. I was between formentor and x1 and i preferred this one .

[@BeamerView]

Good choice! X1 is a blast to drive. You'll love it!

[@AnilKumarPilla-s7m]

Does it have cornering lights which turns on/off automatically when taking sharp left / right turns?

[@BeamerView]

Correct, not sure on the exact turn radius it does this but I'm sure any 90 degree turn you would be doing, they would turn on.

[@paulvon2378]

does this car have Spotify?

[@BeamerView]

You can get spotify with a built in app or use it from apple carplay or andriod auto. Just note you have to have spotify premium.

[@Dizzy-g4h]

Where can you see the battery level?

[@BeamerView]

Battery level will not show in the system unfortunately.

[@venkiteswaranpallavoorrama591]

Thanks for the detailed tutorial, getting mine in 2-3 weeks and your video has amped up the excitement. The Parking plus that comes with the Premium package - does that guarantee the self park feature will be available?

[@BeamerView]

Yes, any BMW that has the parking assistance plus (birds eye / 3D view) should have self parking as well. This combo dates back the last 5-6 years now. Self park is really nice to have too, just be careful of curbs because it may not always detect them.

[@venkiteswaranpallavoorrama591]

@@BeamerView awesome! Will keep an eye out for the curb always

[@patrickbloemen3603]

Thx , get mine in 4 weeks , but i have the 3 touring now , so i know some things , thx , i save the video

[@BeamerView]

Congrats, I should be getting mine in around the same time as well =) Wait is a killer!

[@Danielm316]

I text you on another video asking you how to confirm wether or not they made a mistake on my x1 2022 with Xline premium package space silver that the side view mirror did not come with the glossy black and the aluminum trim instead is just black plastic I have seen many videos with x1 with xline trim different colors but they all have the glossy black. I also don’t have the sliding rear seats I thought all model will have that too ? Can you help me out how to confirm this and how to reach out bmw to complain about this . Thank you hope to hear from you or anyone out there

[@BeamerView]

Contact the dealer about getting charged twice, I'm not sure what happened there but make sure you do it sooner rather than later because things can get tricky after you've had a vehicle for a while. In terms of the side mirror finish. I do know BMW changing the type of finish sometimes on the side mirrors and grille to make it more of a matte like finish. This is done to reduce fingerprints and what not. This I would also bring up to the dealer, and maybe their production manager would know about any part changes that could've happened. The rear sliding seats I've only seen on the last generation X1s, the X1s got a full redesign done for 2023 and they are very different compared to the 2021 or 2022 X1

[@Danielm316]

Thank you so much for your reply I will contact the dealer as I do remember seeing a video where they were showing an adjustible rear seat on x1 2023

[@LeeTaiKwun1668]

Thank you so much for the video. It’s very detailed and helpful. 1) any gesture control on the new i8 info system ? 2 )where to find the odometer to check the mileage you have already driven since the BC button is deleted ? 3 )on the air flow icon, how to select the air flow mode for the passenger which is separate the air flow from the driver ? 4 ) after I’ve started the engine, do I need to press down to release the electric brake button before I drive away ? Thanks

[@BeamerView]

Thanks for the Questions! 1. Yes, Gesture control is available but not on the X1 at this time. 2. Odometer is located by using the "Gear" Icon on the right side of the steering wheel in the video. You can cycle through different contents like you could with the BC button. 3. It should also be in climate control settings. I didn't get a chance to check it, but I may have had to slide the screen over a bit. 4. For all new BMWs you can actually drive away without releasing the electric brake. As soon as you begin to go, it'll disengage on its own.

[@LeeTaiKwun1668]

@@BeamerView thank you so much for all these information. It’s very helpful. I appreciate it.

[@BeamerView]

@@LeeTaiKwun1668 anytime. Subscribe if you haven’t already so I can answer your next question! :)

[@mtntm5628]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This video is so so helpful and I am happy to become a new subscriber and also view and like all of your other videos on this car. I just got a 2023 X1 and I’m overwhelmed by all the features. A product specialist has worked with us for a couple of hours but there’s still so much to learn and know. One basic thing I am still not sure of, and would really appreciate an answer to. Can I lock myself out of this car? Is there a way to ensure that it won’t lock if the key is inside?

[@BeamerView]

Thanks for the sub! You cannot lock yourself out at least you should not be allowed to. I would highly recommend setting up the MY BMW App on your phone, if you ever do which the chances are very rare, you can use your App to unlock the car. You can say for example lock one of your two keys in the car by using the other to lock it in. You may also accidentally lock it in by having the walk away feature on in your MY BMW APP, its called passive entry, this is the most common way it happens.

[@mtntm5628]

Thanks so much. I do have my phone set up and it worked great to open the car when I tested it.

[@nectius123]

I had a test drive with 2 x1s and I couldn't feel much difference between the system with Harman Kardon and without it. I have good ears and on the driver seat I literally couldn't feel any difference on the default sound settings. After some research learned that not all models have increased speaker count with Harman Kardon. Also base sound system is Hifi it self on new X1s. If anyone can confirm I would be really glad.

[@BeamerView]

Hey Leo! I personally can tell the difference but I will say a lot goes into play from your music source too. Say for example the type of song you're playing and where you're playing it from. Anything that plays on the radio will never sound as good as if it were played on spotify. And even music that is played from Spotify premium is noticeably different than the free version of spotify. I have spent some time with it and I can confirm that HK does have a more crisp feel to it. I personally would spend the extra 800 or so bucks and get it if you do enjoy music being played in your vehicle. Also to note, HK actually makes the hi-fi system too but they don't brand it as so =)

[@may3026]

can i ask how to switch from rear view camera to front view.

[@BeamerView]

It'll shift to the front view from reverse to DRIVE. You can also press the Parking Assistance button near the shifter.

[@may3026]

@@BeamerView somehow it’s stuck on rear view camera. i also press parking assist but nothing happen. thanking you for replying so quick.

[@christinad1651]

Thank you. I purchased an X1 in December and am still waiting for it. It should be in Canada tomorrow, I should receive it some time next week.

[@BeamerView]

Congrats on the X1! The new one is one of the best BMWs ever made. It drives amazing and serves great practical purposes. Reach out if you ever have any questions!

[@nicksaunders9292]

But how do i turn off the side mirrors LED light that shines the BMW logo on the floor off?

[@BeamerView]

That you may not be able to, if there was a new way to do it, you would have to go into exterior lighting in the menu screen. You would have to swap out the BMW lights for standard ones.

[@michaelk6275]

Excellent review. Could you please review the adaptive cruise control.

[@BeamerView]

Have to do one with the new iDrive 8! Here's one done with iDrive 7 though! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKXEpnWjirZqd80

[@andrevangijsel957]

Do you also have a video about the drive settings for the x1 xdrive30e hybrid?

[@BeamerView]

For the hybrid not yet!

[@mikeschtube]

Thanks for your great tutorial. Still having the former version of the X1, where I can temporarily turn off the complete control display. Does the new X1 still have this feature ? I couldn’t find any hint to it in the video.

[@BeamerView]

Yes, there is a way to do it. I am assuming that you mean what the option key used to do for the last generation BMW X one. The way that you would accomplish this for the newer vehicle as you would click and hold on the screen, that would give option to turn off the control display.

[@mikeschtube]

👍 Thanks ! Good to hear, that this is still possible.

[@ticklebearnj]

Loved your video, how do you use and display the radio preset buttons for Sirius FM/AM?

[@BeamerView]

I would try pressing and holding on the station you wish to preset, then add to preset. Once you have 1 setup it should now bring up a presets menu when you go into media.

[@callez2402]

Girly gear shift ;)

[@BeamerView]

Elegant I would sayyy =)

[@shambekelamatheus6899]

Very useful thank you. Can you please do a video of the x1 sdrive off road capabilities

[@BeamerView]

Not enough demand for the sdrives and the fact that bmw's actually used for off roading. From what I've put together I personally wouldn't recommend sdrive and off-roading. I would rather opt in for xdrive if its something you would be doing on the regular. sdrive will be okay here and there for minor off road situations but nothing aggressive.

[@Dpr3cords]

Do a video on service reset, as I do not see the BC button from the last modle

[@BeamerView]

Will do, I know for idrive 8 they made it more difficult to get to compared to the last generation!

[@henryvizconde2403]

Great tips! I'm waiting for mine... Hopefully end of January. Is it worth doing a ceramic coating on a new one?

[@BeamerView]

Most cases you'll be fine if you park in a garage, if you feel that your vehicle will get hit with tree sap or bird droppings i would advise doing so. That or if you have children that you think may drop things on the interior, it could help with spills as well.

[@ionutzyankoo]

Hi Henry. If I may ask, when did you order the car bcoz end of January looks very good considering what delivery periods I am hearing about recently.

[@henryvizconde2403]

@@ionutzyankoo I just got a call that there's another month of delay but they will give me a car to use while waiting as they have 1 series

[@gabrieleraba7753]

Thank you! There's a way to disable the alarm? Not only one but forever? Thanks

[@BeamerView]

Unfortunately not! Safety thing.

[@gaetanodechiara2675]

Hi, great video. It helped me a lot because at BMW they don't explain that much. When is it best to use the gearbox in the L position? Does the car have to be stationary to go from L to D? Thank you

[@BeamerView]

Glad this helped you! Yes it's easier to learn when going at your own pace that's for sure. It is completely fine to go from L to D and vice versa. However I would prefer to do this at lower speeds since you'll feel the engine braking harder at higher speeds. The L mode stands for LOW, which is short for LOW GEAR. Great to use if you're doing some off roading, going up and down steep hills, also great for towing when you're trying to get up to speed or slow down. Here's a link to some more info > www.landroverparamus.com/when-to-use-low-gear/#:~:text=Shifting%20into%20low%20gear%20when,the%20strain%20on%20your%20brakes!

[@gaetanodechiara2675]

Thanks a lot@@BeamerView