2020 BMW X1 - MINI REVIEW, PROS & CONS, WORTH IT?

[@RaychelD2400]

Just so you know, you actually can see a digital speedometer on that car. If you press the top button on the turn signal lever, you keep pressing it down it will show you a bunch of different options on the dash until you just see two numbers or (zero if you're stopped) with mph/kph, and that is your digital speedometer. 😊hope that helps for future

[@georgegarcia566]

You’re exactly right. We want the X1, but no blind spot detection...? At that price: Not gonna happen.

[@LValiquette]

YES! I really don't understand why it's not even optional.

[@bobbyshabangu]

Just bought one early this week and I do agree with you it's a great car indeed.

[@LValiquette]

It’s very nice!

[@franz3091]

Hi to Vancouver! Nice video from a different point of view. You are right with a few remarks, what annoys most is the price policy of BMW. But all in all it's a fine car and I ordered one that is to be delivered next summer. And as a 6,3 tall guy I don't have visibility problems. Thank you for your lovely comments and best wishes from the home of BMW - Germany.

[@LValiquette]

Hello to you in Germany! What car did you end up ordering? The X1? Yes, I’m nowhere near 6’3...so I need the seat to go up as high as possible😂. Hope that you are staying safe and healthy over there!

[@franz3091]

Good morning LValiquette! Yes, I bought an X 1 with a few nice features. Actually I'm driving an Audi Q 3, also a fine car. But the new Audi is not that what I want, and a lot more expansive. By the way, the prices in Canada are much cheaper. I don't know why, but the exchange rate is not the main reason. Good luck with your I 3 and of course, stay safe. The corona situation is terrible, in Germany too.

[@larryg6865]

I’m leasing a base model X1 love the way it drives. I might buy it at the end of the lease.

[@mypoortom]

🥰 I like your review so much. I'm planning to buy an X1 model year 2020 in Sweden. Your video provides informative inputs for me. Especially I do agree about the height of driver seat. BMW must give extra height, as not all people are 1.90m.

[@LValiquette]

Lol! Yes, totally agree about the height statement!

[@tofutrader]

I just got my X1, I love it so much. I really do wish I could get the blind spot detection. I came from a Mazda 3 hatchback and even that had blind spot detection. But overall this car is really good value for the money.

[@LValiquette]

Yes, I agree with you! It is a good value for the price. Happy to hear you are enjoying it!

[@rabfallon4507]

I just bought one. I had to special order as all the dealer X1s don't have wireless charging , and I wanted that . Only downside is you can't upgrade the stereo due to the chip shortage . I should have it in 6 weeks , and I worked the dealer down $1600

[@LValiquette]

Congrats on your new x1! I had the chance to drive the x3 for a few days and I have to say, the wireless charging is an awesome option.

[@rabfallon4507]

@@LValiquette Update . The idiots at Runsak BMW never ordered my car. But BMW Beverly Hills had one in stock and knocked $6 grand off the price if I bought today. It was a no brainer. So I got an X1 with Premium Pkg for $35 grand brand new . Everything happens for a reason

[@dealman3312]

Thanks for the review, you did a great job. I think the x1 is great. Having owned bmw products for 20 years I do believe the Mini Countryman S is a little better. They are built on the same platform with the same engine. The countryman is more of a sporty drive and boxier.

[@blackbikerboots123]

Excellent review and video-I was really undecided between the x1 and x3. After seeing many reviews on both and especially your video, Im going for the x3, possibly slightly used with low mileage to pay about the same as a new x1. Its so bad on BMW not to include or have the blind spot monitoring, that's pretty basic on a majority of cars, my NIssan Rogue has it and so much more. I also like the feel of sitting higher and the SUV feel so the x1 is definately out. Thank you for your review/video. Greetings from Winnipeg

[@LValiquette]

Yes, good call on the x3! I actually had to take my car in for a tire change and they gave me an x3 as a loaner car - it was amazing. It really was an upgraded version of the x1, which so much more room. Hope you are staying well!

[@michaelgoh5830]

Thanks for the review and for highlighting the things the you do not like about the X1. Yes, not being able to option blind spot monitor is a deal breaker for me. Most vehicles have this either as a standard feature or an option. Otherwise, it is still a great SUV, though the dash and centre console do look dated.

[@LValiquette]

Yes, I agree about the dash and centre console being outdated. But, all in all a great small SUV!

[@jeffthomas5583]

I own an X1, Bmw doesn’t offer blind spot montering in X1 or X2 because of the design of both vehicles, sounds suspect to me

[@LValiquette]

Yes! So strange why they don't offer it as an option!

[@CatAndrina7]

Thanks for this review girl! You have become my go-to guru for all things luxury, so this review means a lot to me. I have wanted a BMW for years...years...but after doing my research, I found the repair and costs where too much for me. I decided to go with a Subaru instead and LOVE it. Do you find you have a lot of repairs with your BMW?

[@LValiquette]

Aww, thank you for your support with my channel - I appreciate it so much! This is my first repair with my BMW. The heated seat was not working, so they had to replace it. I've heard that the repairs on cars past their warranty or older cars can be costly. New BMW's have a 4 year warranty (which i think might be standard in the car industry?) so mine was still under it. I've heard Subaru's are great! What did model did you end up purchasing?

[@Breonaleonard]

Your reason for not getting a bmw is the same conclusion I just came to! They’re my favorite cars, but I decided on an Audi instead🤗

[@LValiquette]

@@Breonaleonard nice! Audi's are gorgeous!

[@dealman3312]

If you get the 2017 or higher x1 it’s very reliable. The engine was replaced with the b48 which doesn’t have the timing chain issue. Good luck

[@georgegarcia566]

You should do more car reviews

[@milindbhatt5155]

Really nice and to-the-point review! Just one suggestion, please buy some nice quality go-pro or similar recording device.

[@LValiquette]

Thanks for the suggestion! I definitely should invest in a go pro!

[@choonkwanglim5332]

Totally agree with the seat buckle!

[@LValiquette]

LMAO - yes, it's so annoying!

[@ella_encantada]

Off topic but those earrings are great! Details please?

[@LValiquette]

Thank you! I always get questions on these! They are from American Eagle - bit.ly/32GWpOw. Hope the link works!

[@Kayla_alsinax3]

Can you compare the bmw x1 to your brothers Mazda cx5. I am trying to decide between the two. They are both the same price but would like to know which one is more reliable and has the best features

[@dannyyin9663]

The X1 is definitely a bit smaller but the engine and transmission are much nicer. The fuel efficiency is better on the X1. The reliability is probably roughly comparable.

[@FlyBeautyx]

can you do a video about the jeep cherokee? i was actually looking into getting one after having it for a rental. Would love to know how it is from a non car channel!

[@LValiquette]

Oh really?! I have always loved Jeeps and so has my husband, but we have had quite a few issues with it. If I can steal it away from him sometime during Christmas break I'll do a video on it!

[@FlyBeautyx]

@@LValiquette I’ve never had one so i’ve been trying to watch videos but all i’ve found are on grand cherokees 🙃 what year do you have?

[@MrsRako]

I’m not sure about your location but here in Australia I have a friend who owns a car yard. He says that every time he sells a Jeep he and his colleagues take bets on how soon it’ll come back to the service centre with problems. BTW I was told this after I showed interest in buying one myself because I loved it too.

[@catali033]

Great video! You did such a great job reviewing it, do you have any other cars to review? Haha. I feel like Audi is having a moment. There are so many on the road now in the Northeast US, at least. Do you have any family or friends with an Audi and do they love it?

[@LValiquette]

Thank you! Cars are not my domain haha. My good friend has had his Audi Q5 for a long time and really likes it. My cousin had the Audi E-tron and I loved riding in it. I like the majority of their designs, very sleek!

[@eatem7]

Vancouver!!!

[@LValiquette]

Yes! 👍🏽

[@HelloHarley]

What do you mean just the two of you? What about me?

[@LValiquette]

Well, Andrew will won't want to be around us too long hahaha, so you're obviously riding shotgun. There is room for Harley and Bean too!

[@HelloHarley]

@@LValiquette why not🥺 he’s MY dad!!!

[@DogMomStephanie]

Omg, why has your car been in the shop so long? It’s only a couple years old so that seems odd. I parted ways with my Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. I loved it but after 9 or 10 recalls it gets aggravating. Really the aggravating part is that Jeep dealerships in south Texas are awful! They have the worst service of any business I’ve ever experienced. I lived in another state when I bought it and service was good. All that to say that I went the Lexus route and the service is great. I’ll stay with Lexus or another luxury brand for the service.

[@LValiquette]

My heated seat on the drivers side was having some issues. I think because is electric, it took longer to get the parts shipped in? OMG, the Jeep has had so many recalls! That's terrible that the service at the dealerships are so awful - that's a major deal breaker for me! Lexus' are amazing. It's funny because two of my friends have SUV's by them and in one friend's the seat was so hard (albeit, i don't have much butt for cushion) and the other the seat was so comfy haha! I've heard they are super reliable. Maybe I'll have to go the Lexus route.

[@DogMomStephanie]

My seats are pretty comfy and I have no junk in the trunk for padding either. 😂

[@akidfms1106]

If you come to kuala lumpur i will bring you a coffee

[@jibalesha2064]

Does all X1 model has panoramic sunroof ?

[@LValiquette]

No, it's an option you have to add on.

[@HelloHarley]

Can you adopt me please????

[@LValiquette]

When are you moving here?! Stop playing with me!