What we liked most about the x1 was the spacious interior feel of the car. It looks small but feels just right when you are sitting in it.
We've had a number of BMW's - 3's, 5's, x5's, and I don't feel like I'm settling on a cheapo BMW with this one. It's a nice little package.

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2005 325xiT Jet Black / Beige - current daily driver
2010 528xi Saphire Black/Black/Dark Poplar - retired
2008 528xi Saphire Black / Oyster/ 6sp manual - retired
2003 330cic Jet Black / Natural Brown - retired
2001 X-5 3.0 Titanium Siver /Black - retired
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