BMW has made very few changes to the X1 for 2021: SiriusXM satellite radio is now standard, and LED fog lamps are no longer part of the optional Convenience or Premium packages. Also, BMW won't let customers order the sports seats as a standalone option anymore. You have to select the M Sport pack if you want them.
Pros Peppy turbo four, crisp handling, practical interior.
Cons Unsupportive standard front seats, aging infotainment interface, bland styling.
The 2021 BMW X1 is an appealing crossover with hatchback moves, but keep a lid on options for the better value.
Pros Turbocharged punch Nimble around-town handling Good transmission Comfy front seats Reasonably large cargo area
Cons Stodgy vs. expressive rivals Rear-seat leg room Infotainment’s clunky controller Chintzy interior bits Can get expensive
The 2021 BMW X1's #1 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the BMW X1 has a score of 8.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Sporty handling Potent engine Intuitive infotainment system Large cargo hold
Cons Firm ride Some low-rent cabin materials
Blind-spot monitor and auto-dimming exterior mirrors are now standard.F Sport Black Line trim level added to the NX 300h lineup.Part of the first NX generation introduced for 2015.
Pros Great fuel economy for a luxury crossover Back seat has enough room for adults Very quiet cabin at highway speeds
Cons Infotainment interface can be distracting to use Limited cargo capacity
The 2021 Lexus NX Hybrid's #9 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. Currently the Lexus NX Hybrid has a score of 7.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Gentle ride Good gas mileage Spacious interior Top-notch predicted reliability rating
Cons Distracting Remote Touch controller Small cargo hold Sluggish highway acceleration Heavy body lean around turns
Even though the subcompact NX is on the far side of the age curve, Lexus hasn't made any major changes to it for 2021. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is now standard, as are power-folding exterior mirrors with an auto-dimming function. Inside, Lexus has tweaked the NX's steering wheel and tachometer designs.
Pros Chiseled styling, proper SUV seating height, spacious interior.
Cons Fussy infotainment controller, middle-of-the-pack acceleration, starting to show its age.
