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BMW has unveiled the 2016 BMW X1. This is the second generation of the crossover.

The new X1 now gets a more SUV type stance while its predecessor appeared more on the station wagon side. It gets a new front bumper with a prominent grille. It also gets plastic body cladding and new rear stylish tail lamps. There is also a roof mounted spoiler. All LED headlights can be ordered as an option.

The new X1 will be available in three trim levels: Sport Line, xLine and M Sport. The M Sport trim gets a body get and sporty 18 inch alloy wheels.

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On the interior, the new X1 gets a driver focussed dashboard.  Standard equipment includes air conditioning, an audio system with USB and AUX-in sockets, and the iDrive operating system, whose 6.5-inch display is integrated into the instrument panel in free standing monitor form. Rear knee room has been increased by 37 mm and boot space now stands at 505 litres, 85 litres more than the older car. The rear seats fold down in a 40:20:40 split which increases boot capacity to 1,550 litres.

The new X1 also gets  the Driving Assistant Plus line-up of the Active Cruise Control system with Stop & Go function, Lane Departure Warning, Traffic Jam Assistant, Collision Warning, Heads Up Display and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking function.

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At launch BMW will offer the new X1 with a choice of 2.0 litre 4 four cylinder engines which will comprise of three diesel and 2 petrol units. Power from the engines will range from 150 to 231 horsepower. The will be mated to  either a six-speed manual gearbox or an eight-speed Steptronic gearbox.

Expect the new X1 to hit Indian shores later this year.