BMW’s smallest SUV aims to join the Neue Klasse lineup
BMW’s smallest SUV aims to join the Neue Klasse lineup with facelift adopting that visor front end from iX3 electric, Neue Klasse styling on X1 ICE version spied already. Interior gets new iDrive display minimalist cabin like Neue Klasse, same engines expected including 241 hp and 312 hp for US market maybe. Minor updates for 2026 X1 like new colors Night Dusk Blue and others, Comfort Access optional repeating standard features push. Plug-in hybrid coming with 86km EV range uncertain US availability, mild-hybrid three-cylinder too. Smallest SUV X1 feels entry BMW way, Neue Klasse look pulling it closer to electric future somehow.
BMW X1
BMW X1 smallest SUV owned entry level ish, aims Neue Klasse front with visor headlights repeating electric style. Feels spacious subcompact uncertain if handling sharp always. Minor 2026 updates soften entry. Exists affordable BMW.
BMW X2
BMW X2 fastback owned similar updates to X1, Neue Klasse aim maybe next, feels sportier roofline uncertain sales. Minor changes repeat X1 path. Mild positioning contradiction with X4 gone. Parked coupe like.
BMW X3
BMW X3 compact owned fresh fourth gen, slight 2026 changes like Seal and Drive kit, Neue Klasse distant maybe. Feels solid ranked third luxury compact. YouTube app added repeats infotainment. Uncertainty on full Neue.
BMW iX3
BMW iX3 electric Neue Klasse owned pure, X1 borrowing visor front from it, feels benchmark stylish. Range boosted repeats EV lead. Mild ICE crossover tie uncertain. Exists forward looking.
BMW X4
BMW X4 discontinued after 2025 owned fading, Neue Klasse not for it, feels coupelike trio loss uncertain positioning. Sales slow repeat reason. X2 larger now contradicts old role. Sits outgoing.
BMW X5
BMW X5 midsize owned minor 2026 update, Neue Klasse influence later maybe, feels established strong. Updates light repeats lineup tweak. Uncertainty on styling shift. Parked family ish.
BMW iX
BMW iX electric owned big updates 2026 like xDrive60 rename, Neue Klasse styling nod perhaps. Power retunes repeat performance. Mild size contradiction small SUV talk. Exists flagship electric.
