The 2026 BMW X1 and X2 updates bring PHEV and MHEV power

BMW Australia has confirmed driving changes to its popular X1 and X2 compact SUVs ahead of initial customer deliveries in mid-2026.

The BMW X1 2026 and 2026 BMW series

At the same time, the entry-level eDrive20 versions of the iX1 and iX2 electric vehicles (EVs) have been discontinued for the Australian market, although xDrive30 variants of the small electric SUVs now receive new silicon carbide (SiC) inverters that improve performance, power density and range.

Additionally, higher standard specifications have been applied across the range, along with price adjustments depending on the variant – some are higher, some are lower.

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2026 BMW X1 and iX1

The biggest change for the X1/iX1 range is the addition of the xDrive25e PHEV. This means that plug-in hybrid drive technology is available locally in the German brand’s premium compact SUV for the first time.

By combining the base model’s 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine with an 80kW electric motor and 14.2kWh battery, the BMW X1 xDrive25e offers a system output of 180kW/477Nm and an electric range of 78-86km according to WLTP. It also accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in a claimed 6.8 seconds.

The new X1 PHEV supports up to 11 kW AC charging as standard, including single and three-phase power. For the maximum tariff, BMW specifies a full charging time of just one hour and 45 minutes.

A new base variant of the It now produces 125kW/280Nm compared to its predecessor’s more modest 115kW/230Nm.

BMW’s switch to EU6e ​​powertrains adds a petrol particulate filter (PPF), which now means the M35i versions of the X1 and X2 have seen a 12kW power reduction, in line with European models.

However, in addition to the standard equipment of its predecessor, the sDrive18i, the entry-level variant now has heated front seats and electric front seat adjustment with memory presets – these functions were previously optional equipment. If you choose the xDrive25e, you will also receive the M Sport package with 19-inch alloy wheels (instead of 18 inches) as well as the complete Driving Assistant Professional active safety package.

Prices

The starting price has increased by $3,300, while the PHEV is $3,100 more expensive than the previous petrol-only xDrive20i. Prices for the iX1 xDrive30 and X1 M35i xDrive are the same for 2026.