BMW X1 2015 vs Subaru XV 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW X1) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Subaru XV) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 196 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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BMW X1 is more dynamic to drive. BMW X1 engine produces 40 HP more power than Subaru XV, whereas torque is 204 NM more than Subaru XV. Thanks to more power BMW X1 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | 6.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The BMW X1 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW X1 consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru XV, which means that by driving the BMW X1 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 255 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW X1 consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru XV. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1240 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 1380 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| 960 km with real consumption | 750 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW X1 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 183 mm (7.2 inches) | 220 mm (8.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru XV can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW 2 sērija | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Subaru Forester, Subaru Impreza, Subaru Legacy | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Subaru XV might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW X1 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW X1 2015 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW X1 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.44 m | 4.45 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.57 m | |
| BMW X1 is 1 cm shorter than the Subaru XV, 4 cm wider, while the height of BMW X1 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1550 litres | 1270 litres | |
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BMW X1 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW X1 has 125 litres more trunk space than the Subaru XV. The Subaru XV may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X1 (by 280 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X1 is 0.8 metres more than that of the Subaru XV, which means BMW X1 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`145 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Subaru XV scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 000 | 14 800 | |
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