A series of videos of the BMW X1 shows its production line, including pressing, welding, painting and final assembly at the Leipzig facilities.
The new X1 was presented at the 2009 Frankfurt motor show and will soon reach its target of manufacturing 300 vehicles a day.
The SUV will be available from October in 12 versions, with various kits including Base, Eletta, Attiva and Futura, with prices commencing from 33,600 euros.
Among the engines available are a petrol unit and two diesels: the 2.
0D at 177 hp and 350 Nm, the 2.
0D Twin Turbo with 204 hp and 400 Nm, and the 3.
0i with 258 hp and 310 Nm.
The smaller diesel engine is available both with rear wheel and all wheel xDrive, with six-speed transmission.
In the future 18i and 18d versions will emerge at a lower price of about 29,500 euros.