2013 BMW X1 Priced from $31,545 in the States, More than $6,000 Less than the Base X3

After the first photos, we now have official details and U.S. pricing for the facelifted 2013 BMW X1, which debut at the New York Auto Show and reach dealerships across the country this fall (and not in the summer, as BMW originally stated).

The X1 will be offered in the States for the first time since its introduction in 2009. It will be available in three models, the rear-wheel drive X1 sDrive28i priced at $31,545, and the all-wheel drive X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, priced at $33,245 and $39,345 respectively, with all prices including an $895 Destination and Handling fee.

In comparison, the 2012 X3 xDrive28i that’s propelled by a 240hp 3.0-liter naturally aspirated-six starts at $37,995, while the 300hp xDrive35i at $43,595, again including an $895 destination and handling fee.

Both the sDrive28i and xDrive28i are powered by BMW’s new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine delivering 240-horses, while the xDrive35i gets a 3.0-liter turbocharged six with 300hp.

Regardless of the engine choice, all X1’s get an automatic gearbox and a Brake Energy Regeneration system, while the 2.0L turbo models also feature a Start and Stop system as standard.

Changes brought by the facelift include some minor styling tweaks up front and at the rear along with new colors and trims for the interior.

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