BMW X1
BMW X1
sDrive 20i
 
Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander
2.5L VXR Hybrid
AED 205,900
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BMW X1 vs Toyota Highlander Comparison

Overview: BMW X1 vs Highlander

Brand BMW Toyota
SRP* N/A AED 205,900 Highlander Price
Variant BMW X1 sDrive 20i Highlander 2.5L VXR Hybrid
User Rating 4.7 BMW X1 reviews 4.6 Highlander reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Hybrid Hybrid Cars in UAE
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type SUV SUV Cars in UAE SUV SUV Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Engine Displacement 1997 cc 2498 cc
Torque 270 Nm -
Power 184 240hp
Top Speed 205 kmph Km/h -
Drive Type 4x2 AWD
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.7/5
10 reviews
4.6/5
19 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • From Test Drive to Travel Buddy

    After months of research, I took the BMW X1 for a test drive at the new dealership, and that sold me instantly. The panoramic glass roof made the interior feel wide and airy, while the heads-up display let me check speed without looking down. Parking assist was a lifesaver in a crowded shopping mall lot. The wireless phone charging pad feels like a true upgrade from my last car. One weekend, we loaded up for a drive and everyone commented on the comfy seats and clear Harman Kardon sound. For those wanting premium touches with everyday usefulness, X1 balances both with style.

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    Salman Aug 12, 2025
  • Big and Comfortable

    My Toyota Highlander has been a blessing for family trips. The three-row seating is exactly what I needed for my family, and everyone sits comfortably without feeling packed in. The engine has enough power to handle both highway cruising and occasional off-road routes. I like the smooth drive, it feels big on the outside but easy to handle behind the wheel. The features are also well thought out, from Apple CarPlay to multiple USB points, which keeps the kids entertained and devices charged. AC vents are provided for every row, which is a life-saver during the summer. Yes, fuel consumption is higher, but it’s fair for this size. If you want comfort and space, it’s really worth considering.

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    Z
    Zuhair Aug 28, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like

Nicely equipped

Spacious for its class

Refined drive quality

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Refined driving experience

A long list of features

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Things we don't like

Over-dependence on touchscreen

Expensive

Clumsy rear seat folding

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Size is big for new drivers

Performance at higher speeds

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Engine and Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 8-Speed --
Drive Type 4x2 AWD
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection --
Compression Ratio 10.0:1 --
Engine 2.0 L 2.5L
Secondary Engine Fuel Type -- Electric
Emission -- Yes
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Performance

Engine Displacement 1997 cc 2498 cc
Power 184 240hp
Torque 270 Nm --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Top Speed 205 kmph Km/h --
Mileage City 8.7 kmpl 19.3 kmpl
Mileage Highway 5.2 kmpl --
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 420 L L --
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 63 L L 65 L
Length 4454 mm mm 4966 mm
Ground Clearance 193 mm mm --
Width 1798 mm mm 1930 mm
Height 1545 mm mm 1755 mm
Wheel Base 2760 mm mm --
No Of Doors 5 5
Kerb Weight 1585 kg kg --
Gross Weight -- 2950 kg
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Power Electric
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut --
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch 20 Inch
Steering Column Adjustable --
Tyre Size 225/50 R17 235/55 R20
Rear Suspension Multi-Link --
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion --
Tyre Type Radial Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size R17 --
Turning Radius 11.3 m --
Adjustable Steering Column Yes --
Shock Absorbers Type Coil Spring --
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Disc
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Safety

Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes --
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Ebd Yes --
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror No Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera No --
Parking Sensors Yes Front and Rear Front and Rear
Crash Sensor Yes --
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes --
Cruise Control Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Lane Change Indicator -- Yes
Driver Knee Airbag -- Yes
Auto Hold -- Yes
Blind Spot Warning -- Yes
Curtain Airbags -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Emergency Stop Signal -- Yes
Lane Departure Warning System -- Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Lane Tracing Assist -- Yes
Intelligent High Beam -- Yes
Pre Collision System -- Yes
First Aid Kit -- Yes
Hill Start Assist -- Yes
No Of Airbag -- 7 7
Fire Extinguisher -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No --
Engine Start/Stop Button No Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front Yes --
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Additional Features Yes --
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Centre Console Armrest -- Yes
Driver Memory Function Seat -- Yes
Usb charger -- Yes
Head-Up Display -- Yes
Remote Engine Start -- Yes
Power Passenger Seat -- Yes
Power Driver Seat -- Yes
Driving Modes -- EV, Eco, Sport, Normal EV, Eco, Sport, Normal
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
CD Player Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
DVD Player No --
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes Yes
Additional Features Yes --
Wireless Charger -- Yes
Touch Screen Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
Android Auto -- Yes
Apple Carplay -- Yes
Numbers of Speakers -- 11 11
Portable Charging Cable -- Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No --
Rain Sensing Wiper No Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Washer Yes --
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Wheel Covers No --
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No --
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Roof Carrier No --
Sun Roof No Yes
Moon Roof No --
Side Stepper No --
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Roof Rail Yes Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener Yes --
Headlamp Type HID HID LED LED
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
LED DRL -- Yes
Tail Lamp Type -- LED LED
Shark fin antenna -- Yes
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Interior

Digital Clock -- Yes
Ambient Light -- Yes
Leather Gear Knob -- Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes --
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes --
Digital Odometer -- Yes
Ventilated Seat -- Yes
Spare Wheel -- Yes
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BMW X1 vs Toyota Highlander FAQs

Q. Which Car has more safety features between BMW X1 vs Toyota Highlander?

A. X1 safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Anti-Theft Alarm, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Cruise Control, Door Ajar Warning and Engine Immobilizer

Highlander safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Driver Airbag, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, Lane Change Indicator, Driver Knee Airbag, Auto Hold, Blind Spot Warning, Curtain Airbags, Electric Parking Brake, Emergency Stop Signal, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Lane Tracing Assist, Intelligent High Beam, Pre Collision System, First Aid Kit, Hill Start Assist and Fire Extinguisher

The Toyota Highlander has higher number of sefety features than X1, hence Toyota Highlander is more safer than BMW X1.

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Q. Which Car has more comfort features between X1 vs Highlander?

A. X1 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Heated Seats - Front, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Remote Trunk Opener, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry and Additional Features

Highlander comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Remote Trunk Opener, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry, Centre Console Armrest, Driver Memory Function Seat, Usb charger, Head-Up Display, Remote Engine Start, Power Passenger Seat and Power Driver Seat

The Toyota Highlander has higher number of comfort features than X1, hence Toyota Highlander is more comfortable than BMW X1.

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Q. Which is bigger X1 or Highlander?

A. The X1 dimensions are 4454 mm mm length, 1798 mm mm width, 1545 mm mm height while the Highlander dimensions are 4966 mm length, 1930 mm width, 1755 mm height. Hence the Highlander is more longer more wider and more higher.

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Things we like in X1

Nicely equipped

Spacious for its class

Refined drive quality

Things we don't like in X1

Over-dependence on touchscreen

Expensive

Clumsy rear seat folding

Things we like in Highlander

Refined driving experience

A long list of features

Things we don't like in Highlander

Size is big for new drivers

Performance at higher speeds

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