An Unlikely Start Leads To The Ultimate Benchmark SUV In 1999, BMW rolled out the X5 and immediately, it was very different. This wasn’t a case of simply modifying a truck platform.

In order to find the fastest small SUV for less than $30k, we have to venture outside this list, where we will see the Mazda CX-5 2.5 S, which is the cheapest version of Mazda's RAV4 rivaling SUV ...

Winner: BMW X1 This photo provided by BMW shows the 2025 X1. The X1 is BMW's least expensive SUV. It starts at $42,525, including destination. Credit: AP/Uncredited Features and value ...

Electric range, recycled materials, and smarter design are coming together in BMW’s next-generation SUV. Next month, we’ll get our first look at the iX3, but we’re already learning more ...

This photo provided by BMW shows the 2025 X1. The X1 is BMW's least expensive SUV. It starts at $42,525, including destination. (Courtesy of BMW of North America via AP) This photo provided by BMW ...

Similar to how Acura positions the ADX, the X1 is the entry point to BMW’s extensive lineup of SUVs. The ADX and X1 each have seating for five and city-friendly dimensions.