Long before luxury became a marketing exercise, BMW was obsessing over steering feel, chassis balance, and driver engagement. CarExpert's Best Large Luxury SUV for 2026 remains one of the most complete vehicles on sale today. Supplied Credit: CarExpertSupplied Credit: CarExpertSupplied Credit: CarExpertSupplied Credit: CarExpertInside, the X1 range feels properly premium. Even the electric models preserve the sense of connection that has long distinguished BMW from many of its competitors. The mid-size premium SUV’s headline figure – more than 800km of WLTP driving range – has the potential to fundamentally alter perceptions around electric SUVs.