BMW X1 vs Jeep Wrangler JK

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 BMW X1

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2018 Jeep Wrangler JK

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Overview

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Wrangler JKSport
Selected trim	xDrive28i	Sport
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2026	2018

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Wrangler JKSport
MSRP	$42,800	$23,995 (best)
Lowest listing price	$48,347 (best)	—
Median listing price	$49,862 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$52,887 (best)	—
For sale now	6 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Wrangler JKSport
Combined MPG	28 MPG (best)	18 MPG
City MPG	24 MPG (best)	17 MPG
Highway MPG	33 MPG (best)	21 MPG
Fuel tank	14.3 gal	18.6 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Wrangler JKSport
Horsepower	241 hp	285 hp (best)
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	260 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	3.6 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	V6

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Wrangler JKSport
Seating	5 seats (best)	4 seats
Doors	4 (best)	3
Cargo volume	57.2 cu ft (best)	56.5 cu ft
Towing capacity	—	2,000 lbs (best)
Payload	994 lbs	1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight	3,750 lbs (best)	4,075 lbs
Ground clearance	8.1 in	8.2 in (best)
Wheelbase	106 in (best)	95.4 in
Length	177.2 in (best)	164.3 in
Width	72.6 in	73.7 in (best)
Height	64.6 in	72.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X1xDrive28i	Jeep Wrangler JKSport
NHTSA overall	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (driver)	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side pole	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Rollover	4 / 5 ★ (best)	3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)	2	None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	BMW X1	Jeep Wrangler JK
1	xDrive28i $42,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)	Sport $23,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M35i $51,900 MSRP	Sport S $26,995 MSRP
3	—	Unlimited Sport $27,895 MSRP
4	—	Willys Wheeler $28,295 MSRP
5	—	Golden Eagle $29,195 MSRP
6	—	Freedom Edition $29,695 MSRP
7	—	Willys Wheeler W $30,395 MSRP
8	—	Sahara $30,445 MSRP
9	—	Unlimited Sport S $31,095 MSRP
10	—	Unlimited Willys Wheeler $32,195 MSRP
11	—	Unlimited Sport RHD $32,695 MSRP
12	—	Unlimited Golden Eagle $33,095 MSRP
13	—	Altitude $33,445 MSRP
14	—	Unlimited Freedom Edition $33,595 MSRP
15	—	Rubicon $33,645 MSRP
16	—	Unlimited Sahara $34,245 MSRP
17	—	Unlimited Willys Wheeler W $34,295 MSRP
18	—	Unlimited Altitude $37,245 MSRP
19	—	Unlimited Rubicon $37,445 MSRP
20	—	Rubicon Recon $39,145 MSRP
21	—	Unlimited Rubicon Recon $42,945 MSRP

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