[geome]

Has anyone have or had both the 3 series touring and an X1 which do you prefer I can’t decide l have an X1 on order but l am thinking of changing my order to a 3 series touring

[mr_lab_rat]

I only have the old e46 touring so I can't compare it to the F30. As far as cargo room, it's about the same. The passenger space is bigger in the X1 in all directions. The main difference is the way the engine is mounted that allows more leg room in the X1.
Everytime I drive the X1 I miss the hydraulic steering from the e46 but since you are looking at the new touring it will also have electric steering.

If you get x-drive in both then it won't make much difference, if you are thinking about 2WD then I would strongly suggest to go for the RWD wagon rather than FWD SUV.

[The Beast]

Good advice from mr lab rat

If I were driving it I would have the touring. Seeing as the X1 is my wife’s car and the family car I think it’s better than the touring, due to legroom and ride height making visibility/access better

[geome]

Thank you for your replies
Yes l think l will keep my X1 order as l have tried a 3 series and as you have stated access is very cramped