I just put the same size wheels and tyres back on, 17's with 225 50 tyres, clearance is fine, but it is essential to check offset as BMW have many variations, check some of the websites I mentioned for advice

Car on original alloys for comparison

Car with new F30 alloys, they fit perfectly and the best bit they come with the right size tyres for the X1. I think they suit the car very well - Any thoughts?

web site is willtheyfit.com for pcd etc

The X1 requires 17" alloys to clear the brakes, the e series fit as do the f series, ie the latest 3 series and you also have the benefit that they have the correct diameter tyres. E series cars have a smaller diameter wheel than the X1. Make sure you get the ones with the correct offset, as the 5 ...

I have a standard 2011 X1 1.8 diesel se spec and wanted to add a usb socket. I have seen items on eBay which claim to offer this, but would like to know if anyone has done this? Mine has the standard( professional) radio / cd not the I drive system, offering just an aux input. Any advice would be ...

Have you got a quote from asda tyres, black circles is also another good on line web site, they both offer many different options at a far better price than the normal tyre retailers, and the best bit, your local tyre fitters fit them for you. By the way following advice on numerous different forums ...