BMW X1 
The X1 is a small SUV that took its time in coming to North America. The xDrive 28i comes with a 4-cylinder engine while the xDrive 35i gets a 6-cylinder. You can always add the M Sport Package to kick the exterior appearance up a notch. You might want to compare this vehicle to the X3, which is slightly more expensive but also more spacious. Unless, of course, your downtown parking stall is quite small ?
Pros
- Powerful engine
- Dynamic performance
- Nice styling
- Intense braking
Cons
- Can become costly
- Not enough room in the back
- Interior too austere
- Several equipment extra
