Gotta laugh The Norwegian motoring press consider that the forthcoming X1 will compete with
Ford Kuga, Honda CR-V, Nissan X-Trail and very many other compact SUV models (presumably they also mean Freelander2)

http://www.vg.no/bil-og-motor/artikkel.php?artid=569732

ps - its supposed to be nearly as big as a X3 - looking at the other included photos I would say without a doubt that it the ugly'ist BMW yet  2007 Freelander 2 HSE TD4 Manual with Premium Pack & Moonroof.
Stornoway Grey with Ebony Black Pleather, Clear Indicators, Body Side Mouldings etc.

I agree Andy. You're right in that it does look v. ugly. Having said that I think all BMW 4 x 4's look Definitely not in the same league as LR's  Gone - TD4 XS Auto, Sumatra Black, Mud flaps and side strips, clear indicators, private plate, privacy glass

I think BMW have lost the plot a little over recent years. The 3 series coupe facelight looks like it has put on a few pounds when compared to the old model, the X3 isnt a BMW, the front of the 1 series is about as aerodynamic as a paving slab and the new soon to be released 5 series Grand Turismo - what the hell is all that about??? Has to be one of the most ugliest cars ever concieved!!

Her it is in all its finery
http://www.dinside.no/817589/her-er-den-nye-bmwen

Loads of photos at the bottom 2007 Freelander 2 HSE TD4 Manual with Premium Pack & Moonroof.
Stornoway Grey with Ebony Black Pleather, Clear Indicators, Body Side Mouldings etc.