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BMW iX1
BMW's smallest electric SUV pairs the X1 body with a single-spec, AWD-only electric powertrain. Quick, well-resolved, and after a $8k price drop in 2026, finally a serious challenger to the Mercedes EQA and Volvo EX40.
2 variants available — see the comparison table below.
- From
- $72,900 – $77,900
- Range up to
- 475 km
- Battery up to
- 64.8 kWh
- 0–100
- 5.6 s
- Power
- 230 kW
- DC charge
- 130 kW
- ANCAP
- 5★
Variants and pricing
All variants of the BMW iX1 on sale in Australia. Headline specs in the panel above reflect the volume-seller ( xDrive30 ).
| Variant | From | Battery | Range | Power | 0–100 | DC peak | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive30 M Sport | $77,900 | 64.8 kWh | 464 km | 230 kW | 5.6 s | 130 kW | AWD |
| eDrive20 M Sport | $72,900 | 64.8 kWh | 475 km | 150 kW | 8.6 s | 130 kW | FWD |
Verdict
BMW's smallest electric SUV pairs the X1 body with a single-spec, AWD-only electric powertrain. Quick, well-resolved, and after a $8k price drop in 2026, finally a serious challenger to the Mercedes EQA and Volvo EX40.
Pros and cons
What we like
- ✓ Sub-6-second 0–100 from a small SUV
- ✓ Standard AWD
- ✓ Recent price cut sharpens the value case
What we don't
- ✕ Smaller battery than rivals at the price
- ✕ Only one electric variant (xDrive30)
- ✕ BMW-tax still applies on options
Best for
- Premium small-SUV buyers
- Driving enthusiasts
- Brand-led shoppers
Compare the BMW iX1
Side-by-side spec comparisons against the rivals Australian buyers cross-shop most often.
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Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- AWD
- Motor power
- 230 kW
- Motor torque
- 494 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.6 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 64.8 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 464 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 11 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 130 kW
- 10–80% DC charge time
- 29 min
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,500 mm
- Width
- 1,845 mm
- Height
- 1,616 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,692 mm
- Boot (seats up)
- 490 L
Safety & warranty
- ANCAP rating
- 5 stars (tested 2022)
- Vehicle warranty
- 5 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years / 160,000 km
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $77,900
- Built in
- Germany
- Sale status
- on sale
Helpful guides
Practical reading for BMW iX1 buyers.
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Sources
Other EVs you might consider
EQA
Mercedes-Benz's electric small SUV sits on the GLA platform and shares its body silhouette. The 5-star ANCAP rating is inherited from the B-Class tested in 2019, which is worth knowing — the result is dated under newer protocols.
- From
- $85,800
- Range up to
- 526 km
- Battery up to
- 70.5 kWh
iX2
BMW's electric coupe-SUV — the X2's electric sibling. Mechanically identical to the iX1 but with a coupe-style roofline. The 22 kW three-phase AC charging is class-leading.
- From
- $79,900
- Range up to
- 470 km
- Battery up to
- 64.8 kWh
Niro EV
Kia's mainstream small electric SUV sits below the EV5 in the range and shares architecture with the Hyundai Kona Electric. Less daring than the EV6 but a solid all-rounder backed by Kia's seven-year warranty.
- From
- $66,590
- Range up to
- 460 km
- Battery up to
- 64.8 kWh