8.1
2024 BMW iX1 review
It's not cheap, but the electric BMW iX1 impresses with its luxurious interior, slick technology, and enjoyable dynamics.
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William Stopford
BMW X1 vs Volvo XC40 Comparison
BMW X1
Volvo XC40
2023 BMW
X1
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2023 Volvo
XC40
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8.1
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Based on the BMW X1
Based on the Volvo XC40 ULTIMATE B5 DARK MHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
54L
351 to 421 km
54L
373 to 394 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year years/
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5 year years/
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MSRP
$60,400 - $90,900
$52,990 - $85,990
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CarExpert's Take
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Slick tech
- Upscale, comfortable interior
- Has pep in its step
Misses
- Not cheap
- Not as much range as some rivals
- Servicing a bit expensive
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Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Individual Metallic Paint (+$2,500)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
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Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X1 comes standard in non-metallic Alpine White, with a range of metallic finishes costing an extra $1800 or coming free as part of the Enhancement pack:
- Black Sapphire
- Phytonic Blue
- M Portimao Blue
- Sanremo Green
- Cape York Green
- Utah Orange
BMW Individual Storm Bay is a $2500 option, or $700 if you specify your X1 with the Enhancement pack.
The XC40 is available in the following colours:
- Black Stone solid
- Sage Green metallic (new)
- Fjord Blue metallic (new)
- Silver Dawn metallic (new)
- Bright Dusk metallic (new)
- Onyx Black metallic
- Crystal White pearl
- Fusion Red metallic
- Thunder Grey metallic
Metallic shades are a $1200 option on all petrol models, but are a no-cost option on electric models.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1499 - 1998 | 1969 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 2.0L, 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, TURBO 3 | TURBO 4, NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 233kW | 145kW - 300kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4400 - 5750 | 4800 - 5400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 230Nm - 400Nm | 300Nm - 670Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 1500 - 1800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.5 - 11 | 11.3 | |
