BMW iX1 vs BMW iX3
BMW iX1
BMW’s fully electric compact SUV.
VS
BMW iX3
BMW’s electric mid-size SUV.
First car
Second car
Pick this one if…
BMW iX1
Pick the iX1 for zero-emission driving in a practical compact premium SUV with modern iDrive tech and a punchy xDrive30.
Best engine: The xDrive30 (313 hp, dual motor).
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Pick this one if…
BMW iX3
Pick the iX3 for a practical, refined electric SUV with familiar BMW dynamics and a mature real-world range.
Best engine: The iX3 (286 hp, rear-wheel drive).
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Performance
xDrive30 · Electric vs iX3 · Electric
| BMW iX1 | BMW iX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
313 hp
Winner
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286 hp
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| Torque |
494 Nm
Winner
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400 Nm
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| 0–100 km/h |
5,6 s
Winner
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6,8 s
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| Top speed |
180 km/h
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180 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
150,1 hp/t
Winner
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131,2 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
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0 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
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Dimensions & space
| BMW iX1 | BMW iX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
490 L
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510 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.495 L
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1.560 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,69 m
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2,86 m
Winner
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| Length |
4,50 m
|
4,73 m
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| Width |
1,85 m
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1,89 m
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| Height |
1,62 m
|
1,67 m
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| Seats |
5
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5
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Powertrain & tech
| BMW iX1 | BMW iX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | FAAR (front-drive base, shared with the X1 U11) | CLAR (based on the X3 G01, electric) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Single or dual electric motors (fifth-generation eDrive) | Single electric motor (fifth-generation eDrive) |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic (fixed ratio) | Single-speed automatic (fixed ratio) |
| Euro standard | N/A (electric) | N/A (electric) |
| LEZ access | Zero-emission — unrestricted access in all LEZ zones | Zero-emission — unrestricted access in all LEZ zones |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
BMW iX1
- Software/iDrive (early OS8/OS9 builds)
- Integrated brake system (IBS) recall (2022–2024)
- 12V battery can drain when parked
BMW iX3
- 12V battery issues (occasional)
- Parking-sensor or camera faults
- Higher tyre wear due to weight and torque
Pros
BMW iX1
- Zero-emission and brisk in traffic thanks to instant torque
- Practical compact SUV with adult rear seats and a 490 L boot
- Quiet, refined ride, typically electric
BMW iX3
- Practical, familiar X3 packaging with a 510 L boot
- Proven single-motor drivetrain (less complexity)
- Refined, quiet drive with familiar BMW character
Cons
BMW iX1
- Firm ride, especially on larger wheels and M Sport
- Battery pack slightly reduces boot versus the X1
BMW iX3
- No frunk and no all-wheel drive available
- Firm ride on larger wheels and M Sport
Compare specific generations
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For sale at dealers
BMW iX1
13 for sale · from € 34.390
BMW iX1 xDrive30 · electric · Panoramic roof · Camera · CarPlay…
€ 34.390
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BMW iX3
10 for sale · from € 31.995
BMW iX3 electric · Panoramic roof · Camera · CarPlay · 80kwh
€ 31.995
DR Motors
DR Motors
BMW iX3 electric · Panoramic roof · 360° camera · CarPlay
€ 50.950
Garage D'hont
Garage D'hont
BMW iX3 electric · M-Sport · 360° camera · CarPlay · LED
€ 79.950
Auto Frank BV
Auto Frank BV
BMW iX3 electric · M-Sport · Panoramic roof · Camera · CarPlay …
€ 42.900
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