BMW iX1 vs Volkswagen T-Cross
BMW iX1
BMW’s fully electric compact SUV.
VS
Volkswagen T-Cross
Volkswagen’s compact urban 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…
Volkswagen T-Cross
Pick the T-Cross for an agile urban SUV with a high seat, clever interior packaging and low running costs.
Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (115 hp).
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Performance
xDrive30 · Electric vs 1.0 TSI 115 · Petrol
| BMW iX1 | Volkswagen T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
313 hp
Winner
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115 hp
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| Torque |
494 Nm
Winner
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200 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
5,6 s
Winner
|
10,0 s
|
| Top speed |
180 km/h
|
193 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
150,1 hp/t
Winner
|
96,6 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
Winner
|
120 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
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5,3 L/100km
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Dimensions & space
| BMW iX1 | Volkswagen T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
490 L
Winner
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455 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.495 L
Winner
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1.281 L
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| Wheelbase |
2,69 m
Winner
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2,55 m
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| Length |
4,50 m
|
4,14 m
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| Width |
1,85 m
|
1,76 m
|
| Height |
1,62 m
|
1,57 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| BMW iX1 | Volkswagen T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | FAAR (front-drive base, shared with the X1 U11) | MQB A0 (transverse, shared with the Polo/Taigo) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Single or dual electric motors (fifth-generation eDrive) | EA211/EA211 evo 1.0/1.5 TSI · EA288 1.6 TDI |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol · Diesel |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic (fixed ratio) | 5/6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Euro standard | N/A (electric) | Euro 6d (all engines) |
| LEZ access | Zero-emission — unrestricted access in all LEZ zones | Euro 6d petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent) |
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
Volkswagen T-Cross
- DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
- Timing belt + water pump (EA211)
- Infotainment glitches on early cars
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
Volkswagen T-Cross
- High seating position and good visibility
- Flexible sliding rear bench
- Thrifty 1.0 TSI engines with low CO2
Cons
BMW iX1
- Firm ride, especially on larger wheels and M Sport
- Battery pack slightly reduces boot versus the X1
Volkswagen T-Cross
- Rear bench tight for three adults
- Pre-facelift interior plainer
Compare specific generations
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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For sale at dealers
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€ 13.995
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