BMW iX1 vs Volkswagen Taigo
BMW iX1
BMW’s fully electric compact SUV.
VS
Volkswagen Taigo
Volkswagen’s compact coupé crossover.
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 Taigo
Pick the Taigo for a stylish coupé crossover with low running costs and city-friendly dimensions.
Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (110 hp) or 1.5 TSI (150 hp).
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Performance
xDrive30 · Electric vs 1.0 TSI 110 · Petrol
| BMW iX1 | Volkswagen Taigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
313 hp
Winner
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110 hp
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| Torque |
494 Nm
Winner
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200 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
5,6 s
Winner
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10,5 s
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| Top speed |
180 km/h
|
191 km/h
Winner
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| Power-to-weight |
150,1 hp/t
Winner
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93,6 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
Winner
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123 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
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5,4 L/100km
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Dimensions & space
| BMW iX1 | Volkswagen Taigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
490 L
Winner
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440 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.495 L
Winner
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1.222 L
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| Wheelbase |
2,69 m
Winner
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2,57 m
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| Length |
4,50 m
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4,27 m
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| Width |
1,85 m
|
1,76 m
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| Height |
1,62 m
|
1,49 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| BMW iX1 | Volkswagen Taigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | FAAR (front-drive base, shared with the X1 U11) | MQB A0 (transverse, shared with the Polo/T-Cross) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Single or dual electric motors (fifth-generation eDrive) | EA211 1.0 TSI · EA211 Evo 1.5 TSI |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 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 Taigo
- DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
- Infotainment glitches on early cars
- Plastic water pump/thermostat module
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 Taigo
- Coupé design stands apart from the T-Cross
- Thrifty 1.0 TSI engines with low CO2
- Compact and agile in town
Cons
BMW iX1
- Firm ride, especially on larger wheels and M Sport
- Battery pack slightly reduces boot versus the X1
Volkswagen Taigo
- Less rear headroom due to the sloping roof
- No all-wheel drive available
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Belgian taxes & LEZ
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