BMW iX3 vs BMW X1
BMW iX3
BMW’s electric mid-size SUV.
VS
BMW X1
BMW’s compact premium SUV.
First car
Second car
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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Pick this one if…
BMW X1
Pick the X1 for sharp BMW handling with a raised driving position and proven engines.
Best engine: The 20i (petrol) or 20d (diesel).
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Performance
iX3 · Electric vs B48 20i · Petrol
| BMW iX3 | BMW X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
286 hp
Winner
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192 hp
|
| Torque |
400 Nm
Winner
|
280 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
6,8 s
Winner
|
7,7 s
|
| Top speed |
180 km/h
|
226 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
131,2 hp/t
Winner
|
127,6 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
Winner
|
134 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
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5,9 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| BMW iX3 | BMW X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
510 L
Winner
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505 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.560 L
Winner
|
1.550 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,86 m
Winner
|
2,67 m
|
| Length |
4,73 m
|
4,44 m
|
| Width |
1,89 m
|
1,82 m
|
| Height |
1,67 m
|
1,60 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| BMW iX3 | BMW X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CLAR (based on the X3 G01, electric) | UKL2 (front-wheel-drive base, shared with the Mini Countryman) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Single electric motor (fifth-generation eDrive) | B38/B48 petrol · B47 diesel |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol · Diesel · Plug-in hybrid |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic (fixed ratio) | 8-speed automatic · 6-speed manual |
| Euro standard | N/A (electric) | Euro 6d-TEMP (early) · Euro 6d (later) |
| LEZ access | Zero-emission — unrestricted access in all LEZ zones | Euro 6 diesel allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
BMW iX3
- 12V battery issues (occasional)
- Parking-sensor or camera faults
- Higher tyre wear due to weight and torque
BMW X1
- EGR clogging on diesels
- Engine mounts can wear early
- Cooling system needs checking
- Early timing-chain tensioners (B48/B47)
Pros
BMW iX3
- Practical, familiar X3 packaging with a 510 L boot
- Proven single-motor drivetrain (less complexity)
- Refined, quiet drive with familiar BMW character
BMW X1
- Sharp BMW handling
- Proven B-series engines
- Optional xDrive all-wheel drive
Cons
BMW iX3
- No frunk and no all-wheel drive available
- Firm ride on larger wheels and M Sport
BMW X1
- Less roomy than the Q3/Tiguan
- Front-wheel-drive base (the E84 was rear-wheel drive)
Compare specific generations
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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For sale at dealers
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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