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 IX1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE Comparison
BMW IX1
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Mercedes-Benz GLE
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2024 BMW
IX1
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.1
7.7
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Based on the BMW IX1 xDRIVE30 xLINE
Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
65L - 85L
429 to 808 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$78,900 - $84,900
$139,900 - $168,800
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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
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
- Comfort-focused drive is plush
- Updated tech works well
Misses
- $30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
- Still needs (expensive) options ticked
- Cabin execution feels underdone
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 - Alternative Pricing (+$3,200)
- Individual Metallic Paint (+$5,000)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$3,200)
- Towbar Pack (+$2,900)
- Urban Guard Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,500)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWINTURBO DIESEL DFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1950 - 2999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.9L, 2.0L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | DIESEL TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 150kW - 230kW | 180kW - 280kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 3600 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 250Nm - 494Nm | 500Nm - 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1200 - 1600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 10.5 - 15.5 | |
