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BMW iX1

SUV2023+

BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport

The BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport ranks among the cheapest EVs to run, about 1.7p a mile on an off-peak tariff, about £1,913 a year less than a petrol equivalent.

By eight years on the road it should still hold about 84% of its battery health, roughly 324 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners value the cabin’s quality, design and technology, and describe the BMW app as reliable. Winter weather and faster motorway journeys noticeably reduce range, with some owners reporting under 200 miles.

MSRP

£37,065

£33,315 after £3,750 grantUK EV Grant 2026

Used from £23,250 · £25,220 avg

Range

320 mi

Battery

64.7kWh

Charge

130kW

BMW iX1

Specifications

Dimensions

Length4.50m (4500mm)
Width1.84m (1845mm)
Width (inc. mirrors)2.10m (2104mm)
Height1.62m (1616mm)
Wheelbase2.69m (2692mm)

EVcarsguide Scores

Ranked against similar EVs

6.1
/10 avg
Running costs
Excellent9.3
Family friendly
Very good7.4
Value for money
Good6.4
Motorway range
Good5.9

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Euro NCAP Safety

Tested 2022

Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)

What Owners Say

Balanced

Owners Love

  • Owners value the cabin’s quality, design and technology, and describe the BMW app as reliable
  • Nimble and enjoyable to drive for its size, offering good visibility through the elevated seating position
  • With sensible driving, real-world range of around 220-260 miles is commonly reported in mild conditions

Watch Out For

  • Winter weather and faster motorway journeys noticeably reduce range, with some owners reporting under 200 miles
  • Many features belonged to extra-cost option packs, meaning two cars in the same trim can have very different equipment
  • Some owners describe a firm ride, intrusive road noise and seats that offer less comfort than rival cars

Owner Tips

  • The front-wheel-drive eDrive20 travels further per charge; the xDrive30 offers more speed but is rarely needed
  • Confirm the fitted option packs, particularly Technology Plus if adaptive cruise is important
  • Use the car’s own menu to schedule charging if a smart-tariff app cannot control it

Videos

Used BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport Listings

£23,713

(2023)

via car360.co.uk

£23,250

(2023)

via brownsofrichmond.co.uk

£25,449

(2023)

via brownsofrichmond.co.uk

£24,990

(2024)

via anchorcars.co.uk

£27,900

(2023)

via evexperts.co.uk

£27,100

(2023)

via evexperts.co.uk

£24,599

(2023)

via car360.co.uk

£25,449

(2023)

via brownsofrichmond.co.uk

£23,250

(2023)

via brownsofrichmond.co.uk

£24,990

(2024)

via anchorcars.co.uk

£27,900

(2023)

via evexperts.co.uk

£27,100

(2023)

via evexperts.co.uk

£24,699

(2023)

via car360.co.uk

£25,499

(2023)

via brownsofrichmond.co.uk

£24,990

(2024)

via anchorcars.co.uk

£27,100

(2023)

via evexperts.co.uk

£27,900

(2023)

via evexperts.co.uk

£24,699

(2023)

via car360.co.uk

£25,499

(2023)

via brownsofrichmond.co.uk

£24,990

(2024)

via anchorcars.co.uk

Listings are from independent dealers' own websites. We have no commercial relationship with them.

Size Overview

BMW iX1
4.50m
1.62m

Length

4.50m

Width

1.84m

Height

1.62m

Size category: Family Car

Battery Health Estimator

Estimated condition if buying used

91.4%
est. battery health
4 years old
New12 yrs
State of Health (SoH)Excellent
50%100%
Summer range
249 mi
400 km · WLTP 320 mi
Winter range
184 mi
296 km · WLTP 320 mi
Est. useable capacity59.1 kWh/ 64.7 kWh new
Battery warranty~4 yrs remainingor 161k km
Moderate confidence

NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits

Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery - best charged to 80–90%

Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based projection. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.

Detailed degradation forecast

After 3 years, the BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 254 miles in summer and 188 miles in winter. After 5 years, the BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 244 miles in summer and 180 miles in winter. After 8 years, the BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 229 miles in summer and 170 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.

Estimates use battery chemistry, age and real-world driving data. Actual results depend on charging habits, climate and patterns of vehicle use.

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What should a lease on this car cost?

Company-car tax (BiK)

2026-27 · 4% band

P11D value£37,065
Basic (20%)£25/mo
Higher (40%)£49/mo
Additional (45%)£56/mo

Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £535/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £360/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).

Used prices by year

Asking prices recorded at independent UK EV dealers over the past 8 weeks

BMW iX1 used asking prices by model year
YearMedianRangeListings
2023£23,350£21,526 to £27,9009

Years recording fewer than 2 listings during that period are excluded.

BMW iX1

Buyer's guide

Used BMW iX1 buyer's guide

A used BMW iX1 buyer’s guide: xDrive30 vs eDrive20, the driveshaft recall, warranty left, real-world range, option packs, what to pay, when a new one with the grant is better value, and a printable checklist.

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