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BMW iX1 vs Hongqi EHS5
Selected trimBasic342 mi · 85 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX1 leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs, while the Hongqi EHS5 leads on motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX1 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Hongqi EHS5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX1 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueBMW
BMW
6.4
Hongqi
0
Motorway RangeHongqi
BMW
5.9
Hongqi
7.7
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.4
Hongqi
6.1
ChargingHongqi
BMW
4.1
Hongqi
6.7
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.3
Hongqi
4.9
City DrivingBMW
BMW
4.6
Hongqi
2.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Hongqi EHS5Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,065 | Not available |
| Official range | 320 miles | 342 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 490 L (better) | 450 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 20 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 6.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi EHS5
Length
BMW iX14,500mm-260mm
Hongqi EHS54,760mm
Width
BMW iX11,845mm-75mm
Hongqi EHS51,920mm
Height
BMW iX11,616mm-44mm
Hongqi EHS51,660mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Hongqi EHS5Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,104 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 555 mm spare (better) | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Hongqi EHS5Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 490 L (better) | 450 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1495 L | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport |  Hongqi EHS5 Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.76m+260mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.92m+75mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.66m+44mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.90m+208mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L (better) | 450L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1495L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,015kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.7kWh | 85kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi | 342 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,065 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £33,315 (-£3,750) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
* BMW iX1: 11 kW AC is standard; 22 kW AC was an option.
* BMW iX1: Rating from the BMW X1 (2022), which covers the iX1. An extra pole test on the iX1 showed weak chest protection, without changing the stars.
* BMW iX1: Current figure, after a March 2026 efficiency update. Earlier cars: xDrive30 259-270 miles WLTP, eDrive20 268-296 miles WLTP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Hongqi EHS5Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 320 miles | 342 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 267 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 20 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh | 85 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Hongqi EHS5Basic |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 6.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 253 kW (better) |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 400 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hongqi EHS5 Basic
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant81%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Hongqi EHS5Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW iX1
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Hongqi EHS5
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX1
- £23,7132023Car360View
- £23,2502023Browns of RichmondView
- £25,4492023Browns of RichmondView
Hongqi EHS5
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the BMW iX1 and Hongqi EHS5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 267 miles for the BMW iX1 and 285 miles for the Hongqi EHS5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hongqi EHS5 goes roughly 18 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 29 minutes in the BMW iX1 and 20 in the Hongqi EHS5, so the Hongqi EHS5 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Hongqi EHS5 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX1 or the Hongqi EHS5?
The BMW iX1 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 75 mm narrower than the Hongqi EHS5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX1 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi EHS5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX1 or the Hongqi EHS5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX1 and 84% for the Hongqi EHS5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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