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BMW iX1 vs Toyota C-HR+
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,495
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX1 leads on motorway range and family practicality, while the Toyota C-HR+ leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX1 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Toyota C-HR+ if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX1 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
BMW
6.4
Toyota
6.3
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
5.9
Toyota
5
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.4
Toyota
6.6
Charging
BMW
4.1
Toyota
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per Mile
BMW
9.3
Toyota
9.1
Too close to call
City DrivingToyota
BMW
4.6
Toyota
5.1
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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,065 | £34,495 (better) |
| Official range | 320 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Boot space | 490 L (better) | 416 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 8.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX1
Toyota C-HR+
Length
BMW iX14,500mm-20mm
Toyota C-HR+4,520mm
Width
BMW iX11,845mm-25mm
Toyota C-HR+1,870mm
Height
BMW iX11,616mm
Toyota C-HR+1,595mm-21mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,520 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 1,870 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,104 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,595 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m | 11 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 555 mm spare (better) | 530 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 490 L (better) | 416 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1495 L | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport |  Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.52m+20mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.87m+25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.59m-21mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.75m+58mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 185mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L (better) | 416L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1495L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | 11m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,828kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.7kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi (better) | 283 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,065 | £34,495 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £33,315 (-£3,750) | £32,995 (-£1,500) (better) |
| 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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 320 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 267 miles (better) | 235 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 8.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 123 kW |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 269 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
BMW iX1
eDrive20 Sport
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota C-HR+
Standard Range
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 - Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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BMW iX1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Toyota C-HR+
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX1
- £23,7132023Car360View
- £23,2502023Browns of RichmondView
- £25,4492023Browns of RichmondView
Toyota C-HR+
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX1 worth the extra £2,570 over the Toyota C-HR+?
The BMW iX1 costs £2,570 more than the Toyota C-HR+. For that premium it adds 37 miles more WLTP range and 74 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX1 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX1 or the Toyota C-HR+?
The Toyota C-HR+ is £2,570 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota C-HR+ comes out roughly £2,570 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX1 and Toyota C-HR+ like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 267 miles for the BMW iX1 and 235 miles for the Toyota C-HR+ - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX1 goes roughly 31 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX1 or the Toyota C-HR+?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX1 and about 530 mm of total clearance for the Toyota C-HR+. The Toyota C-HR+ also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX1 or the Toyota C-HR+?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX1 and 84% for the Toyota C-HR+. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .