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BMW iX1 vs Vauxhall Grandland
Selected trimDesignChange trim325 mi · 73 kWh · £37,355
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX1 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Vauxhall Grandland leads on charging speed.
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 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 Vauxhall Grandland if...
- 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.
Value
BMW
6.4
Vauxhall
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
5.9
Vauxhall
3.4
Family
BMW
7.4
Vauxhall
7.1
Too close to call
ChargingVauxhall
BMW
4.1
Vauxhall
4.8
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.3
Vauxhall
2.7
City DrivingBMW
BMW
4.6
Vauxhall
3.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
- 60 litres more boot space
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.0 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,065 (better) | £37,355 |
| Official range | 320 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 490 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX1
Vauxhall Grandland
Length
BMW iX14,500mm-150mm
Vauxhall Grandland4,650mm
Width
BMW iX11,845mm-263mm
Vauxhall Grandland2,108mm
Height
BMW iX11,616mm-45mm
Vauxhall Grandland1,661mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,650 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 2,108 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,104 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,661 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m | 10.9 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 555 mm spare (better) | 292 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 490 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1495 L | 1645 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport |  Vauxhall Grandland Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.65m+150mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 2.11m+263mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.66m+45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.79m+102mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1495L | 1645L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | 10.9m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,207kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.7kWh | 73kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi | 325 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,065 (better) | £37,355 |
| Price after EV grant | £33,315 (-£3,750) (better) | £35,855 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024+ |
* 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 | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 320 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 267 miles (better) | 220 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh | 73 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 150 kW | 157 kW (better) |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 345 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.
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £23,250 | £21,995 |
| Average used price | £25,220 | £22,012 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 44 listings (better) | 8 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £11,845 below new | £15,343 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 13.8% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
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 - Vauxhall Grandland Design
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
BMW iX1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Grandland
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
Vauxhall Grandland
- £21,9952025EVHEROView
- £22,0122024Car360View
- £23,8822025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX1 or the Vauxhall Grandland?
The BMW iX1 is £290 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX1 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £192 for the Vauxhall Grandland, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BMW iX1 comes out roughly £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 Vauxhall Grandland like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 267 miles for the BMW iX1 and 220 miles for the Vauxhall Grandland - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX1 goes roughly 47 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 Vauxhall Grandland?
The BMW iX1 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 263 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Grandland. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX1 and about 292 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Grandland. The Vauxhall Grandland also turns in a 1.0 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 Vauxhall Grandland?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX1 and 84% for the Vauxhall Grandland. 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.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .