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BMW iX1 vs XPENG G6
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX1 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the XPENG G6 leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
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 XPENG G6 if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- 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
XPENG
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
5.9
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
BMW
7.4
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
BMW
4.1
XPENG
8.9
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.3
XPENG
2.4
City DrivingBMW
BMW
4.6
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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BMW iX1
XPENG G6
Length
BMW iX14,500mm-258mm
XPENG G64,758mm
Width
BMW iX11,845mm-75mm
XPENG G61,920mm
Height
BMW iX11,616mm-34mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,104 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| 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.
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW iX1
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
XPENG G6
- Peak DC charging of 382 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 571 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.76m+258mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.92m+75mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.65m+34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.89m+198mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1495L (better) | 1374L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,065kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.7kWh | 68.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi (better) | 292 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,065 (better) | £39,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £33,315 (-£3,750) | £39,990 (not eligible) |
| 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 | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 320 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 267 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh | 68.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| 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.
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.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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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 - XPENG G6 Standard Range
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist75%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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BMW iX1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
XPENG G6
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
XPENG G6
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the XPENG G6 worth the extra £2,925 over the BMW iX1?
The XPENG G6 costs £2,925 more than the BMW iX1. For that premium it adds 252 kW faster peak rapid charging, 81 litres more boot space and 68 kW more power. The BMW iX1 is not just cheaper - it also offers 28 miles more WLTP range. 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 XPENG G6?
The BMW iX1 is £2,925 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX1 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £192 for the XPENG G6, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BMW iX1 comes out roughly £3,205 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 XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 267 miles for the BMW iX1 and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX1 goes roughly 74 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 29 minutes in the BMW iX1 and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop. So the BMW iX1 stops less often while the XPENG G6 stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX1 or the XPENG G6?
The BMW iX1 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 75 mm narrower than the XPENG G6. 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 XPENG G6. The XPENG G6 also turns in a 0.3 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 XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX1 and 90% for the XPENG G6. That gives the XPENG G6 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The XPENG G6's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the BMW iX1's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used BMW iX1 (2022 on): xDrive30 or eDrive20, Recalls, Range & What to Check
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GuideBuying a Used XPENG G6 (2025 on): Original vs Updated, Warranty & What to Pay
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .