Comparison - BMW X1 xDrive20i M Sport 2020 - vs - BMW iX3 2021

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
£
32,758
Updated: 
06 Jul 2020
£
64,165
Updated: 
15 Jul 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2023
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
Automatic
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
16.10gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alpine White
#E5E5E5
Black Sapphire
#161616
Mineral White
#DBDAD8
Mineral Grey
#616669
Misano Blue metallic
#226CAF
Storm Bay metallic
#747B83
Color: 
Carbon Black metallic
#30333F
Sophisto Grey metallic
#505050
Mineral White metallic
#F7F6F5
Phytonic Blue metallic
#2A5B81

Electric

Battery: 
74kWh
Full Charge Range: 
285mi
Full Charge Time: 
with 150kW rapid-charger can get from 0-80 per cent charge in 34 minutes
Top Speed: 
138mph
111mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
7.20s
6.80s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

By going transverse-engined the X1 has become technically less distinctive, but more useful in the real world.This is the second-generation BMW X1. The smallest BMW SUV. And this time around there’s been a big change. It’s based not on the natively rear-drive platform of the last one, but on the same front-drive/4WD setup as the 2 Series Active Tourer MPV, Mini Countryman and so-on.

Pros
Performance,
chassis and space,
much-improved style

Cons
Not cheap,
interior a bit old-feeling,
slightly brittle ride

By: 
topgear.com

"The BMW X1 is an economical, practical and good-to-drive compact SUV that’s better-looking than the model it replaced"There are two petrol engines to choose from, a 138bhp three-cylinder, 1.5-litre petrol engine is offered in the front-wheel drive X1 sDrive18i, while the sDrive20i sits on the next rung of the ladder with a 2.0-litre, 189bhp engine, and the four-wheel drive xDrive20i sits above that. The latter is a quick car, reaching 62mph from rest in just over seven seconds, although its fuel economy can't match the less expensive model.

PROS
Very good to drive
Cheap to run
Practical

CONS
Expensive to buy
Baffling list of optional extras
Basic model is two-wheel-drive only

By: 
carbuyer.co.uk

The BMW X1 is a fun-to-drive and well-built alternative to the likes of the Volvo XC40 and Audi Q3.

Pros
Enjoyable to drive
High-quality interior
Decent cabin space

Cons
A little noisy at speed
Limited smartphone mirroring
Alternatives have bigger boots

By: 
carwow.co.uk

BMW's second full-electric car is a little more 'normal', a pragmatic EV that can go a long way on a charge

Pros
Goes a long way,
quietly on relatively little electricity

Cons
Doesn't explore electric packaging possibilities.
Not 4WD

By: 
topgear.com

The BMW iX3 is good to drive and practical, with a better range than rivals, namely the Audi E-tron and Mercedes EQC. It also has a fab infotainment system and a smart interior, so it’s a fine buy if you’re looking for a big electric SUV.

Pros
Longer range than most direct rivals
Great infotainment system
Comparatively well priced

Cons
Not as fast as rivals
Audi E-tron is quieter
Tesla Model 3 has a longer range and faster charging

By: 
whatcar.com

Pros
Drives like a BMW should
Looks won't alienate EV newbies
Impressive range and performance

Cons
High price and costly options
No lower-powered versions
Facelift models have already appeared

By: 
parkers.co.uk

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy Info: 
38mpgUK Combined
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.50L
Torque: 
207ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
192hp
286hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Electric Power Steering
12V power socket in luggage compartment
M sport leather steering wheel
Vernasca leather upholstery
Heated steering wheel
Floor mats in velour
Lashing eyelets in luggage compartment
Start/stop button in blue

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
175.00in
186.30in
Width: 
81.10in
74.40in
Height: 
62.90in
65.60in
Ground Clearance: 
7.20in
7.00in
Front Track: 
61.50in
62.90in
Rear Track: 
61.60in
63.60in
Wheel Base: 
105.10in
112.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.90
Front Leg Room: 
40.40in
Rear leg room: 
37.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.60in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.20in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
58.00cu.ft
55.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1620lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
27.00cu.ft
18.00cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3461.00lbs
4971.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Remote Keyless Power Door Locks
Heated Mirrors
Automatic Tailgate
Electric Front Seats with Driver memory
Exterior mirrors electrically adjustable, foldable, heated with memory, auto-dimming drivers side and aspherical on passengers side

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Seat heating, front
Sport seats, front
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leatherette
Heated Front Seats
Electric Front Seats with Driver memory
Electronically adjustable Sports seats for front row
seat width adjustment and lumbar support.
Multifunctional sport seats for driver and front passenger
Rear Seats Features: 
Sliding rear seat bench
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding Center Armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Reclining function for 2nd seat row

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Double joint spring strut front axle
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Multiple control arm rear axle
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Air conditioning, automatic with two-zone control
Extended storage
Rear-view mirror, automatically dimming
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Automatic climate control 3-zone
Auxiliary heating and air-conditioning
Driver/passenger sunvisors with ticket holders + vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
BMW Navigation System
BMW Online Services
BMW TeleServices
Real Time Traffic Information
Remote Services
7 Total Speakers
205 Watts Stereo Output
Wireless smartphone integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Wireless smartphone charging
16 speakers
Gesture control
12.3'' display
Wi-Fi hotspot
iDrive touch controller with shortcut buttons
Enhanced bluetooth with wireless charging

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
LED headlights
Adaptive LED Headlights
Sun Protect Glazing
Panoramic glass sunroof, two parts, electric actuation, sliding function, wind deflector, sun protection with floating headliner
Front and rear bumper system with replaceable deformation elements
Heated washer jets
Green tinted heat protection glazing glass
Rain sensor and automatic driving lights control
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18"
20"
Wheels more: 
Painted Alloy Wheels
Run Flat Tires
tyre repair kit
Tyres non-Runflat
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated discs
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
ventilated discs
Ventilated discs
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Emergency Braking Preparation
Post-Collision Safety System
Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System
Acoustic protection for pedestrians
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
Automatic Differential Brake (ADB-X)
Side impact protection
Crash sensor - Activation of airbags, hazard warning lights, battery safety cut-off and interior lighting + deactivation of fuel pump