BMW iX1 eDrive20

Overview

The BMW iX1 eDrive20 is your ticket into BMW's premium electric SUV world, offering a compelling front-wheel-drive package. It's all about that classic BMW feel, just greener! New prices hover around €48,300, with used examples seen at approximately €35,891, making it a tempting proposition in the compact EV Crossover segment.

What's New for 2025?

Freshly hatched in late 2023, the iX1 eDrive20 rolls into 2025 largely as the well-specced machine it launched as. Expect BMW's slick Operating System 9 to be fully bedded in, offering snappy responses and connected services. While major mechanical changes for this specific trim are unlikely for 2025, look out for potential updates to software, paint palettes, or equipment packages.

Design & Exterior

Rocking a modern, chiselled SUV stance, the iX1 eDrive20 measures 4500mm long, 1845mm wide, and 1616mm tall. It’s unmistakably a Bimmer with that bold (mostly closed) kidney grille and sharp LED lights as standard. Even as the entry model, it doesn't skimp on premium appeal, looking smart and ready for urban adventures or country cruises. It’s a proper head-turner!

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, it’s pure BMW quality – think plush materials and a driver-focused cockpit. The stunning Curved Display, merging a 10.25-inch driver display and a 10.7-inch touchscreen with Operating System 9, is standard. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are naturally on board. Passenger space is generous for its class. You get a handy 490 litres of boot space, expanding to a massive 1495 litres with seats down. No frunk, but who needs one with that much rear capacity!

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't let 'entry-level' fool you; this eDrive20 is sprightly! Its single front-mounted PMSM motor churns out 150 kW and 247 Nm of instant torque, whisking you to 100 km/h in a respectable 8.3 seconds, topping out at 170 km/h. Expect that trademark BMW polished driving feel – comfy on the cruise, yet eager in the twisties. Multiple regenerative braking modes let you tailor your one-pedal driving vibe and boost efficiency.

Range, Battery & Charging

Juice comes from a 64.7 kWh usable battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of around 395 km – plenty for the weekly grind and weekend jaunts! Efficiency is rated at a cool 6.11 km/kWh. Standard AC charging is 11 kW (0-100% in ~6.5hrs), with a 22 kW option for faster home top-ups. Hooked up to a DC fast charger via its CCS Type 2 port, it’ll slurp electrons at up to 128 kW, zapping the battery from 10-80% in under 30 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Peace of mind comes as standard, with the iX1 platform bagging a top-tier 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating. The eDrive20 is equipped with essential kit like front collision warning, cruise control with braking, and lane departure warning. For the full tech cocoon, you can opt for the Driving Assistant Professional pack, adding clever adaptive cruise and lane keeping assist for making those long motorway slogs an absolute doddle. Safety first, folks!

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

BMW typically backs the iX1 eDrive20 in Europe with a 2-year unlimited mileage vehicle warranty (often extendable), plus robust paint and anti-corrosion cover. The crucial bit – the high-voltage battery – gets an 8-year/160,000 km warranty, safeguarding against significant degradation. Maintenance is condition-based, meaning fewer trips to the dealer than an old-school petrol motor. EVs are generally pretty low-fuss, and this Beemer should be no different, keeping running costs sensible.