Global EV Comparison: BMW iX1 xDrive30 vs Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro
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General Info
The BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €55500. The Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX1 xDrive30 | Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India, China | Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €55500 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36945 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).
| Property | BMW iX1 xDrive30 | Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 404 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 440 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 375 km | 384 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66.5 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.8 km/kWh | 4.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 5.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) maxes out at 125 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX1 xDrive30 | Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 128 kW | 125 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX1 xDrive30 | Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 494 Nm | 460 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).
The Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX1 xDrive30 | Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4500 mm | 4584 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2104 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1845 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2762 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro (2021-2023) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).
| Property | BMW iX1 xDrive30 | Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2085 kg | 2169 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 543 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1495 l | 1575 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1225 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7 |
