Global EV Comparison: BMW iX1 xDrive30 vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) has a starting price of €55500, compared to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…), which starts at €55490.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) maxes out at 128 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…), but the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor Extended Range (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).