Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 GTX vs BMW iX1 xDrive30
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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 GTX (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €32990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | BMW iX1 xDrive30 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, India, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €55500 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €32990 | €36945 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | BMW iX1 xDrive30 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 509 km | 440 km |
| Range (GCC) | 437 km | 375 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.68 km/kWh | 5.8 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 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.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | BMW iX1 xDrive30 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 128 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 5.8 |
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 | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | BMW iX1 xDrive30 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 220 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 295 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 460 Nm | 494 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.6 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2022-2023) and BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2022-…) are about the same size.
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | BMW iX1 xDrive30 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4582 mm | 4500 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2104 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1845 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2692 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2022-2023) 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).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1200 kg).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | BMW iX1 xDrive30 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2149 kg | 2085 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 543 l | 490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1575 l | 1495 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.5 |
