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

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

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-…).