Global EV Comparison: BMW iX1 eDrive20 vs Lexus UX 300e
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) has a starting price of €48300, compared to the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…), which starts at €51400.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India, China | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €48300 | €51400 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €35891 | €36400 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…).
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 475 km | 450 km |
| Range (GCC) | 395 km | 389 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66.5 kWh | 72.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.11 km/kWh | 6.08 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) maxes out at 50 kW.
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 128 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4500 mm | 4495 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2104 mm | 2078 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1845 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2640 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW iX1 eDrive20 | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1940 kg | 1830 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 367 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1495 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 5.5 |
