BMW iX1 LWB ProsBrilliantly priced! BMW has not only managed to undercut competitors but also priced the EV lower than the X1 Petrol / Diesel. This car is sheer value-for-moneySolid German build and great quality inside outPerformance from the 201 BHP motor is more than sufficient for Indian roadsReal-world range of ~400 km can support intercity travel tooSelectable drive modes, adjustable regen braking and one-pedal driving are useful in various driving conditionsLong wheelbase translates into a spacious rear seat experienceFeatures such as adaptive headlamps, 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, parking assistant, big panoramic glass roof, digital key, etc.5-star ANCAP rating, 8 airbags, A+ safety kit and some ADAS featuresZero emissions, cheap running costs & green image will appeal to a lot of peopleBMW iX1 LWB ConsFirm low-speed ride. Liveable, but not plush in the city. You will feel bad roadsWhile there is more space in the rear seat, the floor is still high (knees-up seating position)Just one variant on offer. No dual motor setup for enthusiasts8.6 second 0 – 100 km/h time isn’t really impressive for a 50-lakh rupee EV. 20-lakh rupee EVs match or beat this timingVehicle controls like regeneration levels, HVAC controls, drive modes, and lane departure warning are all integrated into the touchscreen. Not idealDoesn’t get some of the features that the regular X1 gets (extendable seat bases on the front seats, lumbar support, massage function). Also missing are ventilated seats, head-up display, 360-degree camera, rear sunshade…Spare wheel is not available as standard. There’s no space under the floor, so you’ll have to place it above the boot floor which eats into luggage spaceThe usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, highway range anxiety etc.)Read Team-BHP’s detailed 2025 BMW iX1 LWB Reviewhere.
