Comparing the BMW iX1 and the BMW M340i side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW iX1 is available at ₹6,699,000, while the BMW M340i is priced at ₹8,499,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX1 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW M340i's 2998 cc, producing 313 bhp (xDrive30) and 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | — | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 6 |
| Power | 313 bhp (xDrive30) | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) | — |
| Range | 440 km - WLTP | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 2235 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 194 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2060 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M-specific ABS |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M compound brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteM Carbon BlackNight Dusk BlueSkyscraper Grey | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
