Comparing the BMW iX1 and the Volvo EX30 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 Volvo EX30 is priced at ₹3,499,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX1 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volvo EX30's N/A (Electric), producing 313 bhp (xDrive30) and 268 bhp (Single Motor) / 421 bhp (Twin Motor Performance) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) | 51 kWh / 69 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | RWD (Single) / AWD (Twin) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Single or Dual) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed |
| Power | 313 bhp (xDrive30) | 268 bhp (Single Motor) / 421 bhp (Twin Motor Performance) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 343 Nm (Single) / 543 Nm (Twin) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) | Yes - DC (153 kW) |
| Range | 440 km - WLTP | 480 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 318 Litres + 7 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 2290 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 194 mm | 175 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2060 kg | 1800 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm | 4233 mm / 1837 mm / 1550 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2650 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display | 12.3-inch Integrated Central Display (portrait) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Pilot Assist ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Digital Key (Phone) |
| 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) | Microtech / Partial Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Harman Kardon 9-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (Thor's Hammer) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Headlamps with Thor's Hammer DRL |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes - ESC + DTC |
| 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 | Crystal WhiteOnyx BlackVapour GreyCloud BlueSand Dune |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |











