Comparing the BMW M340i and the BMW iX1 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the BMW iX1 is priced at ₹6,699,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the BMW iX1's N/A (Electric), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 313 bhp (xDrive30) 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 | 2998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 313 bhp (xDrive30) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 494 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
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 | 480 Litres | 490 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2610 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 194 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 2060 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2692 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - 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 - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Mineral WhiteM Carbon BlackNight Dusk BlueSkyscraper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
