Comparing the BMW X1 and the Volvo EC40 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Volvo EC40 is priced at ₹5,699,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Volvo EC40's N/A (Electric), producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) 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 | — | 82 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | AWD (Twin Motor) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front + Rear) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | — |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 670 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~28 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 590 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 452 Litres + 31 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2680 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 154 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 2185 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 4440 mm / 1873 mm / 1596 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2702 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 | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Central Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Leather / Microfibre Blend |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Harman Kardon Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & 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 |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Headlamps (Thor's Hammer) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch 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 | Yes - DSTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Crystal WhiteSand DuneOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
