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BMW iX1 LWB vs Volvo EX40 Comparison

Should you buy BMW iX1 LWB or Volvo EX40? Find out which electric car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, range, battery capacity, charging time, power, features, safety and dimensions. BMW iX1 LWB price starts at Rs.51 Lakh and Volvo EX40 price starts at Rs.49 Lakh.

Key Highlights
BMW iX1 LWB
Volvo EX40
Price
Rs.51.40 Lakh
Rs.49 Lakh
Range
531 km
592 km
Battery Capacity
66.4 kWh
69 kWh
Power
204 bhp
237.99 bhp
Charging Time
10-80% in about 30 minutes on a 130 kW DC fast charger
DC fast charging supported

BMW iX1 LWB Vs Volvo EX40

BMW iX1 LWB
BMW iX1 LWB
Rs.51.40 Lakh
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Volvo EX40
Volvo EX40
Rs.49 Lakh
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Basic Information
Ex-showroom Price
Rs.51.40 Lakh
Rs.49 Lakh
Battery & Range
Range
531 km
592 km
Real-world Range
390 - 450 km
400 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
66.4 kWh
69 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion battery pack
Lithium-ion
Motor & Performance
Motor Power
204 bhp
237.99 bhp
Max Torque
250 Nm
420 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Drive Type
Front Wheel Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Automatic
Single-speed automatic
Charging Details
Home Charger
11 kW
7.4
Home Charging Time
10-100% in about 6 hours 30 minutes on 11 kW AC charger
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AC Charger
11 kW
11
AC Charging Time
11 kW AC charging supported
AC charging
DC Charger
130 kW
150
DC Fast Charging Time
10-80% in about 30 minutes on a 130 kW DC fast charger
DC fast charging supported
Connector Type
Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4616 mm
4440 mm
Width
1845 mm
1873 mm
Height
1642 mm
1647 mm
Wheelbase
2802 mm
2702 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
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Boot Space
490 litres
452 litres
Seating Capacity
5
5
Features & Safety
Safety Rating
Not tested by Bharat NCAP yet
5 Star
Airbags
8 airbags
7 airbags
Key Features
curved display | panoramic sunroof | dual-zone climate control | Harman Kardon audio | powered s...
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...

Pros & Cons

BMW iX1 LWB

Pros
  • Claimed range of around 531 km
  • Available with 66.4 kWh battery option
  • DC fast charging support helps reduce charging stops
  • Practical 490-litre boot space
Cons
  • Real-world range is lower than the claimed 531 km figure
  • Home or AC charging can take longer than DC fast charging
  • Fast charging speed depends on charger availability and battery condition
  • On-road price can be higher than the listed ₹51.40 Lakh ex-showroom range

Volvo EX40

Pros
  • Long claimed range
  • Premium EV cabin
  • Strong instant torque
  • Fast CCS2 charging support
Cons
  • High purchase price
  • Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
  • Fast-charger availability differs by route
  • Service and option packs may affect final cost

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