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Volvo EX40 vs BMW iX1 LWB Comparison

Should you buy Volvo EX40 or BMW iX1 LWB? 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. Volvo EX40 price starts at Rs.49 Lakh and BMW iX1 LWB price starts at Rs.51 Lakh.

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

Volvo EX40 Vs BMW iX1 LWB

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

Pros & Cons

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

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

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