More autonomy for less money. This is how the latest BMW iX1 eDrive20. This new entry-level version of the electric BMW iX1 hits the market with a single 204 hp engine and a autonomy of up to 475 km. They are Starting price is 49,550 euroscompared to the 56,600 euros of the 313 hp all-wheel drive iX1 xDrive30 version, that’s about 7,050 euros less.
This new version is characterized by having a single engine, 204 hp, located on the front axle. This front-wheel drive BMW is positioned as an alternative to the Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive, in terms of size, space on board and autonomy.
BMW iX1 eDrive20: more autonomy for less money
This iX1 eDrive20 shares its powertrain with the new Mini Countryman E. Mounted on the front axle, its electric motor develops 204 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It uses a lithium-ion battery 64.78 kWh of useful capacity. By having only one motor and the same battery as the iX1 xDrive30 improves your autonomy Compared to the most powerful model: 475 km versus 439 km for the 313 hp iX1.
BMW claims it takes 6 hours and 30 minutes to recharge the battery using the 11 kW alternating current (AC) charger. This time is reduced to 3 hours and 45 minutes when the optional 22 kW charger is selected.
At a direct current (DC) fast charging station, the iX1 eDrive20 goes from 10% to 80% in 29 minutes, despite a charging power nothing exceptional just 130 kW.
The BMW iX1 eDrive20 wants you to forget about the Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive. However, the latter is sold at a price of around 5,000 euros less (44,490 euros) and boasts a similar homologated autonomy: 455 km for the Tesla SUV and between 430 and 475 km for the iX1, depending on the options.
The German manufacturer, however, is lagging behind in terms of performance, with a 0-100 km/h time of 8.6 seconds, compared to 6.9 seconds for the more powerful Model Y, which has around 100 hp. In terms of DC fast charging power, the Model Y can recharge from 10% to 80% in less than 20 minutes thanks to its 250 kW charging power.
Another notable alternative to this BMW iX1 eDrive20 is the Mercedes EQA 250+, a 190 hp electric SUV with a 70 kWh battery for a certified range of 559 km. However, it has a starting price of 57,030 euros, 7,480 euros more than this entry-level BMW iX1.
The BMW iX1, on the other hand, stands out for the quality of its interiors, its comfort and its habitability and versatility. It has a 490 litre boot compared to the 340 liters of the Mercedes EQA and the more than 700 liters of the Model Y.
Despite hard plastics in the lower areas of the cabin, the dashboard gives a good impression of quality, especially in the versions that incorporate synthetic leather upholstery in the upper sections. The curved panel houses a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel and a 10.7 inch touch screen.
The iX1 also offers a adaptive regenerative braking which, when you lift your foot off the accelerator, modulates energy recovery according to traffic conditions. It adapts to traffic, speed and even the route entered into the navigation system.
There is also a B mode (Brake), accessible via the rocker switch at the end of the console, which takes regeneration to the maximum. To the point of allowing single-pedal driving, which eliminates the need to use the brake pedal to come to a complete stop.
On the other hand, the standard equipment It is quite comprehensive. It includes, among other things, LED headlights and LED taillights, alloy wheels, automatic tailgate operation, cruise control with braking function, dual-zone automatic climate control, a reversing camera and a 10.7-inch touchscreen.
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Source: www.motorpasion.com
