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BMW iX1 vs ZEEKR X: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
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Specification
iX1
X
Maximum Power
iX1230 kW
X-
Maximum Torque
iX1494 Nm
X-
Engine Size
iX1Not Applicable
X-
Combined Fuel Economy
iX1Not Applicable
X-
Ground Clearance
iX1190 mm
X-
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Spec
iX1
X
Model Introduced Year
2023
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Generation
Battery-electric U11 compact SUV, closely related in body and cabin architecture to the third-generation X1.
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Facelift History
The current U11 iX1 is the first battery-electric X1 generation; no South African facelift has been announced.
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Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
SUV
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Model Year
2026
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Production Status
active
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Segment
Premium SUV
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Vehicle Type
Car
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Spec
iX1
X
Length
4500 mm
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Width
1845 mm
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Height
1616 mm
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Wheelbase
2692 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
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Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
490 l
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Kerb Weight
2085 kg
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2580 kg
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Payload Capacity
570 kg
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Towing Capacity
1200 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Number of Rows
2 rows
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Doors
5 doors
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Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
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Front Headroom
1020 mm
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Rear Headroom
981 mm
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Front Legroom
1050 mm
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Rear Legroom
928 mm
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Spec
iX1
X
Engine
BMW eDrive electric drive
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Engine Code
Not Applicable
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Fuel Type
Electric
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
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Cylinders
Not Applicable
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Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
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Valves
Not Applicable
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Aspiration
Not Applicable
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Fuel System
Not Applicable
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Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
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Bore
Not Applicable
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Stroke
Not Applicable
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Maximum Power
230 kW
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Maximum Torque
494 Nm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous motor
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Number of Motors
2
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Motor Location
Front and rear axles
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Drive Type
AWD
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Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
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Top Speed
210 km/h
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0-100 km/h
5.6 sec
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Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
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Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
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Launch Control
No
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Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
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Battery Capacity
1 kWh
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Usable Battery Capacity
64.8 kWh
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Battery Type
Lithium-ion
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Battery Voltage
400 V
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Electric Range
490 km (BMW stated)
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AC Charging Power
11 kW
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DC Charging Power
130 kW
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AC Charging Time
6 h 30 min
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DC Charging Time
30 min
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Regenerative Braking
Yes
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Spec
iX1
X
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
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Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive
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LSD Available
Yes
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Transfer Case
Yes
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Differential Lock
Yes
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Paddle Shifters
Yes
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Final Drive Ratio
Yes
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Number of Gears
1
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic selector
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Drivetrain
AWD
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4WD Engagement
Electronically controlled AWD
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4WD Hi Range
Yes
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4WD Lo Range
Yes
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4WD Selector
Yes
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
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Front Differential Lock
Yes
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Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
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Low Range Ratio
Yes
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Low Range
Yes
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Axle Layout
Yes
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Rear Differential Lock
Yes
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Transmission Speeds
1
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Spec
iX1
X
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
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City Mileage
Not Applicable
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Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
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Emission Standard
Euro 6
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
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Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
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Charging Port Type
CCS Combo
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Charging Type
AC and DC
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Fuel Tank Litres
0
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Combined Driving Range
490 km (BMW stated)
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Electric Consumption
14.8
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Range Real World Highway
360 km
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Range Real World Mixed
420 km
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Spec
iX1
X
Airbags
6
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ABS
Standard
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Electronic Stability Control
Standard
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Traction Control
Standard
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Hill Descent Control
Yes
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Child Safety Lock
Standard
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ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
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Brake Assist
Standard
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
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Front Parking Sensors
Yes
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AEB
Yes
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BA
Standard
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Brake Override System
Yes
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Curtain Airbags
Yes
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Driver Airbag
Yes
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EBD
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Hill Hold
Standard
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Passenger Airbag
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
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Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
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Side Airbags
Yes
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Stability Control
Standard
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TCS
Standard
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Knee Airbag
Yes
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ABS EBD
Standard
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Spec
iX1
X
Cruise Control
Yes
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Lane Keep Assist
Yes
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Lane Departure Warning
Yes
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Parking Sensors
Yes
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Rear View Camera
Yes
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360 Degree Camera
Yes
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
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Auto Highbeam
Yes
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Auto Wipers
Yes
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Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
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Reverse Camera
Yes
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Park Assist
Standard
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Around View Monitor
Yes
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Blind Spot Warning
Yes
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Forward Collision Warning
Yes
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Spec
iX1
X
Seat Material
Leather/Sensatec
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Heated Seats
Yes
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Ventilated Seats
Yes
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Ambient Lighting
Yes
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Steering Wheel Material
Steering wheel M Leather
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60 40 Split Seat
Yes
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric multi-way
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric multi-way
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Seat Trim
Sport seats for driver and front passenger
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Spec
iX1
X
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
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Power Windows
Standard
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Keyless Entry
Yes
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Push Button Start
Yes
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Wireless Charging
Yes
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Sunroof
Panoramic
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Electric Tailgate
Yes
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
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AC Type
Automatic climate control
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Spec
iX1
X
Infotainment System
Yes
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Apple CarPlay
Yes
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Android Auto
Yes
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
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Number of Speakers
6
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Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3
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USB Ports
2
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Infotainment Screen
14.9
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Touchscreen
14.9
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Spec
iX1
X
LED Headlamps
Yes
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Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
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Fog Lamps
Yes
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Roof Rails
Yes
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Exterior Colour Options
Multiple manufacturer colours
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Headlights
Yes
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Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
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Spec
iX1
X
Approach Angle
25 deg
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Departure Angle
23 deg
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Wading Depth
500 mm
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Terrain Modes
Auto; Sport; Eco
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Locking Differential
Yes
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4WD System Type
All-wheel drive
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Breakover Angle
20 deg
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Spec
iX1
X
Tyre Size
225/50 R18
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Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
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Rear Brake Type
Disc
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Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
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Wheel Rim Size
18" M Lt/Aly wheels Double-spoke style 838 M Bicolour
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Handbrake Type
Electronic
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Spec
iX1
X
Front Suspension
Adaptive M Suspension
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Rear Suspension
Adaptive M Suspension
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Spec
iX1
X
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
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Spec
iX1
X
Service Plan
5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan
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Spec
iX1
X
Ownership Role
Private, business and fleet
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Price Zar
1255000 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current recommended retail price
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Starting Price
1255000
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Starting Price Zar
1255000
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Spec
iX1
X
Warranty
Yes
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In depth: how these cars differ
This iX1 and X comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
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What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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