BMW iX1 review: what the car critics say
BMW’s smallest electric crossover has ‘precise’ steering and a ‘smart interior’

BMW has launched its smallest electric crossover, the iX1, joining a market that includes the likes of the Tesla Model Y, Mercedes-Benz EQA, and Audi Q4 e-tron, said The Daily Telegraph. In some ways, it can compete with those cars; it is fast, and has a “smart interior”. The entry-level model has a generous spec, but it’s expensive for what it offers, and its 267-mile range is not great for a car of its size.
The iX1 has a 64.7kWh battery mounted under the floor, providing 309bhp and charging from 10% to 80% in just under half-an-hour, said Top Gear Magazine. It reaches an impressive 0-62mph in 5.7 seconds (in Boost mode) and can hit 112mph. It’s easy to drive, with steering that is “precise” if a little “light”. Its adaptive regenerative braking mode seems a little “unpredictable”, but you can turn it off.
Those looking for a car that doesn’t scream too much about the fact that it’s electric will appreciate the iX1’s fairly traditional styling, said Auto Express. The cabin has a “premium feel” with good materials and a general sense of sturdiness. BMW has got rid of its rotary controller in favour of more touchscreen controls, which are less easy to use, but the iX1 is spacious, with a 490-litre boot, and has a light, airy feel inside.
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