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Audi A1 vs BMW iX comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or BMW iX?

Audi A1 vs BMW iX: Key differences

Audi A1

2.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,600 £.

iX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 452 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers significantly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 695 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is significantly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 1,350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers markedly more boot space – 500 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries a bit more – 575 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX holds a solid overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
Audi A1
BMW iX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Audi A1
BMW iX

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
505 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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