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BMW iX vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

BMW iX vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • marginally lighter
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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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW iX is significantly cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 176,503 £.

Wraith

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers very slightly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 600 HP. That’s roughly 59 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 Rolls-Royce Wraith takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers a bit more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW iX offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Rolls-Royce Wraith is marginally lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers barely more boot space – 500 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries visibly more – 575 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is far ahead overall 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
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BMW iX

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Reviews BMW iX

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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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