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BMW iX vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or VW Caddy Compact Van?

BMW iX vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

BMW iX

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly 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.

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

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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.

VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,750 £.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers significantly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 581 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

Caddy Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 509 HP more horsepower.

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

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW iX offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 1,083 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries visibly more – 759 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 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
BMW iX
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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BMW iX
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 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
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
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Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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