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BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Raval comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or CUPRA Raval?

BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Raval: Key differences

BMW iX1

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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CUPRA Raval

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX1

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Raval is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 42,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,100 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is barely more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.3 kWh/100km for the BMW iX1. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX1 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 69 km more than the CUPRA Raval.

Raval

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 iX1 offers markedly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX1 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX1 delivers substantially more torque with 494 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 204 Nm more.

iX1

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Raval is clearly lighter – 1,610 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX1 offers marginally more boot space – 490 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX1 carries barely more – 495 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX1 shows a few small advantages 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 £42,300
iX1

BMW iX1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 466 - 514 km
BMW iX1
CUPRA Raval

Costs and Consumption

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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 is a compact electric crossover that blends BMW's characteristic driving dynamics with a practical, premium interior, making it a strong choice for buyers who want an upscale daily driver with electric efficiency. It delivers composed handling for city and motorway use, while its clean, modern styling and intuitive tech give the cabin an inviting, contemporary feel.

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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BMW iX1
CUPRA Raval

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
300 - 445 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 kg
Payload
470 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
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