Compare performance (313 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or NIO ET5 Wagon?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
NIO ET5 Wagon is barely cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 42,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,628 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX1 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 560 km, about 46 km more than the BMW iX1.
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 NIO ET5 Wagon offers noticeably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 206 Nm more.
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, BMW iX1 is slightly lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW iX1 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW iX1 carries marginally more – 495 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
The NIO ET5 Wagon is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
466 - 514 km
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Electric Range
435 - 560 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Payload
495 kg
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 313 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 230 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
NIO
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