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BMW iX1 vs Vauxhall Movano comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or Vauxhall Movano?

BMW iX1 vs Vauxhall Movano: Key differences

BMW iX1

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  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Vauxhall Movano

  • very slightly cheaper
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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:

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

Vauxhall Movano is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 42,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,409 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX1 is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Movano. That’s a difference of about 11.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX1 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 90 km more than the Vauxhall Movano.

Movano

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 a bit more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX1 delivers barely more torque with 494 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 44 Nm more.

iX1

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: Vauxhall Movano offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX1 is moderately lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Movano carries considerably more – 2,020 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,525 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX1 holds a narrow 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 £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
Vauxhall Movano

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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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Vauxhall Movano

The Opel Movano is the no-nonsense workhorse that combines practicality with a calm, dependable presence on the road, designed to make hauling and daily chores feel almost effortless. Comfortable enough for long shifts and flexible enough to suit tradespeople, couriers or weekend DIY heroes, it’s built to be useful first and flashy never.

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BMW iX1
Vauxhall Movano

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Price
39,900 - 58,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,150 - 2,910 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 kg
Payload
590 - 2,020 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
140 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
350 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
103 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Vauxhall
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