Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| BMW iX1 | Mercedes-Benz EQB | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2022-now | 2021-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 53,900 | € 56,900 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 76/100 | 75/100 |
| Reliability (differs) | 71/100 | 70/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 73/100 | 70/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 70/100 | 72/100 |
| Value retention | n/a | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | 440 | 470 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | 65 | 70 |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 313 | 190 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 5.6 | 8.9 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 180 | 160 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4500 | 4684 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1845 | 1834 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1616 | 1667 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 2085 | 2115 |
| Fast charging, public charger (kW) (differs) | 130 | 100 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1200 | 1700 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 490 | 495 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) (differs) | 17 | 17.5 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See the guide on WLTP versus real-world consumption.
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · U11 xDrive30 (2024)
Electric compact SUV on the UKL platform, shared with the petrol X1. The xDrive30 has four-wheel drive and about 313 hp from a 65 kWh net battery. WLTP around 440 km (manufacturer figure, indicative); winter range is lower according to owners (public forums, not measured by us).
Profile · X243 (facelift 2024)
Electric compact SUV on an adapted GLB body, optionally with a third seat row (cramped occasional seats). EQB 250+ with about 70 kWh net battery. WLTP around 470 km (manufacturer figure, indicative); winter range is lower according to owners (public forums, not measured by us). DC charging peaks relatively low around 100 kW.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.