BMW iX1 vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the BMW iX1 compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery64.8 kWh

WLTP range475 km

Efficiency13.6 kWh/100 km

Max charging11 / 130 kW

BMW iX1: compact SUV body style illustration — BMW iX1 eDrive20 · body style illustration (not the exact model)

BMW iX1 vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	BMW iX1	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£591	£1,703	£1,113
Germany	€868	€2,289	€1,421
France	€575	€2,164	€1,589
Canada	C$384	C$1,462	C$1,079
Australia	A$812	A$1,502	A$689
United Arab Emirates	AED 664	AED 2,272	AED 1,608
India	₹15,573	₹98,407	₹82,833
Saudi Arabia	SAR 438	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,834
Netherlands	€574	€2,388	€1,814
Spain	€599	€1,880	€1,281
Italy	€666	€2,087	€1,422
Japan	¥79,438	¥150,832	¥71,395
Norway	€431	€2,048	€1,616
Sweden	€608	€1,540	€931
China	CN¥1,176	CN¥8,005	CN¥6,829
South Africa	R7,113	R19,198	R12,084
Mexico	MX$4,129	MX$24,940	MX$20,812
Turkey	₺6,508	₺51,860	₺45,353

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a BMW iX1?

Charging at home, about €1,260 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.

When does a BMW iX1 pay for itself?

It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.