BMW iX1 (2022 – current) | Skilled Score

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“While not as innovative as the i3 it indirectly replaces, the BMW iX1 is a very well-put-together EV with an excellent powertrain and a suitably premium-feeling cabin that helps justify some strong pricing.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“You lose next to no boot capacity by choosing the electric version, but the X1’s sliding rear seats aren’t available on the iX1 and the EV loses a little bit of rear leg room.” (Illya Verpraet)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Compare the BMW iX1 to its closest competitors – the Mercedes EQA and Audi Q4 e-Tron – and it has them both licked. So, despite looking resolutely normal, the iX1 manages to inject a bit of spice into electric crossover ownership, while managing to feel like more of a premium product.” (Jake Groves)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.6 / 10
“While it doesn’t feel as futuristic as some EVs, the BMW iX1 should slot easily into the lives of SUV buyers”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“With iX-style driving dynamics, the iX1 is well-balanced and has a premium feel. xLine has more than enough equipment for everything you need.” (Mat Watson)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The BMW iX1 offers power, refinement and reasonable practicality, making it a solid option for buyers after an electric SUV.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“It’s another electric SUV from BMW, but the iX1 is the sweetest of the bunch. It’s the cheapest, for starters, kicking off at a mite over £52,000. It also offers four-wheel-drive, something the larger and more expensive iX3 currently doesn’t.”
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Model reviewed: xDrive30
Score: 9 / 10
“The BMW iX1 brings BMW all-electric SUV motoring to more of a mass audience than the BMW iX3 or the BMW iX, but it still has all the qualities that you would expect from a BMW.” (Paul Clarke)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The BMW iX1 is perhaps the ultimate electric family SUV. It looks sharp, is easy to drive and has a stunning interior – while it’s also satisfyingly normal, which means it won’t feel like a shock to the system when you trade in your Nissan Qashqai.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“We’ve sampled the new BMW iX1 in prototype form and reckon it has all the ingredients to create a buzz in the world of electric SUVs.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Overall, the BMW iX1 is a very recommendable electric family SUV. The range and efficiency are decent, and practicality is good compared to most of its rivals. Most of all, the interior finish and tech are really excellent, so if you want a useful family car that’s got serious, high-end executive classiness, this is a great option.” (Vicky Parrott)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.6 / 10
“Rapid, fashionable and crying out for a cheaper version.” (Murray Scullion)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
“It drives like an arcade game and is practical inside, but wait until you see the price.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The electric iX1 version really grabs attention, offering the most refinement and tax-efficiency while wiping the floor with competitors from Mercedes and Volvo.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The BMW iX1 is a practical choice and its performance is impressive. Sadly, it’s let down by an overly firm ride and a high price – although cheaper variants will be offered in the future.”
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