Darren drives a BMW iX1 xDrive30 M Sport 65kWh 2024.
This is Darren’s third electric car, he’s owned the iX1 less than a year and drives 15,000-20,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 20,000-30,000 miles and he achieves 180 miles range from an 80% charge. The iX1 also came with the Technology Plus Pack.
Why did you choose the BMW iX1?
- Build quality
- tech
- looks.
Positives
- Comfort
- looks
- technology.
Negatives
Handling is poor, only good for straight line power.
Compared to when you first bought the car, does your battery still charge at the same rate & do you still get the same range?
Yes
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Just the occasional infotainment reset.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
Safety features are excellent, depending on the spec/pack(s) you choose. This came with the Technology Plus Pack, so it virtually drives itself, parks itself and comes with a Head Up Display.
Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about your BMW iX1
Virtually drives itself, much better than my previous Polestar 2 LRDM.
What’s the biggest or funniest myth you’ve heard about EVs?
How long the battery will last.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
Maybe a BMW i4 M50 or Polestar 2, again.
Home charging unit
Ohme Pro – no negatives, never had any issues in almost 3 years.
Electricity supplier & tariff
Intelligent Octopus Go
Do you use public charging networks?
No
Please itemise where you’re saving money (or not) owning & running a BMW iX1
Saving money via overnight charging.
See other BMW i4 Owner Reviews HERE
