In pics: Is the BMW iX1 LWB Electric the all-round luxury EV you have been waiting for?


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The BMW iX1 LWB Electric is priced at an introductory ₹49 lakhs before taxes, making it more affordable than the base X1 by ₹80,000. It is an identical twin of the iX1, featuring a large kidney grille, adaptive LED headlamps, and a stretched roofline.

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The iX1 LWB brings a large surface diffuser, sculpted taillights, and the L lettering at the rear. 

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The EV rides on 18-inch M Light alloy wheels and brings a 2,800 mm long wheelbase. The height and the width remain identical to that of the regular iX1. 

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The extra 108 mm of wheelbase translates to abundant legroom and kneeroom for the second row occupant. The rear doors open wider for easier entry and a lowered gearbox hump allows for more feet space. 

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The rear row occupants are treated with softer foam cushioning with extended seat cushion. The cabin further features a nine square-feet panormic sunroof, 12-speaker Harman Kardon setup, auto climate control and more.

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The BMW iX1 LWB offers a clean dashboard and centre console design with a widescreen curved display taking centre stage. The driver gets a leather-wrapped steering wheel and the cabin features a dual-tone look. 

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The front row Sports Seats are electrically adjustable and the cabin features a beige headliner to bring a dual-tone aesthetic. 

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The BMW iX1 LWB features a  a single electric motor on the front axle and a 66.4 kWh battery. This is claimed to allow for a 531 km single-charge range, but our tests put the figure at 450 km per charge.

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The iX1 LWB makes 201 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. While the regular iX1 features the xDrive tech which enables all-wheel drive, the longer sibling comes with e-drive. 

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The iX1 LWB Electric brings a refined driving experience with great control over NVH levels. 

First Published Date: 04 Feb 2025, 16:12 PM IST

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