BMW X1 vs Omoda 9

The BMW X1 starts from $61,800 before on-road costs, while the Omoda 9 opens at $61,990. That makes the BMW X1 the more affordable entry point by $190.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $67,980 and $68,189 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Omoda 9 by roughly $7,270 in fuel alone.

Both the BMW X1 and Omoda 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Omoda 9 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the BMW X1.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the BMW X1 and 8 in the Omoda 9. The Omoda 9 adds a 360-degree camera that the BMW X1 misses.

The BMW X1 features a 10.7-inch touchscreen, while the Omoda 9 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BMW X1 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Omoda 9. The Omoda 9 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof, ventilated seats, Sony audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The BMW X1 lines up producing 115kW and 230Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.1 seconds.

The Omoda 9 lines up making 105kW and 215Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds.

The BMW X1 has the clear power advantage at 115kW vs 105kW. In the real-world sprint, the Omoda 9 is 2.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The BMW X1 measures 4,500mm long on a 2,692mm wheelbase, 275mm shorter than the Omoda 9 at 4,775mm (2,800mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Omoda 9 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 410L in the BMW X1 and 660L in the Omoda 9, giving the Omoda 9 a 250L advantage.

For towing, the Omoda 9 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,853/year for the BMW X1 and $399/year for the Omoda 9. That is a $1,454 annual difference in favour of the Omoda 9.

Estimated annual total: $1,853 (BMW X1) vs $399 (Omoda 9). The Omoda 9 saves you roughly $1,454 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years (BMW X1) vs 8 years (Omoda 9). The Omoda 9 has longer coverage.