Kia EV6 vs BMW iX1

The Kia EV6 starts from $72,660 before on-road costs, while the BMW iX1 opens at $77,900. That makes the Kia EV6 the more affordable entry point by $5,240.

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 $79,926 and $85,690 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the Kia EV6 and BMW iX1 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the Kia EV6 and 86% for the BMW iX1.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the BMW iX1, against 5 on the Kia EV6.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Kia EV6 and 6 in the BMW iX1.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Kia EV6 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the BMW iX1 gets a 10.7-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Kia EV6 stands out with V2L — features our data doesn't list for the BMW iX1. The BMW iX1 counters with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, power tailgate and Harman Kardon audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Kia EV6 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the BMW iX1 offers sensatec synthetic leather.

The Kia EV6 uses a Electric producing 168kW and 350Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.7 seconds.

The BMW iX1 responds with a Electric making 230kW and 494Nm, paired to a auto driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.1 seconds.

The BMW iX1 has the clear power advantage at 230kW vs 168kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the BMW iX1 is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 84kWh (Kia EV6) vs 64.7kWh (BMW iX1), giving WLTP ranges of 541km and 578km. DC fast charging peaks at 240kW (Kia EV6) vs 130kW (BMW iX1).

The Kia EV6 measures 4,695mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 195mm longer than the BMW iX1 at 4,500mm (2,692mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia EV6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 490L in the Kia EV6 and 490L in the BMW iX1.

For towing, the Kia EV6 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 600kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV6) vs 5 years / 999,999km (BMW iX1). The Kia EV6 has longer coverage.