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BMW iX1 vs Jaecoo E5
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX1 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Jaecoo E5 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX1 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX1 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueBMW
BMW
6.4
Jaecoo
5.2
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
5.9
Jaecoo
4.5
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.4
Jaecoo
3.4
ChargingBMW
BMW
4.1
Jaecoo
3.4
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.3
Jaecoo
5.2
City DrivingJaecoo
BMW
4.6
Jaecoo
6.6
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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BMW iX1
Jaecoo E5
Length
BMW iX14,500mm
Jaecoo E54,380mm-120mm
Width
BMW iX11,845mm-17mm
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Height
BMW iX11,616mm-64mm
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 1,862 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,104 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 555 mm spare (better) | 538 mm spare |
People & luggage
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Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.38m-120mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.86m+17mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.68m+64mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.63m-62mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L (better) | 480L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1495L (better) | 1180L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.7kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi (better) | 248 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,065 | £27,505 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £33,315 (-£3,750) | £27,505 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
* BMW iX1: 11 kW AC is standard; 22 kW AC was an option.
* BMW iX1: Rating from the BMW X1 (2022), which covers the iX1. An extra pole test on the iX1 showed weak chest protection, without changing the stars.
* BMW iX1: Current figure, after a March 2026 efficiency update. Earlier cars: xDrive30 259-270 miles WLTP, eDrive20 268-296 miles WLTP.
* Jaecoo E5: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 320 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 267 miles (better) | 207 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 27 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh (better) | 58.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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BMW iX1
eDrive20 Sport
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £23,250 | £22,849 |
| Average used price | £25,220 | £23,304 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 44 listings (better) | 9 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £11,845 below new | £4,201 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 13.8% over ~6 months | Up 18% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Jaecoo E5 Pure
Jaecoo E5 Pure
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
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Buying options
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BMW iX1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX1
- £23,7132023Car360View
- £25,4492023Browns of RichmondView
- £23,2502023Browns of RichmondView
Jaecoo E5
- £21,3992026Car360View
- £27,2642026Car360View
- £26,9492026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX1 worth the extra £9,560 over the Jaecoo E5?
The BMW iX1 costs £9,560 more than the Jaecoo E5. For that premium it adds 72 miles more WLTP range and 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Jaecoo E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX1 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX1 or the Jaecoo E5?
The Jaecoo E5 is £9,560 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX1 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Jaecoo E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £9,400 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX1 and Jaecoo E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 267 miles for the BMW iX1 and 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX1 goes roughly 60 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX1 or the Jaecoo E5?
The two are within 17 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX1 and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX1 or the Jaecoo E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX1 and 90% for the Jaecoo E5. That gives the Jaecoo E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Jaecoo E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the BMW iX1's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .