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BMW iX1 vs Peugeot e-408
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX1 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Peugeot e-408 counters with the lowest price.
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
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
Peugeot
5.8
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
5.9
Peugeot
2.3
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.4
Peugeot
6.6
ChargingBMW
BMW
4.1
Peugeot
0.7
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.3
Peugeot
3.9
City Driving
BMW
4.6
Peugeot
4.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,065 | £34,265 (better) |
| Official range | 320 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Boot space | 490 L (better) | 471 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX1
Peugeot e-408
Length
BMW iX14,500mm-187mm
Peugeot e-4084,687mm
Width
BMW iX11,845mm-14mm
Peugeot e-4081,859mm
Height
BMW iX11,616mm
Peugeot e-4081,478mm-138mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,845 mm (better) | 1,859 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,104 mm | 2,062 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,478 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.9 m | 11.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 555 mm spare (better) | 541 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 490 L (better) | 471 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1495 L | 1545 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX1 eDrive20 Sport |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.69m+187mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.86m+14mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.06m-42mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.48m-138mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.79m+95mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 490L (better) | 471L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1495L | 1545L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | 11.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,806kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.7kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi (better) | 283 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,065 | £34,265 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £33,315 (-£3,750) | £32,765 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Estate |
| Available | 2023+ | 2023+ |
* 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.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 320 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 267 miles (better) | 177 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 161 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.6 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 157 kW (better) |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 475 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
BMW iX1
eDrive20 Sport
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Peugeot e-408
Allure
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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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 - Peugeot e-408 Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX1eDrive20 Sport | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW iX1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Peugeot e-408
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX1
- £23,7132023Car360View
- £23,2502023Browns of RichmondView
- £25,4492023Browns of RichmondView
Peugeot e-408
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX1 worth the extra £2,800 over the Peugeot e-408?
The BMW iX1 costs £2,800 more than the Peugeot e-408. For that premium it adds 37 miles more WLTP range. The Peugeot e-408 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.0s 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 Peugeot e-408?
The Peugeot e-408 is £2,800 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX1 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Peugeot e-408, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-408 comes out roughly £2,600 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 Peugeot e-408 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 267 miles for the BMW iX1 and 177 miles for the Peugeot e-408 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX1 goes roughly 89 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX1 or the Peugeot e-408?
The two are within 14 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 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408. The Peugeot e-408 also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX1 or the Peugeot e-408?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX1 and 84% for the Peugeot e-408. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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