In addition to the iX electric SUV that has been listed, BMW has also confirmed that the "electric version X1" iX1 will be launched at the end of this year, which will be unveiled together with gasoline and diesel, PHEV plug-in oil-electric power models, and the original factory also preemptively announced the preview of this "most entry-level electric SUV" to show the front of the car.
▲ BMW predicts that the 3rd generation X1 will arrive this year, in addition to gasoline and diesel, PHEV plug-in oil and electricity power, there will also be an electric version of the iX1.
As can be seen from the teaser photos, the new iX1 has a sharp angular daytime light group, and the double kidney type water tank guard frame and the lower air dam are also embellished with blue elements, symbolizing the environmental protection and energy saving of electric vehicles, similar to the iX3 in shape. In addition, although this is a preview photo of the iX1, it can also preview the face of the new X1 in advance for the outside world, because the two cars will only be different in some trims and nameplates under the sharing of most parts.
In terms of interior, it is expected that the new generation X1/iX1 will be replaced by electronic instruments, and the 2 series Active Tourer will be equipped with the same integrated curved screen, iDrive 8.0 av system, and the original manufacturer also pointed out that the space of the iX1 is "compact but spacious", implying that it will be more enlarged than the current X1.
▲ The iX1 will become the brand's most entry-level electric SUV, with a sharp headlamp shape on the front and blue elements in the water tank guard frame and air intake grille version.
Although the output data of the iX1 has not yet been determined, the iX1 will be equipped with the 5th generation eDrive electric power system, which will have an endurance of about 412-438 kilometers under the WLTP test standard, and may also launch a more powerful version of the M35i. At present, BMW has not announced the exact launch time of the iX1, only that it will be unveiled at the end of this year, and the original factory also plans to launch 15 electric vehicles in 2022, and the next step is to bring the Neue Klasse electric vehicle modular platform, which is expected to debut in 2025.
The electric power of the iX1 has not yet been determined, but the WLTP endurance falls at 412-438 kilometers, and there may be a more powerful version of the M35i.