BMW X1 vs Volvo EC40

Last Updated: September 3, 2026

BMW X1 price starts at Rs. 50.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.10 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Volvo EC40, priced at Rs. 59.00 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the X1 returns a claimed 16.35 kmpl, while the EC40 offers a claimed 530 km/charge. On the performance front, the X1 uses a 1499cc engine producing 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm and the EC40 a 78kWh battery producing 402.30bhp. If you're deciding between the X1 and EC40, the X1 is the better pick for affordability and top speed.

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X1 vs EC40 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW X1Volvo EC40
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 50.90 LakhRs. 59.00 Lakh
Mileage / Range 16.35 kmpl530 km/charge
Engine / Battery 1499 cc78kWh
Max power / Motor 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm402.30bhp
Top speed 219 Km/h180 Km/h

X1 vs EC40 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW X1 sDrive18i M SportVolvo EC40 E80
Rating
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Brand Name BMW Volvo
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 50.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 59.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1499 cc Not Available
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm 402.30bhp
No Of Cylinders 3 Not Available
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed Steptronic 1-Speed
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Volvo EC40 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Electric(Battery)
Mileage (ARAI) 16.35 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 225/55 R18 235/50 R19
Boot Space 500 Liters 413 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 98,464 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,14,133 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.00 Lakh X1 Insurance Rs. 2.46 Lakh EC40 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
1499 cc
Not Available
Battery Type
Not Available
Lithium-Ion
Engine Type
B38 turbo I3
Not Available
Motor Power
Not Available
402.30
Engine Displacement
1499 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
78kWh
Max Power
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
402.30bhp
Range
Not Available
530 km/charge
Max Torque
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
660Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
3
Not Available
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed Steptronic
1-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
No
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Yes
Turbo Charger
Twin
Not Available
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
Yes
Mild Hybrid
No
No
Charging Time
Not Available
27Min (150 kW DC)
Fast Charging
No
Yes
Charging Port
Not Available
CCS-II
Charging Time (A.C)
Not Available
8 Hours
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
27Min (150 kW)

Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
9.2 Sec
4.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
51 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
219 Km/h
180 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
16.35 Kmpl
Not Available

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
225/55 R18
235/50 R19
Wheel Size
18
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Sensatec Perforated Mocha(Optional), Sensatec Perforated Oyster (Optional), Interior trim finishers Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’ with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome, Rear seat backrest with reclining and 40:20:40 folding, M Leather Steering Wheel with Multifunction Buttons, Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function, Floor Mats in velour, Sport seats, Armrest front, sliding with storage compartment, Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Luxury instrument panel, Pearl Chrome touches on the door handles, Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting functio
Decore Topography back lit decore,Illuminated vanity mirror in sunvisor LH / RH side,Artificial leather steering wheel with unl deco inlay 3 spoke,sport,Gearlever knob,Interior illumination high level,Parking ticket holder,Glovebox curry hook,Tunnel console high gloss black ash tray lid,Charcoal roof colour interior,Interior Motion Sensor for alarm,Key remote control,Tempered glass side & rear windows,31.24 cms (12.3 inch) driver display,Carpet kit textile,Power Opreted tailgate
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Not Available
No
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Leather
Fabric
Lighting
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Ambient light
Not Available
Glove Box Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Yes
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
Not Available
413
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
Not Available
4
Boot Space
500 Liters
413 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Remote
Additional Exterior Features
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
BEV grill colour coordinated convert mesh,High gloss black décor side window,,Handle side door body colour keyless and illumination,Black rear view mirror covers,Retractable rear view mirror,Pixle technology headlights,EBL flashing brake light and hazard warning,Foglight in front,Temporary Sparewheel,Jack,Warning Triabgle
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Not Available
Boot Opening
Not Available
Automatic
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Cornering Foglamps
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Grille
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Yes
No
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4447*1821*1598 mm3
4440*1873*1591 mm3
Wheelbase
2670 mm
2080 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
4

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Park Distance Control, BMW Efficient Lightweight construction, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Digital Key Plus( Lock, unlock and starting the vehicle and compatible with smartphone with NFC enabled key card), Electrical Seat Adjustment for driver memory function for driver, Active seat for Driver and Front Passenger, Automatic operation of tailgate including contactless opening and closing via a kicking movement, Servotronic Steering Assist, 7-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with shift paddles( Electronic selector-lever, Automatic gear selection, Currently engaged gear shown in the instrument cluster, Auto-P function, Shift paddles on steering wheel (with boost mode), Gear display with recommended gear in manual mode)
Clean zone (Air Purifier),Humidity Sensors,Fixed Panaromic Sun Roof,Automatically dimmed inner and exterior mirror,Front tread plated metal recharge,Parking ticket holder,Waste bin in front of armrest,Glove box curry hook,Suede textile/Microtech Upholstery,Power adjustable driver seat with mamory,Power adjustable passenger seat,4 way power adjustable lumbar support,Mechanicle Cushion Extenshion Front seat,Mechanicle release fold 2nd row rear seat,Power foldable rear headrest from centre stack display,Luggage space in front,Foldable floor hatchs with grocery bag holder,Warning Triabgle,First aid kit,Connector EU type+ Quickcharge,Cord plug m type 2 Mode 2
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Yes
Battery Saver
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
BMW Live Cockpit Plus (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument Display, High-resolution 10.7” Control Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with real-time traffic information, Touch Functionality), Wireless Smartphone Integration, Comfort Access System with HiFi loudspeaker system by Harman Kardon with:(12 speakers and digital amplifier with Tweeter bezels in stainless steel with illuminated ‘Harman Kardon’ inscription), Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, MyModes)
Harmon kardon premium sound system,Remote cuntrol button in steering wheel,22.86cms (9 inch) centre display with touch screen,2 USB Type-c connectors front,Digital service pack,Android based google assisted infotainment system,Volvo on call,with Telematic ca Module,Apple car play with wire,Speech funcion,Inductive charging for smartphone
Smart Entry
Yes
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
12
Not Available
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
BEV grill colour coordinated convert mesh,High gloss black décor side window,,Handle side door body colour keyless and illumination,Black rear view mirror covers,Retractable rear view mirror,Pixle technology headlights,EBL flashing brake light and hazard warning,Foglight in front,Temporary Sparewheel,Jack,Warning Triabgle
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
Rear Folding Table
Not Available
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
Not Available
Yes
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.7
9 Inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Not Available
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Powered Seats
Front Only
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
2
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lights Front
Not Available
Yes
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Yes
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System
Not Available
Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
SIPS Airbag,,Inflatable Curtains,,Whiplash protection front seat,Belt minder all seats EU Logic,Pyrotechnical pretensioners front rear outer positions,Cut-off switch passenger airbag,Isofix outer position rear seat,Collision Mitigation support front,Lane Keeping aid,Blind spot information system with cross traffic alert,,Collision Mitigation support rear,Rain sensor
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Lane Watch Camera
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not Available
Rear Camera
3
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Yes
Not Available
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
Not Available
Yes
Speed Assist System
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Inbuilt Apps
BMW Connected
Savan, Spotyfy, Etc.
Remote Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
SOS Button
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
Not Available
Yes
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Remote Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
Yes
E Manual
Not Available
Yes
Digital Car Key
Not Available
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant
Yes
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
Yes
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
Not Available
Yes
Live Weather
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Yes
Yes
Save Route Place
Not Available
Yes
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Crash Notification
Not Available
Yes
Valet Mode
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Yes
Remote Boot Open
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Yes
Yes

Is BMW X1 Better Than Volvo EC40?

100% users have chosen BMW X1 over Volvo EC40 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 67 users have also rated BMW X1 and Volvo EC40 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences BMW X1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and safety in your car. But Volvo EC40 is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor EC40 X1
Mileage 4.5 2.5
Performance 4.9 2.5
Comfort 4.9 5.0
Maintenance 4.2 2.5
Safety 5.0 4.0
Features 4.4 5.0
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BMW X1 Vs Volvo EC40 FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X1 vs Volvo EC40?
As per the users experiences BMW X1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and safety in your car. But Volvo EC40 is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which car is cheaper BMW X1 vs Volvo EC40?
The BMW X1 is cheaper than Volvo EC40 by ₹8.10 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW X1 vs Volvo EC40?
As per the users experiences the BMW X1 has better performance.

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