BMW iX1 LWB vs BYD Seal
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 23 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | BMW iX1 LWB | BYD Seal |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | eDrive20L M Sport | Performance |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹52.70 Lakh | ₹53.65 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 531 km | 580 km |
| Real-world range | 425 km | 460 km |
| Battery capacity | 66.4 kWh | 82.56 kWh |
| Motor power | 150 kW | 390 kW |
| DC fast charge | 30m | 38m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- BMW iX1 LWB has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹52.70 Lakh.
- BYD Seal has the highest displayed claimed range at 580 km.
- BMW iX1 LWB has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 30m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
BYD Seal
580 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
BYD Seal
₹53.65 Lakh for 580 km
Best Performance
Winner
BYD Seal
390 kW, 0-100 in 3.8s
Best for City
Winner
BMW iX1 LWB
8.0 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
BMW iX1 LWB
0-80% in 30 min
Most Spacious
Winner
BMW iX1 LWB
490L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹52.70 Lakh | ₹53.65 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 15 Jan 2025 | 5 Mar 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 531 km | 580 km Best |
| Real World Range | 425 km | 460 km Best |
| Battery Capacity | 66.4 kWh | 82.56 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 8.0 km/kWh Best | 7.0 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 30m Best | 38m |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 7 hrs Best | 14 hrs |
| Motor Power | 150 kW | 390 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 180 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6s | 3.8s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 490 L Best | 400 L |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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