BMW X1 or Volvo XC40?
What are the main differences between the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
BMW X1
- From-price
- €53,961 (valid from 1 November 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrid, Mild hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
- Electric range (WLTP)
- 76–83 km
- Power
- 100–240 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 540 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2022)
- Versions in the price list
- 10
Volvo XC40
- From-price
- €50,995 (valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price))
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Mild hybrid
- Consumption (WLTP)
- 6.6–7.3 l/100 km
- Power
- 120–145 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 452 litres (ISO)
- Euro NCAP
- not confirmed in an official source
- Versions in the price list
- 5
How do the versions of the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | BMW X1 BMW X1 xDrive25e | Volvo XC40 XC40 B3 Mild Hybrid Essential | Volvo XC40 XC40 B4 Mild Hybrid Core |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €53,961Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 1 November 2026 | €50,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price) | €54,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price) |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €52,461 | €49,875 | €53,875 |
| Specifications | |||
| PowertraindiffersFrom the version’s price list. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | Plug-in hybrid, All-wheel drive | Mild hybrid, Front-wheel drive | Mild hybrid, Front-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 180 kW (245 hp) | 120 kW (163 hp) | 145 kW (197 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 6.8 s | 8.6 s | 7.6 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 76–83 km electric2.4–2.8 l/100 km | 6.6–7.3 l/100 km | 6.6–7.3 l/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026 | 14.2 kWh | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| AC chargingdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 11 kW | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| DC fast charging (max.)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Fast charging 10-80 %No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | 1,930 kg | 1,688 kg | 1,688 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 1,700 kg | 1,600 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 540 l | 452 l | 452 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 4,500 × 1,845 × 1,642 mm | 4,425 × 1,873 × 1,658 mm | 4,425 × 1,873 × 1,658 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 12 October 2022 | 5 of 5 stars (2022) | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Costs (computed) | |||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €962€11,541 a year on €52,461 | €914€10,973 a year on €49,875 | €988€11,853 a year on €53,875 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | €333 – €365all provinces, 2026 | €280 – €306all provinces, 2026 | €280 – €306all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €6.692.8 l/100 km | €17.457.3 l/100 km | €17.457.3 l/100 km |
When do you choose the BMW X1 and when the Volvo XC40?
Choose the BMW X1 if…
- You want a compact premium SUV with a choice of petrol, diesel, mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid.
- You can charge regularly and want to drive many daily kilometres electrically: the plug-ins manage 76 to 83 km on the WLTP cycle.
- You want a roomy boot: 540 litres in the sDrive18i.
Choose the Volvo XC40 if…
- you want a compact petrol SUV with a lot of safety equipment
- you want to tow 2,000 kg: the B4 can (B3: 1,600 kg)
- you value a neatly finished interior with practical details
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the BMW X1 costs per month: fuel about €84 (WLTP consumption 2.8 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €111 – €122 depending on the province, together €195 – €205 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Volvo XC40 costs per month: fuel about €218 (WLTP consumption 7.3 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €93 – €102 depending on the province, together €312 – €320 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X1BMW X1 xDrive25e | €84 | €111 – €122 | €195 – €205 |
| Volvo XC40XC40 B3 Mild Hybrid Essential | €218 | €93 – €102 | €312 – €320 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used BMW X1 or Volvo XC40 cars for sale?
- BMW X1: 551 used cars in our stock, from €12,950. See the used cars
- Volvo XC40: 1099 used cars in our stock, from €16,900. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40 cost?
The BMW X1 costs from €53,961 (valid from 1 November 2026) and the Volvo XC40 from €50,995 (valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price)).
How big is the boot of the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40?
The boot of the BMW X1 holds 540 litres and the Volvo XC40 452 litres (ISO). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
Where can you read more about the BMW X1 and the Volvo XC40?
- All versions and specifications of the BMW X1
- All versions and specifications of the Volvo XC40
- Our review of the BMW X1
- Our review of the Volvo XC40
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: BMW personenauto's per handelsbenaming, nieuw in NL 2026 (data t/m 2026-10-24) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: zitplaatsen, min. massa rijklaar en min. catalogusprijs per handelsbenaming (BMW, nieuw 2026) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: Prijslijst BMW X1 / iX1 (U11) (ingaande 1 november 2026, versie 2) (document date 1 November 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: BMW X1 SUV (U11): technische gegevens en motortypes (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: BMW X1 2022 - Euro NCAP assessment (incl. iX1) (document date 12 October 2022, checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen (m9d7-ebf2): nieuwe Volvo personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (eerste toelating = eerste tenaamstelling NL) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen (m9d7-ebf2): massa ledig voertuig, massa rijklaar en zitplaatsen van nieuwe EX30/EX40/XC60/V60/XC40 in 2026 (groepen > 10 auto's) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl): De nieuwe Volvo XC40, prijslijst modeljaar 2027 | 9 november 2026 (voorlopige prijslijst) (document date 9 November 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
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