BMW iX1 eDrive20 vs Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 8.3 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Power winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 230 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 711 L Runner-up: 490 L
Price winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid $38,400 Runner-up: $49,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 against the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.3 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed output at 230 hp; 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 26 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid at 350 Nm and 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 at 250 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 711 litres versus 490 litres, a difference of 221 litres. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is 330 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower listed starting price at $38,400, compared with $49,900 for 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification BMW iX1 eDrive202024 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.6 s8.3 s
Top Speed170 km/h185 km/h
Power204 hp230 hp
Torque250 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range475 km
Battery66.5 kWh
Fuel Tank67 L
Efficiency14 kWh/100km6.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km148 g/km
DC Charging130 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,500 mm4,830 mm
Ground Clearance170 mm177 mm
Cargo490 L711 L
Curb Weight1,845 kg1,865 kg
Towing1,200 kg2,500 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle11.1 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$49,900$38,400

BMW iX1 eDrive20 vs Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.3 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more power at 230 hp, a 26 hp advantage over 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 490 litres (17.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is heavier at 1,865 kg (4,112 lb), while 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 is listed at 1,845 kg (4,068 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $38,400 USD, compared with $49,900 USD for 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.