Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.9 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20. 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the higher listed output at 218 hp; 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 14 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring at 337 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
2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 carries the longer listed range at 475 km, against 451 km for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 has the lower recorded consumption at 14.0 kWh/100km; 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 15.8 kWh/100km. 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 147 kW, compared with 130 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 490 litres versus 441 litres, a difference of 49 litres. 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20 carries the higher towing rating at 1,200 kg, while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is 190 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 Subaru Solterra Touring has the lower listed starting price at $46,295, compared with $49,900 for 2024 BMW iX1 eDrive20. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.