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BMW iX1 Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the BMW iX1 depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The BMW iX1 is the fully electric version of BMW's entry-level X1 compact luxury SUV, offering strong range and quick charging in a premium package. Like most luxury EVs, the iX1 depreciates faster than its combustion sibling, with retained value pressured by incentives, evolving battery tech, and steep early lease turn-ins.

1-year depreciation
26%
5-year retention
41%
MSRP
$47,800–$59k
Avg mi / year
12,000

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$31,358
-59%
Value at purchase
$53,150
Brand new
Value when you sell
$21,792
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$6,272
Depreciation / mi
$0.52
U11 LCI/eDrive20
Expanded iX1 lineup (eDrive20, xDrive30) · started 2024

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

Depreciation curve · your ownership window

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $53,150

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $53,150 100%
Year 1 $39,331 74% -$13,819 (26%)
Year 2 $33,485 63% -$5,846 (14.9%)
Year 3 $28,701 54% -$4,784 (14.3%)
Year 4 $24,981 47% -$3,720 (13%)
Year 5 $21,792 41% -$3,189 (12.8%)
Year 6 $19,134 36% -$2,658 (12.2%)
Year 7 $17,008 32% -$2,126 (11.1%)
Year 8 $14,882 28% -$2,126 (12.5%)
Year 9 $13,288 25% -$1,594 (10.7%)
Year 10 $11,693 22% -$1,595 (12%)

BMW iX1 depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the BMW iX1 depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

The iX1 was not officially sold in the US, so this baseline reflects comparable BMW EV compact SUV demand. Estimated pricing aligns with the X1 plus an EV premium, but resale assumptions mirror the iX3/iX segment.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-6% retention

Not widely available in Canada either, but grey-market and cross-shopping with the X1 and Mercedes EQA influence estimated values. Cold-climate range concerns soften depreciation slightly more than warmer markets.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
+5% retention

The iX1 is a strong seller in the UK as a company-car favorite thanks to low Benefit-in-Kind tax rates. Demand for used examples keeps 3-year retention noticeably stronger than in mainland Europe.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-5% retention

Core market for the iX1, but EV price cuts from Tesla and BYD plus fading subsidies have accelerated depreciation. Well-specified M Sport examples hold up best in Germany and the Nordics.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
-18% retention

Limited official EV infrastructure and hot-climate battery concerns weigh on resale. BMW EVs remain niche in Saudi Arabia, with buyers preferring ICE X1 and X3 variants.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-12% retention

Launched as a CBU luxury EV with high import duties pushing prices well above $70,000 equivalent. Depreciation is steeper than ICE BMWs due to limited EV servicing and a thin used-luxury-EV buyer pool.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-10% retention

Sold in Australia with a modest take rate; EV incentives vary by state. Resale is softer than the petrol X1 due to rapid EV tech turnover and competition from Volvo EX30 and Tesla Model Y.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

BMW iX1 depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a BMW iX1.

Minor accident
+8% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+19% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+34% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

BMW iX1 FAQ

How much does a BMW iX1 depreciate in the first year?
A BMW iX1 typically depreciates about 26% in its first year, steeper than the petrol X1's ~18%. This is driven by EV-segment pressure, generous lease incentives, and ongoing price cuts from competitors. Expect a $55,000 iX1 to be worth around $40,000–$41,000 after 12 months.
What is the 5-year depreciation on a BMW iX1?
Over 5 years, the iX1 retains roughly 41% of its original MSRP, meaning it loses about 59% of its value. That's weaker than the ICE X1's ~52% retention, reflecting broader luxury-EV depreciation trends. A $55,000 iX1 would be worth around $22,500 at the 5-year mark with average mileage.
Does the iX1 depreciate faster than the gas-powered X1?
Yes. The iX1 loses value roughly 8–12 percentage points faster than the X1 over 5 years, largely because EV buyers worry about battery longevity and rapidly improving newer models. However, the gap narrows after year 5 as the initial EV premium has already been absorbed.
How does mileage affect BMW iX1 depreciation?
Each mile beyond the 12,000/year average reduces iX1 resale value by approximately $0.10. High-mileage examples over 75,000 miles face additional scrutiny over battery health, which can knock another 5–8% off trade-in offers if no battery certification is provided.
Which iX1 trim holds its value best?
The xDrive30 M Sport and the M35 xDrive performance trim retain value slightly better than loaded Premier trims, as enthusiast buyers seek them used. The base eDrive20 also holds up well in percentage terms due to its lower entry price, typically retaining about 2% more than the mid-trim at the 5-year mark.

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