Jeep Renegade vs BMW X Models
What's the difference?

Jeep Renegade

$6,999 - $15,990

2016 price

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BMW X Models

$63,400 - $254,300

2026 price

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Summary

2016 Jeep Renegade

2026 BMW X Models

By Peter Anderson

By Chris Thompson

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.4L

Electric motor type

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Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Vehicle type

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Fuel Efficiency

7.5L/100km (combined)

Electric range

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Energy consumption

—

Battery capacity

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Seating

Likes

Tonka tough
Lots of standard inclusions
Looks the part

Smooth ride, steering acceleration
Premium look and feel
Value for power and range

Dislikes

Iffy entertainment software
Naff interior
Vague steering

Huge battery should mean more range
Lack of physical controls
No cover on sunroof

2016 Jeep Renegade Summary

Jeep's Renegade might be late to the mini-SUV party but it comes with a pretty impressive back catalogue to suggest that this is a SUV that can cash the cheques its name can write.

The top of the range Trailhawk can write even bigger cheques than the lower models, bringing with it a range of off-road tech toys to let you really get down and dirty.

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2026 BMW X Models Summary

When the BMW iX first showed up a few years ago, it was a promising look at what BMW seemed capable of when it comes to electric cars.

While mildly flawed, the iX was fast, comfortable and felt properly premium. Now it’s had a decent update, with the iX xDrive45 M Sport here to replace the former entry-level xDrive 40.

BMW claims among other mechanical and tech updates a power increase of 25 per cent, a 30 per cent greater energy content for the battery, a 38 per cent increase in driving range and a 17 per cent faster charging rate.

But in the time since the iX launched, there have been big strides in the premium electric SUV space, including new arrivals from European opposition like the Polestar 3; even a new American in the form of the Cadillac Lyriq.

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2016 Jeep Renegade 2026 BMW X Models

Verdict

Rugged, dependable and good off-road are the most obvious qualities of the Trailhawk. It stands out from the rest of the mini-SUVs by being able to do the S and the U with plenty of vigour.

It's just a shame that its on-road manners can't match that of its big brother, the Cherokee. Unless you're planning on proper off-roading, the Trailhawk might not be quite what you're looking for.

Verdict

If anyone was worried that it would be too late to get a decent bit of value out of an entry-level iX, there's reassuring news.

With more power, range and features added to the model and the cost remaining close to its former sticker price, the iX has held up well despite now existing in a more competitive environment.

Jeep Renegade vs BMW X Models What's the difference?

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Jeep Renegade vs BMW X Models
What's the difference?