History/Overview
The BMW iX is the brand’s first all-electric SUV model, and marks a shift toward the mainstream in the company’s approach to the EV marketplace.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
For 2023, the iX gains two new variants that bracket last year’s xDrive50 – one is the xDrive40, which comes with less power and a more affordable price, and the other is the M60, which gets more performance and a bigger price tag.
Available Trims
BMW offers the iX in xDrive40, xDrive50, and M60 trim levels. All have dual electric motors and all-wheel drive, but different performance levels and driving range estimates.
Standard Features
The iX xDrive40 comes with 20-inch wheels, leather upholstery, heated front seats and steering wheel, auto-dimming/power-folding side mirrors, and ambient lighting. Automatic high beams are included, as are driving/parking assistants, a digital gauge cluster in a 12.3-inch display, and a 14.9-inch iDrive infotainment display.
Upgrade to the xDrive50 to get four-wheel steering, air suspension, and four-zone A/C. M60 models gain 21-inch wheels, and the active protection suite.
Key Options
In xDrive40 and xDrive50 variants, you can add a premium essential package to get wireless phone charging, a head-up display, passive keyless entry, an insulated windshield, multifunction front seats, and a panoramic roof.
In the M60, the premium essential pack brings surround view cameras, a drive recorder, an upgraded stereo, soft-close doors, and a heat comfort package for the front and rear seats.
Fuel Economy
BMW’s energy consumption estimates for the iX are 2.7/2.7 Le/100 km (city/highway) for the xDrive50; xDrive40 models are rated for 2.8/2.9 Le/100 km, and the M60’s figures are 3.1/3.0 Le/100 km.
Competition
If you’re shopping the electric SUV segment, you may also want to consider the Tesla Model Y, Jaguar I-Pace, and Audi E-Tron.
