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BMW iX (I20)

Mid-Size Crossover

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Product Overview

BMW iX is a fully electric mid-size crossover based on the company's CLAR platform. It shares design elements with both the X3 and X5 in BMW's current lineup but has many unique aspects.

At launch, the iX is available with two drivetrain options, including a 523hp dual-motor xDrive50 version with the same dual-motor setup found in the i4 M50 unveiled at the same time. It accelerates to 100km/h from standing still in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 200km/h. The other option has a less potent dual-motor setup that nevertheless delivers 630Nm of peak torque.

Unlike it is the case with the i4, the iX xDrive40 has a smaller battery than the one found in the xDrive50. It also supports DC charging at 150kW, while the xDrive50 is compatible with 200kW DC charging. An M60 model is also forthcoming.

Apart from these EV-only characteristics, the i4 is largely a mirror image of the ICE-powered X3 and X5. Some of the feature highlights include a large 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display operating BMW's new iDrive system, a large set of driver assistance functions, and the extensive use of recyclable or recycled materials.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 37%

Pros

Decent performance
Up to extraordinary 549km electric range
Good 0.25 drag coefficient

Cons

Ugly
Greenwashing

What external reviewers found

External score 74%

Pros

Superb handling
Superb infotainment
Superb infotainment system
Excellent tech
Decent range

Cons

Lack of range
Lacklustre range
Lacklustre ride quality
Expensive for what it offers
Limited range

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	M60	xDrive40	xDrive50

External Reviews

autocar^[1]

Reviewer score 78% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autocar have found:

The xDrive50 is underpinned by a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear steel suspension with BMW’s lift-related dampers as standard. Air springs and adaptive dampers, like those fitted to our test car, are available as an option. An ability to charge at rates of up to 200kW from a DC system gives the iX a distinct advantage over the I-Pace, Model X and Mercedes-Benz EQC.

Pros

Powerful powertrain
Comfortable to drive
Impressive range

Cons

No AC charging
Limited range

autoexpress^[2]

Reviewer score 72% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autoexpress have found:

From launch, the iX is available in either xDrive40 or range-topping xDrive50 guise, priced from £69,905 and £91,905 respectively. Both models use an electric motor on the front and rear axles. The iX can feel wayward when nearing the limit on a tight road, and it can't hide its mass under braking. But it's the new underpinnings that impress most.

Pros

Powerful engine
Impressive range
Comfortable ride

Cons

Expensive for what it offers

carmagazine^[3]

Reviewer score 76% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from carmagazine have found:

With 516hp and 564lb ft, the iX is fast, and of course it does 0-62mph in 4.6sec. But there is very much an aura of the closet loon about this car – you know, the sort who barely says a word at work but goes totally bananas at parties. BMW refers to the motors and batteries as Gen5 (Gen1 going all the way back to the BMW Concept ActiveE of 2009)

Pros

Superb electric power
Lots of safety kit
Great range

Cons

Not the most fun to drive

digitaltrends^[4]

Reviewer score 81% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from digitaltrends have found:

The iX is quiet, smooth, and linear to drive regardless of whether it's in a crowded urban center or on the German autobahn. Charging the pack takes 11 hours at 11 kilowatts, but it can be replenished from 10% to 80% in 40 minutes with a 195-kilowatt DC fast charger. Front seats are almost armchair-like in terms of comfort, and forward visibility is excellent.

Pros

Sleek design
Comfortable to drive
Fantastic infotainment system

Cons

Lacklustre range

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References

^ BMW iX review . [autocar].
^ New BMW iX 2021 review. [autoexpress].
^ BMW iX (2021) prototype review: Munich’s next halo car?. [carmagazine].
^ 2022 BMW iX first drive: Shifting paradigms. [digitaltrends].

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autocar^[1]

autoexpress^[2]

carmagazine^[3]

digitaltrends^[4]