BMW iX

BMW

iX

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The BMW iX sits at the top of BMW's electric lineup as a full-size luxury SUV competing against the Mercedes EQS SUV and Audi e-tron. Critics consistently highlight its genuinely driver-focused dynamics — unusual for a large electric crossover — alongside one of the most distinctive and polarizing exterior designs in the segment. The xDrive50 offers a practical 309-mile EPA range, while the performance-oriented M60 trades roughly 30 miles of range for a substantial 610-hp output. Reviewers from Car and Driver and MotorTrend have praised its interior quality and driving refinement as benchmarks in the electric luxury SUV class.

Strengths

  • xDrive50 delivers 309 miles of EPA-rated range, competitive against the Audi e-tron and Mercedes EQS SUV at its price point
  • M60 variant hits 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds with 610 hp, making it one of the quickest large luxury SUVs available
  • Interior quality and materials — including optional Merino leather, open-pore wood, and a curved display — are rated among the best in the EV segment by Edmunds and Car and Driver
  • Steering feel and chassis tuning provide a noticeably more driver-engaged character than most electric SUV competitors, per MotorTrend road tests
  • DC fast charging at up to 195 kW on the xDrive50 allows for reasonably quick charge stops on long trips

Considerations

  • Exterior styling is highly divisive — the large hexagonal kidney grille and unconventional proportions have drawn consistent criticism from reviewers and buyers
  • M60's EPA range drops to 280 miles despite its $112,300 base price, a meaningful penalty for a six-figure performance variant
  • iDrive 8 infotainment relies heavily on touch and voice inputs, with reduced physical controls that some reviewers, including InsideEVs, note require adaptation
  • Base xDrive50 price of $88,300 positions it at a premium over rivals before options, which can push the as-tested price well past $100,000