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BMW iX (I20)
BMW iX
Overview
Manufacturer	BMW
Production	2021–present
Assembly	Germany: Dingolfing (Plant Dingolfing)
Designer	Tianyuan Li (2019)
Body and chassis
Class	Mid-size luxury crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Dual-motor, all-wheel drive (xDrive)
Platform	Cluster Architecture (CLAR)
Powertrain
Electric motor	2x synchronous electric motor
Transmission	Single-speed with fixed ratio
Battery	71 kWh / 76.6 kWh 105 kWh / 111.5 kWh, 400 V (usable/total)
Electric range	Maximum 630 km (391 mi) WLTP
Plug-in charging	AC 11 kW DC 200 or 350 kW
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,997 mm (118.0 in)
Length	4,953 mm (195.0 in)
Width	1,967 mm (77.4 in)
Height	1,696 mm (66.8 in)

Rear view

The BMW iX is a battery-electric mid-size luxury crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the German automobile manufacturer BMW. It was unveiled in concept form named Vision iNext at the 2018 Paris Motor Show, and then as fully production-ready in November 2020. The iX is the first purpose-built electric vehicle by BMW since the i3 from 2013, and the fourth BMW i sub-brand model. The iX nameplate was chosen to signify the model’s position at the top of the electric i line-up and its role in showcasing technology.

Specifications

The BMW iX is built around the CLAR version of BMW’s fifth-generation electric drivetrain architecture and an aluminum spaceframe. The electric platform is a "totally new development", though it is "highly compatible" with the modular CLAR platform. This shared chassis componentry allows BMW to produce the iX alongside combustion engines at the Dingolfing plant.

The body is made out of a combination of high-strength steel, aluminium, thermoplastics and carbonfibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) to keep weight as low as possible. The front features a similar kidney grille to the G22 4 Series, which contains camera, radar and other sensors. The iX resembles the G05 X5 in length and width, but with the roof height of an G06 X6 and the wheel size of an X7. It has a 0.25 drag coefficient and a 2.82 m² frontal area (thus CdA=0.71m²). BMW says the vehicle's low aerodynamic profile improved its WLTP range by around 40 miles.

xDrive40

In this variant, the battery has a net capacity of 71 kWh (76.6 kWh gross). It is able to DC fast charge at up to 150 kW using a CCS connector, being able to charge from 10% to 80% in about 31 minutes.

The xDrive40 and xDrive40 Sport variants both come with dual motors and produce a combined 322 hp (326 PS) and 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft) of torque. Its 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) sprint time is 6.1 seconds; the top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph).

xDrive50

In this variant, the battery has a net capacity of 105 kWh (111.5 kWh gross). It is able to DC fast charge at up to 200 kW, being able to charge from 10% to 80% in 35 minutes or less. As for home charging, an 11 kW charger will be able to fully charge the battery from empty in around 11 hours.

This version produces 523 hp (530 PS) and 765 N⋅m (564 lb⋅ft) of torque. Its 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) sprint time is 4.6 seconds.

Safety

Euro NCAP scores
Overall rating
Adult Occupant	91%
Child Occupant	87%
Vulnerable Road Users	73%
Safety Assist	81%
Bodyshell integrity	Stable

BMW iX Rated 5 stars in Euro NCAP

Equipment

The BMW iX features a new version of BMW’s iDrive that combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen to form a single curved unit. The system comes with an upgraded version of BMW’s personal voice assistant and retains the iDrive controller. It comes standard with a hexagonal steering wheel. Other available options include a head-up display, a Harman Kardon surround-sound setup with 18 speakers (including four built into headrests) and a pair of subwoofers fitted under the rear seats, a Bowers & Wilkins audio system setup with 30 speakers (including eight built into headrests) and "4D Audio" capability, and M Sport styling.

It is the first luxury car to feature built-in 5G technology that allows it over-the-air functionality. The iX has 20 times the on-board computing power of previous BMW models, allowing it to process double the amount of data coming from cameras and sensors mounted. This will allow for a high level of automated driving capability and an extensive range of driver-assistance and collision-avoidance technology. The grille comes with a self-healing coating that can smooth-out scratches and small chips to make sure that the sensors can always "see" clearly.

BMW hinted at Level 3 autonomous driving when it unveiled the iNext concept. However, any mention of iX’s self-driving capabilities were absent from the official release.

Markets

Malaysia

The BMW iX became available to order in Malaysia in August 2021, in xDrive40 and xDrive40 Sport variants. In less than a week after its introduction here, BMW Malaysia recorded a total of 64 pre-bookings for the new EV SUV.

Thailand

The BMW iX became available to order in Thailand in 14 June 2021, in xDrive50 Sport variant.

Taiwan

The BMW iX became available to order in Taiwan in May 2021, in xDrive40 and xDrive50.

India

The BMW iX became available in India from 13 December 2021.

Models

Model	Years	Gross capacity	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)	Top speed	Range	DC charging	AC charging on-board
xDrive40	2021–	76.6 kWh	240 kW (322 hp)	630 N⋅m (465 lbf⋅ft)	6.1 s	200 km/h (124 mph)	372–425 km (231–264 mi)WLTP	150 kW	11 kW
xDrive50	2021–	111.5 kWh	385 kW (516 hp)	765 N⋅m (564 lbf⋅ft)	4.6 s	200 km/h (124 mph)	549–630 km (341–391 mi)WLTP 305–324 mi (491–521 km)EPA	200 kW	11 kW
M60	2022–	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA	TBA

BMW Vision iNEXT

The BMW Vision iNEXT was unveiled at the 2018 Paris Motor Show.

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Gallery

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  Crimson livery (front view)