BMW iX
In addition to the i4 sedan, BMW is introducing a second electric model for 2022. The iX crossover starts at $89,990 and aims to challenge the Tesla Model X and Y, as well as the Audi e-tron. Two electric motors combine to generate up to 516 horsepower. A higher-performance model will even join the lineup in the near future. As for range, BMW claims the iX can travel an estimated 475 kilometres.
BMW iX
Pricing | |
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MSRP | CA$89,990 |
Fees | CA$2,445 |
Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
Monthly payments | CA$1,694/month |
Powertrain | |
Combined power | 516 hp |
Combined torque | 564 lb·ft |
Engine | Electric (front, center) |
Power | 257 hp @ 8,000 rpm (192 kW) |
Torque | 269 lb·ft @ 0 – 5,000 rpm (365 N·m) |
Engine | Electric (rear, center) |
Power | 308 hp @ 8,000 rpm (230 kW) |
Torque | 295 lb·ft @ 0 – 5,000 rpm (400 N·m) |
Transmission | Single-speed |
Drivetrain | AWD |
Hybrid / Electric | |
Battery type | Lithium-ion (Li-ion) |
Energy | 111.5 kWh |
Voltage | 369 V |
Charging times |
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Cooling | N/A |
Drivetrain structure | N/A |
Vehicle type / Category | |
Vehicle type | SUV |
Category | Electric, Electric SUV, Mid-size luxury SUV |
Assembly | Dingolfing, DE |
Generation | 1 |
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
City | N/A |
Highway | N/A |
Combined | N/A |
Electric autonomy | 521 km |
CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Equipment | |
Sunroof | optional |
Heated front seats | standard |
Heated rear seats | optional |
Heated steering wheel | standard |
Ventilated front seats | optional |
Head-up display | optional |
Surround-view camera | optional |
Smart key | standard |
Blindspot detection | standard |
Forward collision warning | standard |
Autonomous emergency braking | standard |
Lane departure warning | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | optional |
GPS | standard |
Infotainment | |
Front USB ports | standard |
Apple CarPlay compatible | standard |
Android Auto compatible | standard |
Sirius XM | standard |
Bluetooth audio | standard |
Wi-Fi hotspot | standard |
Wireless phone charging | optional |
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
Steering | rack and pinion, electric assistance |
Front suspension | independent, pneumatic, double wishbone |
Rear suspension | independent, pneumatic, multi-link |
Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Front tires | P235/60R20 |
Rear tires | P235/60R20 |
Safety | |
Seat belts | 5 |
Dimensions / Weight | |
Length | 4,953 mm (195″) |
Width | 1,967 mm (77″) |
Height | 1,696 mm (67″) |
Wheelbase | 3,000 mm (118″) |
Weight | 2,566 kg (5,657 lb) |
Capacities | |
Passengers | 5 |
Trunk | between 1,005 l and 2,205 l |
Towing capacity | N/A |
Performance | |
0-100 km/h | 4.5 s |
80-120 km/h | 2.5 s |
Top speed | 200 km/h (124 mph) (manufacturer) |
Braking distance | 38 m |
Warranty | |
Base warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
The Car Guide rating | |
Fuel economy | 8/10 |
Reliability | N/A |
Safety | N/A |
Infotainment | 9/10 |
Driving | 8/10 |
Overall | 9/10 |
Average | 89%(view ratings) |