2023 BMW iX Buyers Guide

[@derrickjscottds]

Bought am IX and absolutely love it. We test drove the Tesla and it had some door quality issues as well as the interior just wasn't up to the price tag. The ride quality wasn't as good as the BMW either. For everyone out there who's judging the IX on looks alone, test drive it first and then make a decision.

[@joeb4294]

I bought a used i3 a couple years ago and I still don't love its looks but they have grown on me and from certain angles the i3 looks really good - just not the front end so much. I had no issue buying it in the end because it was a great deal and the interior is a wonderful place to be. The iX seems very similar to the i3 in those ways - as the owner you are usually seeing and enjoying the most beautiful part (the inside).

[@derrickjscottds]

@@joeb4294 Exactly!

[@JBM425]

I look at it this way (no pun intended): I think my Toyota Avalon front end is ugly, and newer Avalons are no improvement. But when I’m behind the wheel, I can’t see the front end. I care more about the comfort and quality of the interior.

[@aminemarius1825]

@@derrickjscottds which is better ix or i4

[@derrickjscottds]

@@aminemarius1825 it depends on what you're looking for personally. We went with the IX because of it's appeal as a crossover. We previously had an X5 40e and wanted to transition to a full BEV.

[@mtumasz]

Brilliant car with amazing audio. Don’t be fooled by HK name - it sounds much better than the 3 series equivalent

[@rpguins]

The BMW IX seems better thought out compared to the i7. Having a dedicated EV platform used on the i7 would have made for a better EV. The IX is expensive, but compared to the i7 is a great deal.

[@MarioDallaRiva]

Thanks, Alex. The Polestar3, side view at least, looks 👌🏼

[@JSOowens]

Thanks for your videos. I really enjoy your analysis. I have a 2024 iX and I just love it. I love driving it and really appreciate overall performance and quality of the vehicle. I’d love if you brought your skills and video talents to an updated BMW iX video and focused on the navigation system and road trip charging. It is NOT as intuitive as some of the other systems on other cars. Thanks again.

[@swisstrader]

Some ppl are so brainwashed by thinking a car should look a certain way, they can’t see what I envision around design evolution/revolution. They want cars to look like they’ve looked for the past 20 years. I think what BMW has done here is groundbreaking.

[@vince1175]

Why no R1S in the comparison?

[@EVBuyersGuide]

Because it’s not on sale yet

[@mjleg1]

@@EVBuyersGuide Neither is the polestar 3. Really like the roundup however.

[@Wankidy]

The R1S probably has the most value especially if you ordered before the inflated prices. The Lyriq was in the comparison as well and it's in the same boat as the R1S. They are being manufactured but no one seems to own them.

[@peetafunkadelic]

Having TMY and thinking about replacement in 2024 as my family does not like the "poor-ish" ride quality in Tesla. I have on my radar Q8-etron, EQE SUV and iX. I like the way how the iX looks though.

[@EVBuyersGuide]

The iX is a fairly polarizing look but if it's up your alley then more power to you! -Travis

[@martinjamar6472]

Exactly the same apart that for the moment I have a RR PHEV: I ll go for sure for IX50 even if the Q8 is very beautiful IMO. Mercedes was cool to test but I don’t feel anything special. The IX is so original and after checking lot of reviews the range is really great ( and I need it for work I m doing sometimes more than 300 km/day (Belgium)

[@peetafunkadelic]

@@martinjamar6472man I ended up ordering Kia EV9 😂 should be delivered in 2 months

[@shamanthjilla]

15:03 Them’s fighting words Jay Arrr - Holloway to Hank Hill

[@JBM425]

I look for towing capacity, even with an EV SUV. From my research, it appears European models of the iX are rated to tow 2,100-2,500 kg. I see no such rating for US models. Is BMW USA not rating the iX for towing? That’s one aspect that might favor the X5.

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

Missing features in the 5 series for a much higher price but that’s kinda status quo with electric cars, higher price with fewer features

[@DanielDuedu]

Where did the premium B&W speaker system option go?

[@astorga68]

I'd like to see a detailed explanation of the next federal ev stimulus package which I believe will include some Tesla and GM models. Thanks

[@jasonhillgiant]

I wonder if the iX will have the same massive depreciation that the i3 has. Might want to keep an eye out in 2025 when they start coming off lease. But right now, $80k is a little rich for me.

[@future62]

iX and i3 have about as much in common as a current X5 and a 10 year old 3 series............ I don't think we can extrapolate much about one from the other

[@joeb4294]

This seems highly unlikely. The i3 was much more quirky and had a more limited EV range. I would expect the iX to depreciate like similarly priced BMW SUVs - so about 40% off after five years. But that also depends on how long it takes automakers to climb out of production issues.

[@jermainec2462]

👀 a little!?

[@mtumasz]

i3’s depreciation in Europe is ridiculously low. Only Americans didn’t get it🤪

[@joeb4294]

@@mtumasz True, the i3 wasn't really designed for the US market though. Americans tend to see BMW as a higher end luxury brand. The i3 was probably the least premium/luxury BMW sold in the US going back several decades, with it's manually adjusted seats and no option for a heated steering wheel. It was still priced at a premium though.

[@updlate4756]

3rd row isn't standard on the base model X. 6 seats option is standard on the Plaid trim that costs $18,000 more than the base trim. . The biggest issue with the base model X is that, after you apply the $7500 tax credit to the iX and option it so it's equivalent to the base model X, the mX costs $35,000 more!! And since BMW put everything into the ultimate package, you're getting valuable options you can't get on the mX like 4 wheel steering, HUD, radiant heating, the surround view cameras, and the solid parking assistant. The BMW also gets 2 years of free charging at EA. That's before considering that the BMW has multiple free appearance options, paint and interior pleather color options. Those paint and interior color options cost a lot of money on the Tesla. The base model X does have the expensive optional 3rd row, which costs $3500 - $6500 that isn't available on the BMW... so there is that! You can also get far more wheel / tire options on the BMW for affordable prices, whereas the only other option on the mX costs $5500!! For Tesla gloating about including all options standard, between appearance options, 3rd row seats, and larger wheels/tires, it's possible to run the price up another $16,500 for a grand total of $137,500!!! Yeezus. Don't get me wrong, the model X is slightly faster, has a couple of neat tricks in the infotainment, and has the falcon wing doors (that are cool when they're not in for service) but that's one helluva premium for that car! IMO, the BMW iX 50 is the best value in this segment.

[@markgold5408]

Don’t forget the parking assist pro in the ultimate package

[@swisstrader]

Never really understood the park assist thing. Doesnt move the needle for me

[@TalismanPHX]

Good overview Alex! I'm going with GM and the Lyriq over the iX

[@swisstrader]

I’m the opposite. Drove both lyric and ix50 and BMW blew the Cadillac away at all levels

[@EricDun]

I have an etron you can test drive. And I'm in the Bay Area.

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

Just get a 7 series. The pricing is way too close to be missing so many features. They think they can get away with it since Tesla can sell six figure cars with fewer features than a Ford

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Many people insist on having an SUV.

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

@@RobertLeBlancPhoto then they should get one. Closest thing bmw makes would be the x7 in that case

[@seanx.c7453]

I would take the Rivian R1S over any of these possibly with the exception of the Polestar3... saw an iX on the road the other day and gosh is it ugly

[@ghp3f]

good luck getting an R1S.. in 2025… also good luck with that Rivian dealership experience

[@jermainec2462]

Yes it's rough on the eyes ain't it

[@swisstrader]

A Rivian? It so new, my Apple autocorrect can’t even find the spelling to the brand😂

[@torocars9227]

Sad to admit BMW will continue to lose market share in lux market.

[@FuncleChuck]

Blech, good thing I was near a toilet. That’s a real stomach-turner. They copped the design language of a transformer being crushed.

[@paulwinter9672]

The new model X has eliminated the issues of original models, no surprise there of course. Find one to test & bring things up to date rather than go with old issues & hearsay. Other than that I enjoyed your report.

[@TheCJUN]

Too bad it's ugly.

[@axion8788]

By putting the ACC in the option package they are truly saying 'FU' to anyone stupid enough to buy this thing. I accept that it may be a marvel of design and construction but, if you want Adaptive Cruise Control (and how will you explain to your friends that you were too poor/cheap to get it) the damn thing is $91,800 plus taxes, fees and whatever so, $100,000. Sad. Oh, and since this channel spends an inordinate amount of time discussing the 'design language' and appearance of cars, it is butt-ugly.

[@sonartech7721]

Going to go on a limb and say you’re poor and butthurt you can’t afford it. Checks with chart.

[@axion8788]

@@sonartech7721 I criticize the car so you denigrate my financial status and emotional state with absolutely no information about either. The best argument is always an ad hominem attack. Oh, and did I say "I accept that it may be a marvel of design and construction". My point was that not including ACC in a premium luxury vehicle at $84,000 is simply a disingenuous insult to people who do want to buy this car that the base model is in anyway "premium" when it lacks ACC which is effectively a $7,700 option. Don't think like a fan-boy, just think.

[@MrDrProfessorVader]

@@axion8788 I agree, I've had BMWs all my life, including right now an X5 45e but the constant nickel and diming for options features is really frustrating. I also don't care for the look of this model whatsoever so its not on my list. Recently I've been blown away by the comeback of the American brands like the Mach-E, F150 Lightning, and upcoming Lyriq, so for sure those are on my shortlist.

[@TalismanPHX]

You must so much fun at parties 🥳 🎉

[@axion8788]

@@TalismanPHX As I said to Sonar Tech 77, when someone criticizes and object and the response is an ad hominem attack, it is because they either feel emotionally damaged by the critique or they just are. As to your "fun at parties" remark, did you hear the one about......😀🙃🙂. Now go and enjoy your life.

[@giorgioajr]

never ever tezla crap

[@oneup008]

Again, pretending to be a SAV, no tow hitch and even if able to add I'm sure sub par capacity compared to the X5. Compromises everywhere on the interior comparatively. And Ugly af.

[@ctk4949]

Soooo freaking DISGUSTING!!!! 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@courtneyvegan9448]

Tesla does not offer dead animal seats or dead animal steering wheel. C'mon BMW.