2025 BMW iX.. Is This EV Worth Buying?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

See my 2025 BMW X5 Video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4LYoqywhK6CmdU

[@VehicleGear]

Just watched this review and I have to say, the 2025 BMW iX xDrive50 looks like a game-changer in the EV market! The blend of cutting-edge technology, luxurious comfort, and impressive range really sets a new standard. BMW has clearly put a lot of thought into both the driving experience and sustainability.

[@msbgone]

You are not plugged in to precondition, that is the whole point of the "pre" you warm up the battery so it charges faster once you plug it in. I just drove the iX and i4, they are both very nice, but need a few more refreshes to really make it worth it.

[@DustinDustin00]

I got a cheap, older smart phone, got a BMW case for it, signed up for $15/mo Mint mobile, made a custom BMW gmail account for the phone and installed the MyBMW app on that. That phone is my car key. I can give it to whoever I want to drive the car, no problem.

[@H2TEN]

Only consider this if leasing especially business leasing IMO

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Exactly

[@fredricgrethel1717]

Agree

[@LivingNoble]

Off topic but just wanted to post because this is your most recent video. But what do you think of Acura's certified pre-owned leasing program?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I saw it I’m glad they offer it but idk if I would do it. Not much transparency with those deals I can’t see interest rate or residual values. If you can just get a brand new Acura at a good discount which you can right now, you can rest easy knowing you have a new car with 0 miles where as the CPO car is probably 3 years old with 30k miles

[@LivingNoble]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yeah I didn't see interest rate or residual value either. I've been against leases for a while but I'm starting to change my mind and came across your channel recently. I financed a 2019 RDX Advance a few years ago under the impression that Acuras are usually reliable and thought I was going to keep it for a long time. I've had nothing but problem after problem with it the past few years and I feel it's been nothing but a money pit for me and I want to get rid of it. It was not a CPO so it was my fault for going with it but I thought it being an Acura and still under warranty I would be alright. Now I'm looking at leasing because I'm sick of dealing with unexpected maintenence and problem after problem and depreciation on top of that.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@LivingNoble exactly Scotty Kilmer and forum/commenters confidently and ignorantly tell us to buy these Japanese cars with no warranty but they fail to realize, this ain’t the 80s anymore. Every new car sold today from economy cars and up are highly technologically advanced, many computers and actuators that can cause thousands to repair or replace. Cars are disposable now and that’s the sad truth that many can’t come to terms with. Leasing got a bad rep because dealers can absolutely screw you if you don’t know the Money Factor or Residual value and all the incentives you can qualify for. If you don’t know these 3 things, stay away from leasing. This is why I mention AC’s calculator which shows you all that info, now we as consumers can take advantage of leasing because we can’t get screwed over anymore by overinflated Money Factors. Dealers can’t change residual but they always inflate the interest leading to bad lease deals. If you’re not aware of every incentive you can qualify for, the dealership will simply pocket that money because Manufacturers pay out those incentives not the dealership. Only the dealer discount off MSRP comes from the dealer and incentives stack on top. Non of this is difficult but it can be overwhelming at first. But it’s paramount that one understands these concepts before signing a lease. But once you understand, it transforms car buying forever. I can lease 4Runners and be in perpetual equity forever not worrying about repairs, maintenance, tires, and even accident protection/negative equity.

[@LivingNoble]

@@MeynMotorGroup Funny, you mention Scotty Kilmer. I used to watch his content prior to getting my RDX, and his thing about Japanese vehicles is why I got an RDX in the first place over a Q5 or X3, lol. I'm definitely gonna look through your other videos about leasing to learn the most I can before I make my decision on what I'm gonna do with my RDX. Thanks for your input.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@LivingNoble no problem my friend and also check out the leasehackr forum, phenomenal resource

[@DrBobD]

Can I ask where the discount link for Autocompanion that you mentioned is?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It is the first link in the description box my friend I copied it here for you: www.autocompanion.com/meynmotorgroup It's an inquiry form where you fill out some info and what car you're interested in then someone from AC's team will get back to you. Using this link to sign up shows AC's team you came from my video and they will give you a discount on their broker fee. Best of luck

[@DrBobD]

@@MeynMotorGroup I didn't see that, but contacted Auto Companion after seeing yout video. Can I still get the discount on the broker fee?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@DrBobD yea it’s fine whoever you contacted on ACs team just mention my channel name Meyn Motor Group and they will give you a discounted fee. They’re pretty chill about that stuff

[@DrBobD]

@@MeynMotorGroup That's awesome. Thanks!!!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@DrBobD not a problem my friend I hope you enjoy your new iX!

[@ksorsomeplace]

You always mention leasing...but is there any BMW/Jaguar/Mercedes-Benz you'd buy?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Nope, why would you buy one knowing their reputation?

[@ksorsomeplace]

@@MeynMotorGroup Seems like a paradox of sorts. They are supposed to be luxury (high quality) vehicles, yet apparently they aren't trustworthy for much longer than the warranty/lease term and wildly expensive. I did have an A220. Didn't see/have any reason to regret the buy decision vs. lease. I didn't sell it because of any other reason than I needed a larger car (something that is very hard to find today).

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@ksorsomeplace but I’m sure you’ve seen everyone screaming online talking about repair costs and maintenance costs of Euro cars. Not to mention how these luxury Euro cars tank in value. Combining all of that together, I’m shocked people are still willing to buy these cars and hang on to them like an heirloom. A220 is not bad my friend it’s got the lowest buy in price so that helps but still nobody buys those vehicles for any form of longevity they are designed to be disposable. I also showed the insane lease credits in this vid for the iX so in no world would it make sense to finance or pay cash for an iX and lose $10k in additional savings. In this high interest rate market, I showed in the calculator how this BMW lease was 1.6%. Leasing gives you potentially lower interests, additional incentives, and negative equity protection with a set residual value, since everything is under warranty there are no repairs. Leasing literally solved every negative aspect of Euro car ownership. You can buy any car you want, we just need to learn the right way to buy and be armed with the right resources.

[@ksorsomeplace]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yes, I've heard/read that. However, I wonder how pervasive it really is and I wonder about the care of the vehicles in question. I've been looking for an A6, but the cost of a new one is as you say crazy. But, the used ones seem to always be leases and I've noticed that the most basic of maintenance (an oil change) is often done past 10,000 miles. And...so many seem to have tires replaces and/or rims replaced as well. Brakes...seem to have been overhauled on a regular basis as well. This may be due to carelessness or something else. But, in may experience with the more expensive cars I've had, I did not have those issues with similar mileage.

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Yo my bro can’t wait to comment on this one as well 🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea bro gotta get your thoughts on this thing 😅 very curious my friend

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yes bro very much look forward to your comeback thoughts as well 🤝😎

[@Excalabur50]

Seen a couple of these on the road and I'm not that impressed TBH.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It’s def a weird design and has no swagger at all. Not sure what the BMW design team is on anymore

[@Excalabur50]

@@MeynMotorGroup 💯

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@joejesus9902]

The cargo space is tiny in the IX. Very inefficient packaging. Also the interior material quality is barely better than a model Y.

[@H2TEN]

Disagree as I've owned both. The Ix is superior in build quality in every way.

[@kylewilson774]

Yeah, it's not even close.

[@jeffbaker9847]

immense cost, for a questionable vehickle. no thanks,

[@H2TEN]

Depends if you're leasing or buying. If business leasing it's a no brainier. I have one through the business at a steal. I would never however, buy one. It's an amazing car and arguably the best interior. The outside is questionable but can't dispute it's presence.

[@JohnMackay-kn3rl]

Not worth buying

[@adamgh0]

Is it worth buying? No, unless you want to borrow your girlfriend's ride to drive over than 200 miles. The battery alone weighs more than my 2013 Elantra (2,700 curb weight). I can't even begin to imagine the tire wear on this electric phallus of a "car."

[@MeynMotorGroup]

There's no car worth buying. Lease and dump only let the next guy worry about tire wear and batteries. People who lease this will typically own a home with a charger in their garage as well.

[@adamgh0]

@@MeynMotorGroup I haven't had a car payment since 2019 because I OWN my car. Leasing is for chumps.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@adamgh0 every car I leased was practically free. But you probably don’t care enjoy the paid off car and the responsibility of all repairs/maintenance/tires.

[@adamgh0]

@@MeynMotorGroup You never own a lease. You just pay rent on it like an overpriced apartment that will NEVER....EVER be yours. I got free a free water heater when it broke and maybe a free air conditioner from my old apartment but in then end, I was my Landlord's ankle grabbing, coin-operated-laundry-room bitch until the lease's bitter end. Repairs, maintenance and tires (MAYBE...if even, every two years) for a 2013 Elantra are less than $1,500/year. Three "lease" payments for most these days. The gas prices? $35 gets me more than two full weeks of driving.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@adamgh0 with all due respect sir, if you don’t know about something, please don’t speak on it and spread false information. I have bought out 3 leases in my life as have many on the leasehackr forum and millions around the world have bought out their lease and received the title. This is not rocket science but people make it out that way. Owning a paid for car is a weird thing to be proud of. I don’t really want to own a rotting depreciating liability. Owning a paid for home, now that’s something but nobody talks about that.

[@2steaksandwiches665]

Not worth it if you have eyes

[@florinvid]

Go get a mustang Mach e and enjoy the "quality" 😂

[@2steaksandwiches665]

@@florinvid the days of my father’s 1981 F250 lasting 350,000 miles is over for ford. BMW also is bad. You don’t keep them for long. Nobody with most German cars do. They are disposable

[@H2TEN]

Depends if you're leasing or buying. If business leasing it's a no brainier. I have one through the business at a steal. I would never however, buy one. It's an amazing car and arguably the best interior. The outside is questionable but can't dispute it's presence.