BMW iX In-Depth Review 2022 - Most Desirable Luxury EV?

BUY, LEASE OR FINANCE A BMW IX FROM OSV - bit.ly/385upKy
BMW now has a full-electric flagship model of fitting stature in its 'i' range of designs, this car, the iX. It's a large luxury SUV aimed directly at the Audi e-tron and the Mercedes EQC and it showcases everything the company knows about Zero Emissions motoring. As it turns out, that's quite a lot.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00​​​​ Introduction
00:37 Background
03:22 Driving Experience
15:46 Design & Build
35:43 Market & Model Range
59:26 Cost of Ownership
01:18:09 Summary
Background
BMW's all-electric model line-up, for years solely carried by the little i3, is now taking shape. We've already been introduced to the i4 sports saloon and the iX3 mid-sized SUV. And beyond that, there's this car, the iX, a large luxury SUV which the Munich maker hopes will move the game on from the standards already set in this segment by direct rivals like the Audi e-tron and the Mercedes EQC.
The company claims the iX to represent the pinnacle of its electrification strategy.
It's certainly the brand's first 4WD EV, it uses the fifth generation of the Bavarian maker's e-motor and battery technology and the carbonfibre-rich structure is more innovative than anything we've seen from the company since the i3. But there's still plenty of conventional design from combustion models in the 'CLAR'-influenced platform. And there's no sign here of the advanced 800-volt fast-charging infrastructure that you'll find on top VW Group EVs. Despite all that, you'll certainly feel that you've got the market's most advanced luxury EV if you own one of these - when you look at it in your driveway or slip inside the futuristic cabin. But does it - will it - work as an ownership proposition? We'll see.
Driving Experience
There's a choice of three iX variants, all using the same twin-motor four wheel drive configuration. Things kick off with the iX xDrive40, which has 326hp, a 71kWh-plus battery pack with a 257 mile range and, when driven less frugally, a rest to 62mph time of just 6.1s on the way to 124mph. The alternative iX xDrive50 flagship model has 523hp, a 105.2kWh battery pack with a range of up to 380 miles and can get to 62mph in 4.7s en route to the same top speed. The summit of the iX range is marked by the M60 version, which uses the same bigger battery as the '50'-series model but mates it with an even more powerful 619hp electric motor total output, delivered with up to 1,100Nm of torque. The range reading - 357 miles - is still acceptable and 62mph flashes by in just 3.8s on the way to an electronically limited maximum of 155mph.
BMW wants to set a fresh handling standard for large luxury EV Crossovers in this class, so great efforts have been made to trim weight from the aluminium-intensive chassis, which features double wishbone (front) and multi-link (rear) suspension and can offer active rear wheel steering.
On the move, there are 'High', 'Moderate' or 'Low' Brake Energy Regeneration settings. Plus activating driving position B with the selector lever generates so much off-throttle retardation that you'll virtually never have to use the brake pedal except when coming to a standstill. Using the alternative 'Adaptive' regen setting, the iX can also manage its own levels of brake recuperate to charge its battery on the move. When approaching a junction for example, the degree of recuperation will be increased. On the open road meanwhile, the coasting function sees the car 'freewheeling' with no drive power whenever the driver takes their foot off the accelerator.
*CAR REVIEW PLAYLISTS*
► New Car Reviews: bit.ly/3myaZiV
► Behind the Wheel: bit.ly/35JuUo7
► Highlight Car Reviews: bit.ly/35N1Wnx
► Electric Car Reviews: bit.ly/2TAqjPK
► Short Car Reviews: bit.ly/2HHlJMS
► Hatchback Reviews: bit.ly/3mKNAen
► SUV & 4X4 Reviews: bit.ly/37Verjt
► Saloon Reviews: bit.ly/37QrbrD
► City Car Reviews: bit.ly/3jDzBVI
► Estate Car Reviews: bit.ly/3kDflog
► Sports Car and Coupe Reviews: bit.ly/2TwkzXb
► MPV Reviews: bit.ly/3e7114S
► Van Reviews: bit.ly/31QWcb4
► Business Car Reviews: bit.ly/3kGZncN
► Family Car Reviews: bit.ly/3myLaiy
*FOLLOW OSV ON*
► Facebook: / osvltd
► Twitter: / osvmotoringnews
► Instagram: / osvltd
#BMWiX #BMWiXReview #ElectricCarReview

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Audi e-tron / BMW iX / Mercedes EQC - Which is best?

[@logicpro8382]

e-Tron Q8 or is you wanna save a little cash, get a used e-Tron 55 Launch Edition, better spec that the hideous looking BMW and better interior, we have an IX for work and its VERY fragile inside, leather stain easy, already scratches on the dash and screens, e-tron has been far better wearing and the IX goes through tires like nothing on earth! Cannot comment on EQc. I just dont like Merc after my last run in with them years ago lol

[@Edemh]

Another excellent review! Well done

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Cheers Edem, thanks for watching! What are your thoughts on the iX?

[@Simplyveej]

Marvelous review!

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Thank you for watching! Make sure to subscribe: bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@SuperJralph]

What a brilliant review, well done Sir.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Many thanks for watching 👍 Subscribe to avoid missing our on the latest in-depth reviews: bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@MrBazsi888]

With 2 years old used ix40 you can save up to 50k euros. Ix40 is only 10min behind ix50 in 1000km challenge. Efficiency matters. 180kg less than ix50. 20inch wheels are the way to go. Etron charges faster but overall not efficient enough. Ix has cd value .25 and a prius is .24. Just think about that... laser lights are amazing, and harman kardon enough.

[@andrewleventis8341]

excellent review

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Thank you for watching, Andrew! 👍 Subscribe for the latest in-depth reviews: bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@aalkhal1]

A balanced in depth review

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Thanks for watching! Make sure to subscribe for our latest in-depth vehicle reviews - bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@luismiguelgarciacanan5245]

Me gusta Bmw

[@supremestleader]

The man said in-depth …. And he didn’t disappoint. Subscribe!

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Welcome aboard, Ivan!

[@gbrown9694]

I like the front and rear profile but the side profile is hideous. Love the interior though, and the tech is great and it drives well. Probably going to get one.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Great to hear your honest thoughts 👍 If you're interested in the iX, our Vehicle Experts can find you the best deal. Fill-in this quick form and we'll get in touch: bit.ly/39YHCml

[@mrw2941]

Reminds of an old Top Gear review, not a bad thing

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Thanks for the great feedback 👍 Be sure to subscribe to keep up to date with our newest reviews - bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@ormgordon]

Put this interior on the ix3, and Im buying that.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Thanks for watching! Be sure to subscribe for more in-depth vehicle reviews - bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@mrw2941]

Squint and stand further back and it’s quite handsome.

[@thanasisk]

Great review as usual, but the car is ridiculously ugly on the exterior. Interior seems to be a mess as well.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Would you consider getting one over the Audi e-tron or Mercedes EQC?

[@thanasisk]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply It's hard to say before driving them, but I think the Audi and Mercedes look much better inside-out (in my opinion at least).

[@mrw2941]

For some reason electric cars are.

[@SudeepC1973]

People who are blind. I can only imagine how beside themselves they would be over silent running cars. They couldn’t see them before; now they can’t hear them. Deadly ghost 👻 ☠️

[@dunerider450f]

Much better looking car than the Tesla.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Would you buy the iX over a Tesla?

[@markscars1069]

Unfortunately, now that I’ve seen you looking down to read your notes/script, I cannot ‘unsee’ it, sorry 🙁 I’d worry that eventually you’re going to come a cropper doing that, your eyes are not really where they need to be.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Sorry that we've ruined the magic for you, Mark! 👀😅

[@Simplyveej]

Who cares? This was a terrific review.

[@charliewax846]

€80k+ car and pedals look like from old 1970’s bus, not even something more eye pleasing. Boot space same as in Peugeot 3008. Overall, poorly designed car (exterior and interior), very impractical. Great review though, much appreciated!

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Glad you enjoyed our review, Charlie! Be sure to subscribe (if you haven't already done so!) to keep up to date with the newest reviews - bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@bossadave]

Lazy ugly design BMW, exceptional review as always guys.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Glad you enjoyed it! Would you choose the iX over its rivals?

[@bossadave]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply Not interested in EVs, when they have a 1,000 mile range, super fast and inductive charging and ICE comparable price then I would consider. It is not a comfortable place to be an early adopter. These will be as desirable as used laptops in time.

[@GET2222]

The IX tries too hard and there’s nothing high tech about it. It’s a joke. After two weeks, I hate it. My wife won’t drive it. She laughed at the interior and was offended by the $92,000 price tag.

[@sweetfreedomGB]

Could this car be any uglier?!

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Do you prefer the look of the Audi e-tron?

[@sweetfreedomGB]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply not a fan of that either but yes it is a better looking car!

[@EinkOLED]

With mother in law driving it, yes.

[@bondjamesbond9041]

Ugly car. good review

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Not a fan of the styling?

[@blitzchaserjzx100]

Man that's one ugly car 😬

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

It's not to everyone's taste! What puts you off the styling?