BMW iX Specifications

The BMW iX represents a well-planned step into the future of luxurious eco-friendly mobility by German carmaker BMW. With ample comfort and infotainment features loaded in the cabin and exteriors, the BMW iX stands as a promising contender in the EV SUV market. It has a muscular design language, and its performance is commendable. 

The iX comes in one fully loaded variant, the iX xDrive50. The BMW was launched on 13th December 2021 and has made a major mark in the Indian car market. The following section highlights the key features and specifications that contribute to this popularity.

• Exterior Styling Features: The BMW iX features an uncomplicated exterior design with a rigid modelled surface and a blanked-off kidney grille at the front, with radar sensors and sleek LED headlamps. Other elements include titanium bronze brackets, prominent rectangular wheel arches, and single-piece L-shaped taillights.

• Doors: The BMW iX is the first model from the carmaker to feature frameless doors that offer a flush effect from the A-pillar to the D-pillar. There is also an electric door opener function. 

• Headlamps: The headlamps have both low-beam and high-beam functions, as well as licence plate illumination and automatic beam-throw control. 

• Dimensions: The SUV measures 4953 mm in length, 1967 mm in width, and 1696 mm in height. The wheelbase is 3000 mm. 

• Wheels: The BMW iX comes with 21-inch aerodynamic wheels. 

• ORVMs: The side mirrors are integrated into a well-strip.

• Interior Features: The major features include ambient lighting, 4-zone automatic air conditioning, dynamic contour lighting for four applications, wireless charging, and a frameless Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function.

• Seats: The front seats have a memory function and electric adjustment for seat height tilt adjustment, and the driver’s seat also gets lumbar support. There is also a massage function available. All seats have integrated headrests. 

• Sunroof: It has a panorama glass roof lounge that can turn opaque when needed, eliminating the need for a sliding roof lining. 

• Storage: There is a centre armrest with a storage compartment and two cupholders. 

• Seating: It is a five-seater car. 

• Sustainability: The interiors are made of recycled materials, including 20% recycled plastic. They are manufactured using 100% renewable energy. 

• Steering Wheel: It has a 2-spoke design polygonal steering wheel for optimal driving comfort and convenience. 

• Gear Selector: There is a modern toggle switch instead of the conventional gear selector. 

• Display: The BMW iX is equipped with a free-floating BMW Curved Display. It houses a 12.3-inch one-unit digital driver display and a 14.9-inch touchscreen Central Information Display.

• Connect Tech: The BMW Operating System 8.5 bridges the gap between owner and car through a proactive dialogue that facilitates driving. 

• Advanced Internet: The BMW iX also has some advanced internet features like SOS or Emergency Assistance and Geo-fence Alert

• Charging: The BMW Wallbox has integrated cable management and LED bars to indicate charging status. It also has a charging flap in the rear right side panel with an LED indicator.

• Audio: It has an 18-speaker Harman Kardon sound system or an optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System with head restraints. 

• Battery: The BMW iX has a high-voltage 105.2 kWh Lithium-ion battery that generates a maximum power of 516.29 bhp and a maximum torque of 765 Nm. Its consumption rate is 20.7 to 18.7 kWh/100 km.

• Transmission: The BMW iX comes with an automatic gearbox. 

• Range: The BMW iX offers a WLTP claimed range of 635 km. on a full charge, ensuring that longer distances are covered without the need to charge the battery. 

• Performance: The BMW iX can reach a top speed of 200 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.

• Safety Features: It has 8 airbags, ABD with EBD, Child Safety Locks, Seat Belt Warning, Anti-Theft Alarm, Central Locking, Door Ajar Warning, ISOFIX, Dynamic Stability Control, and Day & Night Rear View Mirror.

• ADAS: The advanced driver assist system includes a Front Collision Warning, Active Cruise Control, Remote Theft Recorder, Exit Warning, Steering Land Assist, Lane Change Assist, Blind Spot Detection, and Lane Detection Warning. 

• Ground Clearance: The BMW iX has a ground clearance of around 202 mm, which indicates its excellent off-road tackling abilities. 

• Boot Space: The BMW iX has an extensive boot space of 500 litres, which offers ample space to carry larger goods if needed. 

Specs & Features: BMW iX vs Rivals

The EV segment in India is evolving quite fast, and luxury carmakers are designing futuristic feature-rich EVs, so the segment has become competitive as well. The BMW iX has some market competitors that match up to it in terms of features and performance. These are the Jaguar I-Pace, the Audi Q8 e-tron, and the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. The sections below will compare the BMW iX with its market rivals with respect to features for a better analysis. 

BMW iX vs Jaguar I-Pace

• Dimensions: The Jaguar I-Pace is shorter in terms of length and width and also has less width when compared to the BMW iX. 

• Boot Space: The Jaguar I-Pace's boot space is 656 litres, 156 litres more than that of the BMW iX. 

• Seating: Both cars have a seating capacity of five. 

• Battery: The Jaguar I-Pace has a 90 kWh Lithium-ion battery, which is slightly less than the 105.2 kWh Lithium-ion battery of the BMW iX. 

• Seating: The Jaguar I-Pace has two-way manual headrests for the driver’s seat, which is missing in the BMW iX. 

• Airbags: The Jaguar I-Pace has six airbags, two less than the BMW iX. 

• Displays: The Jaguar I-Pace has a 10-inch and a 5.5-inch touchscreen setup, while the BMW iX has larger 12.3-inch and 14.9-inch screens. 

BMW iX vs Audi Q8 e-tron

• Battery: The Audi Q8 e-tron comes with an 89 kWh Lithium-ion dual motor setup and a 114 kWh dual motor unit. The BMW iX comes with a single 105.2 kWh Lithium-ion battery pack option.  

• Displays: The Audi Q8 e-tron comes with a triple-screen setup: a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an 8.6-inch touchscreen for climate controls, and a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display. The BMW iX has two screens: a 14.9-inch infotainment system and a 12.3-inch driver’s display. 

• Airbags: The Audi Q8 e-tron and the BMW iX have 8 airbags. 

• Audio: The Audi Q8 e-tron has a standard 16-speaker Bang and Olufsen 3-D sound system, while the BMW iX comes with an 18-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. 

• Boot Space: The Audi Q8 e-tron has a slightly bigger boot space of 505 litres, which is 5 litres more than that of the BMW iX. 

• ADAS: The Audi Q8 e-tron has over 16 ADAS features, while the BMW iX has only 2. 

BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

• Styling: The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has a more elegant styling language, while the BMW iX is more rugged and muscular. 

• Battery: The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV comes equipped with a 90.56 kWh battery pack, while the BMW iX comes with a bigger 105.2 kWh Lithium-ion battery pack. 

• Transmission: Both the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and the BMW iX have automatic transmissions. 

• Audio: The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has a 15-speaker 750 W Burmester 3D Surround sound system with Dolby Atmos. The BMW iX has an 18-speaker Harman Kardon sound system as standard. 

• Airbags: The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has nine airbags, one more than the BMW iX. 

• Dimensions: The BMW iX is 90 mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, which is 174 mm wider and 11 mm shorter.