# BMW iX

> The BMW iX is a battery-electric mid-size luxury crossover SUV that represents BMW's most ambitious step into the electric era. Built on a bespoke aluminum and carbon-fiber architecture at the Dingolfing plant, it pairs fifth-generation eDrive technology with a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. Since its 2021 debut, the iX has served as BMW's technology flagship, showcasing curved iDrive 8 displays, a self-healing sensor grille, and semi-autonomous driving capability.

- **Created by:** BMW Group
- **Launched:** 2021
- **Platforms:** hardware
- **Pricing:** Paid - The BMW iX xDrive50 started at approximately $87,100 USD. The performance-oriented iX M60 began around $111,100. For the 2026 model year facelift, new variants include the xDrive45 (est. from $76,325), xDrive60 (est. from $88,500), and M70 (est. from $111,350). Pricing varies by market and options.
- **Key features:** Fifth-Generation eDrive, iDrive 8 Curved Display, Self-Healing Sensor Grille, Adaptive Regenerative Braking, 5G and Over-the-Air Updates

## Features

- **Fifth-Generation eDrive** — BMW's in-house scalable electric drivetrain combining motor, power electronics, and single-speed transmission in one housing. 93% efficiency with cobalt-free motors that use electrically excited rotors instead of permanent magnets.
- **iDrive 8 Curved Display** — A single curved glass panel merging a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with a 14.9-inch central touchscreen. First production BMW with this architecture, plus an upgraded personal voice assistant and rotary controller.
- **Self-Healing Sensor Grille** — The large front kidney grille is blanked off and houses camera, radar, and other sensors for driver assistance. It features a self-healing coating that smooths out minor scratches to keep sensors unobstructed.
- **Adaptive Regenerative Braking** — GPS and sensor-guided recuperation that adjusts regenerative braking intensity based on traffic and road conditions. Three manual levels including high, which enables effective one-pedal driving.
- **5G and Over-the-Air Updates** — The first luxury vehicle with built-in 5G, enabling over-the-air functionality and 20 times the onboard computing power of prior BMW models for processing sensor and camera data.
- **Aluminum and CFRP Architecture** — Bespoke EV platform with aluminum spaceframe and carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic side frames, rain channels, roof frame, and rear window aperture. Shared componentry with CLAR platform allows mixed production at Dingolfing.
- **Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Audio** — Available 30-speaker 4D audio system with diamond tweeters and exciters built into the seats, delivering one of the most immersive in-car listening experiences available.
- **Hexagonal Steering Wheel** — Standard hexagonal steering wheel designed to improve visibility of the curved display while maintaining a sporty grip. A small design rebellion in a conservative segment.

## Achievements

- 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating
- Red Dot Design Award 2022
- iF Gold Award 2022 for product design
- World Luxury Car of the Year 2022 (World Car Awards finalist)
- First BMW with 5G connectivity
- First production vehicle with self-healing sensor grille coating

## Latest updates

- **2025-01** — BMW unveiled the 2026 model year iX facelift with three new variants: xDrive45 (402 hp), xDrive60 (536 hp), and M70 (650 hp), featuring up to 426 miles WLTP range and restyled front and rear fascias.
- **2024-03** — BMW rolled out iDrive 8.5 over-the-air update to existing iX models, improving natural language voice control and navigation routing.
- **2022-05** — iX M60 launched with 610 hp, 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds, and a dual-axle air suspension tuned by BMW M.
- **2021-11** — Customer deliveries began globally, with the iX xDrive40 and xDrive50 as launch variants.

## Links

- Website: https://www.bmw.com/en/bmw-models/bmw-ix
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/BMW
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BMW
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmw/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BMW

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Last updated: 2026-05-01