BMW iX xDrive60

It’s hard to go unnoticed at the wheel of the BMW iX xDrive60. Its exterior design impresses with a massive silhouette (4.97 m long, 2.23 m wide, and 1.70 m high) and sharply drawn, resolutely modern lines. At the front, the illuminated Iconic Glow grille discreetly integrates sensors for the most advanced driving aids. Adaptive LED headlights, flush door handles, glossy black inserts, imposing 22-inch aerodynamic wheels, and the specific diffuser of the M Sport package enhance this bold aesthetic. At the rear, the one-piece tailgate without visible handle further accentuates the purity of the lines.

The cabin delivers an immersive experience worthy of a true technological cocoon. Forget the traditional dashboard: here, everything is sleek, suspended, almost sculptural. BMW clearly wanted to transform the iX into a rolling lounge. The seats, fully adjustable, are heated, ventilated, and even equipped with massage functions. Comfort is royal, both at the front and rear, where the generous wheelbase and flat floor free up impressive space. The panoramic Sky Lounge roof further enhances this feeling of openness and well-being.

The centrepiece of the interior is the BMW Curved Display, composed of a 14.9-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The whole system is fluid and intuitive, powered by the latest iDrive 8, operable by voice, touch, or the central rotary controller, minimising excessive screen handling. High-quality materials and customisable ambient lighting reinforce the sense of luxury. Every journey becomes a sensory, soothing and highly connected experience.

A powerful and efficient electric system

At the heart of the BMW iX xDrive60 lies a 100% electric powertrain designed to combine power, efficiency and refinement. With 544 hp and an instant torque of 765 Nm, this 2,580 kg SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. This impressive performance is delivered by a dual-motor setup: one at the front, one at the rear, paired with intelligent all-wheel drive that distributes power in real time to maximise traction and stability. The front motor develops 258 hp and 365 Nm, while the rear motor delivers 313 hp and 400 Nm, ensuring an optimal balance of dynamism and control.

The iX xDrive60 isn’t just powerful, it’s efficient too. BMW has leveraged its electrification expertise to optimise energy efficiency, reducing losses to maximise range. Beneath the floor sits a high-density NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt) lithium-ion battery with a usable capacity of 109.1 kWh. This provides up to 701 km of range according to the WLTP cycle, with consumption as low as 17.9 kWh/100 km depending on configuration. In the M Sport version tested, it offers up to 652 km and 19.3 kWh/100 km. This autonomy makes the iX perfectly suited to long-distance travel. The active thermal management system keeps the battery at optimal performance, whatever the weather conditions.

For charging, the iX supports fast DC charging up to 195 kW, allowing 10 to 80% charge in just 35 minutes. For daily use, options include a full charge at home in 11 hours with an 11 kW AC wall plug, or in 5 hours 45 minutes with an optional 22 kW AC charger – more than enough to cover everyday needs.

Dynamic driving experience

The BMW iX xDrive60 impresses with its balance between comfort and dynamic road behaviour. Thanks to a sophisticated suspension combining a double-wishbone front axle and a five-link rear axle, it absorbs road imperfections while ensuring precise, reassuring handling. Paired with variable Servotronic steering, the platform provides a particularly natural driving feel, whether in city traffic or on winding roads. Its agility is surprising given its size and weight.

The iX xDrive60 offers multiple customisable driving modes, adapting the car’s behaviour to the driver’s preferences or road conditions. Efficient mode favours energy savings by softening throttle response, reducing power, and limiting energy-hungry systems like air conditioning. Sport mode, on the other hand, unleashes the full potential of the motors for sharper acceleration and responsiveness. Additional modes include Expressive, Relax, Digital Art, and Silent.

Technically, the iX is built on the CLAR II (Cluster Architecture) platform, an innovative chassis combining aluminium, high-strength steel, and carbon fibre. This mix ensures structural rigidity, reduced weight, and high crash safety. The design also lowers the centre of gravity, greatly improving stability in corners and at high speed. BMW has succeeded in making the iX xDrive60 as enjoyable to drive as it is efficient.

Depending on the options, the BMW iX xDrive60 is loaded with the latest driver-assistance technologies, putting safety and convenience at the forefront. These include:

• Semi-autonomous driving (automatic steering, acceleration, and braking in traffic jams or on highways).
• “One Pedal” mode (smooth city driving with only the accelerator).
• Adaptive regenerative braking (energy recovery based on driving conditions).
• Parking assistant with 360° camera.
• Traffic sign recognition with adaptive speed adjustment.
• Collision warning with automatic emergency braking.

The verdict

With the iX xDrive60, BMW delivers a remarkably accomplished electric SUV, combining high-level road performance, generous range, limousine-like comfort, and cutting-edge onboard technology. A true concentration of innovation that perfectly illustrates BMW’s vision of electric mobility.

Excellence, however, comes at a price: our test model comes in at €121,554, a steep figure that reserves this technological gem for a demanding and privileged clientele.