2022 BMW iX xDrive50
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300 mile range is decent, but nothing really groundbreaking here by any of the specifications other than the fact that it's from BMW. Pricing is lofty for sure. Would've been more impressive at Parity with the X5, but perhaps they're banking on increased EV incentives.
Do see some benefits from the i products here. Use of CFRP structure etc.
Do see some benefits from the i products here. Use of CFRP structure etc.
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I've seen reviews on Edmunds and some of the other sites....it will sell well because its almost as good as the Model X in the EV stuff with way better build quality. I hope it does well and drives BMW to make more offerings quickly.
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A hybrid would make more sense. This thing will barely sell
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I hate the bland door panels, the asymmetric seat stitching, and the use of microfiber/suede as a majority texture choice of the interior. Like in the autogheful video, I agree that the newest idrive software is a step backwards, I mean look at the climate control screen. Also it looks like it was designed by android with its icons laid out in a huge list.
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EV ftw!!!
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If I were in the market for an SUV (ICE or EV), I wouldn't hesitate getting this vehicle. Modern design, luxurious, lots of power and very good quality. I'd take this over a Model X without any hesitation.
Way to go BMW!! 👍👍👍 Awesome EV SUV - I hope it does well. So glad they didn't make a stupid/unnecessarily complicated dual fuel compromise Hybrid.
Way to go BMW!! 👍👍👍 Awesome EV SUV - I hope it does well. So glad they didn't make a stupid/unnecessarily complicated dual fuel compromise Hybrid.
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If I were in the market for an SUV (ICE or EV), I wouldn't hesitate getting this vehicle. Modern design, luxurious, lots of power and very good quality. I'd take this over a Model X without any hesitation.
Way to go BMW!! 👍👍👍 Awesome EV SUV - I hope it does well. So glad they didn't make a stupid/unnecessarily complicated dual fuel compromise Hybrid.
Way to go BMW!! 👍👍👍 Awesome EV SUV - I hope it does well. So glad they didn't make a stupid/unnecessarily complicated dual fuel compromise Hybrid.
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Jonny Lieberman summed it up best on Motor Trend.
Subjectively, this is one of the ugliest vehicles I have ever seen. As EV's have leveled the playing field for performance, OEM's have to go above and beyond in order to make their vehicles stand out. The only thing that stands out about this are those beaver teeth.
The 2022 bmw ix previews many things coming down the automotive pike. Not only is it a glimpse into BMW's sustainable, electric, carbon-neutral future, but this type of machine—an electric carlike SUV-sized people mover—will become the dominant mode of first-world personal transportation within the decade. As a signpost pointing toward the future, I feel confident concluding that we're in good shape vis-à-vis the driving world to come. But as a BMW? I'm struggling here. For whatever reason, I want and expect all BMWs to drive better than other machines, or at least most other machines. This is probably an unreasonable expectation, but dammit, all BMWs used to have an X factor. I can still remember driving an ex's E39 540i two decades ago. The relationship went nowhere, but I got a memory that will last a lifetime. As for the all-new bmw ix when it arrives in Q1 of 2022, we Americans will have a fast, powerful, efficient, tech-laden yet minimalist SUV in a segment with few serious competitors. I just wish the iX were a bit more memorable.
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Journalists have been more or less whining about BMW's not being the best drivers cars in their segment for a decade. I think the market has very clearly indicated that they're OK with the overall direction. I say this with a tinge of sadness as a previous E46 owner.
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The range is under 300 miles 
Real world will be less. Cold climates will be less. Most are advised to charge to 80% only. Most people would probably just opt for a Model Y (but I’m not sure the specs of the Y)
Real world will be less. Cold climates will be less. Most are advised to charge to 80% only. Most people would probably just opt for a Model Y (but I’m not sure the specs of the Y)Last edited by Toys4RJill; Sep 30, 2021 at 03:42 PM.