A 2500kg SUV will never offer the driving thrills we yearn for, but the BMW iX nailed its brief as an innovate, all-electric luxury SUV -
and this 516bhp xDrive50. Both 50 and M60 models feature a bigger 105kWh battery pack, giving them an estimated WLTP range figure of around 360-380 miles in prime conditions. On the move, the xDrive50 feels completely effortless, with excellent calibration from both the throttle and brake pedals that make them feel natural and responsive.
Yet this steadfast body control doesn’t come at the expense of comfort, as even on its largest 22-inch wheel and tyre package the iX rides beautifully on its standard air suspension. It goes beyond just having excellent bump absorption, as there’s also a very clear connection to the road surface.
As you might guess, I genuinely enjoyed my time with this car. While I might take issue with its final form, what iX does and how it does it, is truly exceptional – a quantum leap in both how superbly polished and resolved it is to drive, and a prime example of how much progress BMW has made in electric vehicle engineering. The issue lies in the sheer amount of car you need to purchase to experience BMW’s latest generation of true innovation.
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