2023 BMW iX M60 arrives in Malaysia, here’s all you need to know

KUALA LUMPUR: Globally revealed in January last year, BMW's high-performance electric SUV, the iX M60, has finally made its way to Malaysia. The new iX M60 is the fourth variant of the iX EV in the local market, after the xDrive40, xDrive40 Sport, and xDrive50 Sport.

Let’s get to know the all-new 2023 BMW iX M60 in detail -

2023 BMW iX M60 price

BMW Malaysia retails the new BMW iX M60 for RM 630,800 (on the road, without insurance). Included in the price is a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty with a free scheduled service programme, an 8-year / 160,000 km battery warranty, BMW roadside assistance, and accident hotline, and BMW Privileges Card 

2023 BMW iX M60 powertrain, range, and charging 

The Malaysia-spec BMW iX M60 is powered by a dual-motor, all-wheel drive powertrain, which cranks out a maximum power of 619 PS and a peak torque of 1,015 Nm in Sport Mode. The latter can be further boosted to 1,100 Nm with the Launch Control feature. However, in Personal and Efficiency drive modes, it makes 540 PS and 1,015 Nm. In the most-output form, the EV runs from zero to 100 kmph in 3.8 seconds only and hits a top speed of 250 kmph.

Feeding the dual-motor setup is a 111.5 kWh battery pack, which lets the EV run for 561 km (WLTP) on a single charge. When it comes to juice-up time, the battery takes 5.5 hours with a 22-kW onboard AC charger and 35 minutes (for 0-80% SoC) with a 195-kW DC fast charging.

2023 BMW iX M60 exterior

Dimensionally, the new BMW iX measures 4,953 mm in length, 1,967 mm in width, and 1,696 mm in height, and spans a wheelbase of 3,000 mm.

What sets the iX M60 trim different from its stablemates are High Gloss Black and Titanium Bronze badging, model-exclusive 22-inch BMW Individual M Aerodynamic Style 1023 wheels, and blue brake callipers. As for the exterior shade, buyers can choose from nine different options, including Mineral White, Alpine White Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Sophisto Grey Metallic with Brilliant Effect, Phytonic Blue Metallic, Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic, Individual Storm Bay Metallic, and Aventurine Red Metallic.

2023 BMW iX M60 interior

Hop inside the new BMW iX M60 and you will be greeted by a luxurious cabin, kitted with the following creature comforts - 

• BMW Live Cockpit Professional integrating a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen
• BMW Operating System 8
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity
• Integral Active Steering
• Powered front seats with memory function
• Four-zone climate control
• Wireless phone charger
• 1,615 watts Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system with 30 speakers
• Two dash upholstery options - interior Design Atelier in Mocha or Black, or the Interior Design Suite in Amido or Castanea

2023 BMW iX M60 safety

Engineered to provide a secure driving experience to occupants, the EV comes fitted with the Driving Assistant Professional package, which includes - 

• Autonomous emergency braking
• Steering and Lane Control Assistant
• Automatic Speed Limit Assistant
• Lane Change Assistant
• Distance Control (Active Cruise Control with stop & go)
• Lane Keeping Assistant
• Front and Rear Crossing Traffic Warning

Also part of the safety pack is Parking Assistant Professional, comprising Active Park Distance Control, Lateral Parking Aid, Surround View, Parking Drive-Off Monitoring, and Manoeuvre Assistant.

Alongside the new iX M60, BMW Malaysia also introduced the all-new M2 two-door compact coupé. Upon introducing the two new models, Sashi Ambi, Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability at BMW Group Malaysia said, " This year has been an extraordinary journey for us at BMW Group Malaysia, marking our 20th Year of delivering Sheer Driving Pleasure while also retaining our esteemed position as the No. 1 Premium Automaker in Malaysia for three consecutive years. 2023 has also been exceptionally eventful for us across all our portfolios, having introduced several ground-breaking BMW i and BMW M Performance models in the first six months, including the First-Ever BMW i4 M50 and the First-Ever BMW XM. Now, with great excitement, we usher in a new era of high-performance vehicles for our customers in Malaysia, with the First-All Electric BMW iX M60 and the latest iteration of iconic BMW M2.”

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