BMW iX coming to Malaysia, check key highlights here

BMW iX coming to Malaysia, check key highlights here

BMW iX electric SUV, which made its global debut last year in November, is now ready to hit the Malaysian roads. The automaker started the EV teasing campaign a few months back that includes some newly-released visuals hinting that the iX launch is just around the corner. It has also detailed the EV specifications on the official website, according to which, the SUV will be available in two trims - xDrive40 and xDrive50. But, whether both will go on sale together or not, is not yet confirmed. Well, for the ones who are waiting for the big launch, here we have listed the iX key highlights, have a look.

BMW iX teaser

BMW iX exterior 

In terms of exterior design, the electric car has generously proportioned surfaces and characteristic lines for a unique monolithic shape. The front fascia has a vertically aligned kidney grille combined with the narrowest twin-headlights ever created by the automaker for a production vehicle. The grille functions as an intelligent surface incorporating camera technology, radar functions, sensors, and heating elements.

 BMW iX rear

On the sides, we can see stylish wheel arches (measuring between 20-22 inches), flush door handles, and frameless doors. The aerodynamically designed panels help the EV in getting the impressive cd value of 0.25, along with the window outline that tapers towards the rear. The narrow L-shaped tail lights and large diffuser round off the SUV’s look at the back.

BMW iX front

BMW iX interior 

BMW describes the iX’s cabin as a “living space on wheels.” The flat dashboard, large display screen, and slim seats altogether lend it a modern and luxurious appeal. The main inclusions are:

  • BMW Curved Display: The iX is the first BMW production vehicle to get this display. It merges a 14.9-inch infotainment system with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. 
  • Lounge rear seats: Due to the absence of a central tunnel, the EV offers a spacious lounge-like atmosphere for the rear passengers.
  • iDrive controller on the central console, which is framed by an elegant control panel made of FSC certified wood.
  • Full-length “Sky Lounge” panoramic sunroof, which has electrochromatically shades for privacy
  • Bowers and Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound system
  • Personal e-SIM and 5G
  • Remote software upgrade
  • Hexagonal two-spoke steering wheel
  • Haptic controls as part of the Shy Tech philosophy
  • Qi wireless charging tray and two USB-C ports

 BMW iX interior

BMW iX drivetrain 

The EV will be available in two versions - xDrive40 and xDrive50; both will have two motors and an all-wheel-drive system. Their specifications are as follows:

Specifications

BMW iX xDrive40

BMW iX xDrive50

Maximum power

326 PS 

523 PS

Peak torque

630 Nm

765 Nm

Battery pack

71-kWh lithium-ion battery 

105.2-kWh lithium-ion battery

0-100 kmph acceleration

6.1 seconds

4.6 seconds

Top speed

200 kmph

200 kmph

Drive range

425 km

630 Km

BMW iX charging

Coming to the BMW iX charging time, the xDrive40 takes around 8 eight hours for a full charge when charging with the 11-kW onboard AC charger, while the higher variant charges under 11 hours. For fast charging, the customer will be able to use DC fast charging. It will charge the xDrive50 from 10 to 80% in 35 minutes and xDrive40 in 31 minutes. BMW claims the lesser trim can go 90 km with 10 minutes of fast charging, and the xDrive50 will cruise up to 120 km with the same charge.

BMW iX driving assistance technologies

BMW iX will be loaded with a large range of driver and assistance systems as standard for convenience and safety in critical or monotonous traffic situations. Some of them are Steering and lane guidance assist, Lane keeping assistant with side collision warning, Emergency steer assist, and Parking Assistant Plus with a large number of cameras displaying objects surrounding the vehicle in 3D.

BMW iX front

BMW iX price

The BMW iX price for the Malaysian market has not yet been revealed, however, we can take a hint from the neighbouring market Thailand where the xDrive 50 trim has already gone on sale with allotted 20 units. The price starts at 5,999,000 Thai baht (approx RM 759,953) with a three-year, unlimited-mileage warranty. 

Interested in buying the all-new BMW iX? You can now register their interest at the company’s website.

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