BMW iX scores perfect 5-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests

BMW iX scores perfect 5-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests

KUALA LUMPUR: BMW’s pure-electric SUV, the iX, represents a new era in individual mobility. It is loaded with a comprehensive range of digital features that not only make it hi-tech and modern but also safe. And the latter has been proved through its performance at the highest level of safety crash test i.e. Euro NCAP. It scored the maximum five-star ratings in all test categories of the European New Car Assessment Programme.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What is the safety rating of BMW iX?

    The BMW iX scored the maximum five-star ratings in all test categories of the European New Car Assessment Programme.
  • What are the safety features of the BMW iX?

    The BMW iX safety and advanced driver assistance features include six airbags, a front collision warning system with brake intervention, an automatic emergency braking system, rear cross-traffic warning, rear collision prevention, adaptive cruise control with stop and go function, steering and lane control assist, and more.
  • The EV received a 91% rating in the adult occupant protection category, 87% in the child occupant protection, and 81% in the safety assist systems.

    BMW iX

    “The BMW iX sets new standards in sustainability, and its top rating of five stars in the Euro NCAP underlines the vehicle’s comprehensive sustainability concept,” says Dominik Schuster, Head of Vehicle Safety BMW. 

    “The extremely stable body structure and the extended range of restraint systems ensure an outstanding level of occupant protection. In addition, the BMW iX scores highly both in the test programme and in everyday driving with innovative driver assistance systems that significantly reduce the risk of accidents in a wide array of situations,” he added.

    BMW iX

    Included in the BMW iX safety features are six airbags, a front collision warning system with brake intervention, an automatic emergency braking system, rear cross-traffic warning, rear collision prevention, adaptive cruise control with stop and go function, steering and lane control assist, automatic speed limit assist, evasion assistant and more.

    BMW iX

    The iX electric SUV recently made its debut in Malaysia through the CBU (Completely Built Unit) route. The two variants on offer are the xDrive40 and xDrive40 Sport, both powered by a dual-motor setup that generates a maximum power output of 326 PS and a peak torque of 630 Nm. The setup is coupled with a 76.6-kWh battery pack that delivers an electric drive range of 425 km (on the WLTP cycle). 

    On the performance front, it can run from zero to 100 kmph in 6.1 seconds before attaining a top speed of 200 kmph. 

    The iX xDrive40 is priced at RM 419,630, while the xDrive40 Sport retails for RM 472,630. 

    Also read: Here’s how BMW Malaysia is planning to celebrate Christmas

    Abhishek Katariya

    Abhishek Katariya

    From collecting Hotwheels to actually creating a list of cars driven, Abhishek has been a fanboy of cars since childhood. As much as he enjoys being behind the wheel, he also loves munching miles on big tourer bikes. 

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