BMW launches new iX electric SUV variant in India, priced at ₹1.39 crore: All you need to know
₹1.39 crore (ex-showroom). Positioned as a completely built unit (CBU), interested buyers can secure their orders through authorized BMW dealerships or the carmaker's official online platform. The BMW iX electric SUV enters the ring to compete against formidable contenders in the burgeoning luxury electric vehicle market in India, such as the Audi e-Tron, Mercedes-Benz EQC, and Porsche Taycan.
Originally introduced in 2021 as BMW's inaugural electric vehicle, the iX now offers two variants for discerning customers to choose from. Sitting atop the lineup is the xDrive50 variant, while BMW also presents the xDrive40 version of the EV. The price discrepancy between the two models stands at approximately ₹29 lakh, with the iX xDrive40 retailing for ₹1.20 crore (ex-showroom).
Equipped with a dual-battery setup boasting a combined capacity of 111.5 kWh, the BMW iX xDrive50 promises an impressive range of up to 635 kilometers on a single charge. Backed by an eight-year warranty or up to 1.60 lakh kilometers, these batteries provide ample power. The twin electric motors of the xDrive50 variant deliver a robust driving experience, generating 515 bhp of power and a peak torque of 765 Nm.
Accelerating from 0-100 kmph in just 4.6 seconds, the iX xDrive50 offers thrilling performance. In comparison, the iX xDrive40 variant, while slightly less potent, still offers a respectable driving experience. Generating 321 bhp of power and 630 Nm of peak torque, this variant provides a range of up to 414 kilometers on a single charge and achieves a 0-100 kmph sprint in 6.1 seconds.
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