BMW iX Charge Spec and Overview
BMW iX Charge Spec and Overview
The BMW iX is BMW's flagship fully electric SUV, designed and built in Germany on a dedicated electric-only platform. It is offered in two main variants in Australia: the iX xDrive40 with a 77 kWh battery and the iX xDrive50 with a 112 kWh battery. Competitors include the Audi e-tron, Jaguar I-Pace, Tesla Model X, and Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo.
Battery Capacity
BMW iX:
- iX xDrive40: 77 kWh (71 kWh usable)
- iX xDrive50: 112 kWh (105 kWh usable)
Energy Consumption (WLTP Test Cycle)
- iX xDrive40: 225 Wh/km
- iX xDrive50: 230 Wh/km
Driving Range
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iX xDrive40:
- WLTP: 425 km
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iX xDrive50:
- WLTP: 630 km
- US EPA: 521 km
AC Charging Max Rates
- Single-phase: 7.4 kW max
- Three-phase: 11 kW max
DC Fast Charging
The BMW iX supports DC fast charging using the CCS2 connector:
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Max DC Charging Speed:
- iX xDrive40: 150 kW
- iX xDrive50: 200 kW
- Charging from 0 to 80% in approximately 45 minutes
Approximate Charging Times
Charging Method | iX xDrive40 | iX xDrive50 |
---|---|---|
10A Powerpoint | 39.5 hours | 58.5 hours |
15A (Caravan Outlet) | 19.75 hours | 29 hours |
32A (1-phase Home EVSE) | 9.66 hours | 14.3 hours |
32A (3-phase Public EVSE) | 8 hours | 11 hours |
DC Fast Charging (50kW) | 1 hour 10 min | 1 hour 40 min |
DC Fast Charging (350kW) | 45 minutes | 45 minutes |
Performance
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Max Power:
- iX xDrive40: 240 kW
- iX xDrive50: 385 kW
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Acceleration (0-100 km/h):
- iX xDrive40: 6.1 seconds
- iX xDrive50: 4.6 seconds
Dimensions and Storage
- Length: 4953 mm
- Width (mirrors in): 1967 mm
- Height: 1695 mm
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Boot Volume:
- 500 L (seats up)
- 1750 L (seats down)
Towing Capacity
- iX xDrive40 and xDrive50: 750 kg (braked) / 2500 kg (unbraked)
Disclaimer
The information provided above is intended as a general guide only. Specifications and charging times may vary based on several factors. Always confirm with the manufacturer for the most up-to-date information before making any purchase decisions.
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