BMW isn't late to the EV party — its first mass-produced electric vehicle, the i3, was introduced for the 2014 model year — but it did take a while for the automaker to produce a model capable of traveling long distances before recharging. That changed last year with the introduction of the iX SUV and its stablemate, the i4 sedan. Now, the iX family grows to incorporate the high-performance M60 variant, which gives the iX the power and acceleration necessary to take on the heavy hitter in the luxury EV crossover segment: the Tesla Model X.
2023 BMW iX





- New M60's dual-motor powertrain develops up to 610 hp and 811 lb-ft of torque
- M60 variant comes with features that are optional on the base xDrive50 model
- Part of the first iX generation introduced for 2022
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The entry-level iX xDrive50 produces 516 horsepower and 564 lb-ft of torque — roughly on par with the automaker's twin-turbo V8-powered 850i coupe. But because the iX tips the scales at nearly 5,700 pounds, it is estimated to return a respectable 0-60 mph time of 4.6 seconds.
The new iX M60 isn't much heavier than the standard model, but it is significantly more potent. By default, the dual-motor powertrain produces 532 horsepower and 749 lb-ft of torque. Select the launch control mode and output is boosted even higher, to a healthy 610 hp and 811 lb-ft. That's still less than the base Model X's 670 hp, but BMW says the M60 can accelerate from a standstill to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds — a couple ticks quicker than the Model X's estimated sprint time.
The elephant in the room is the Model X Plaid, which boasts just over 1,000 horsepower and a touted 0-60 mph time of 2.5 seconds. While we think this time is a hair optimistic, it's hard to imagine that the iX M60 will best a Model X Plaid in an all-out drag race.
Outside of the iX M60's straight-line credentials, the high-octane SUV will be equipped with the standard model's optional air suspension and adaptive dampers. This should ensure the iX stays stable while carving corners without sacrificing ride quality.
The iX M60 will be able to keep up with a Model X, but the privilege won't come cheap. The standard xDrive50 starts just shy of $85,000, and in addition to the more powerful rear motor, the M60 comes with several features that are optional on the xDrive50. These include 21-inch wheels, the Premium package, Dynamic Handling package, Radiant Heating package, laser headlights, ventilated front seats and a 30-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system. When the iX M60 is released in June 2022, it will carry a price tag starting at $106,095, including destination charges.
Last year's iX was a great start in establishing BMW as a major player in the electric luxury SUV space. The 2023 BMW iX M60 gives this crossover the thrust necessary to stay competitive with the likes of the Tesla Model X.




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