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Great car- lousy BMW corporate attitude
We love the car, but the communication system control card keeps failing due to overheating and BMW is not trying to fix it claiming it happens when the car gets too hot. Apparently the card is in the ceiling and the heat from the sunroof can cause the card to overheat and fail. Sadly BMW 's attitude is "there's nothing they can do about it" leaving owners with a possible failure of the emergency call system. They don't seem to be looking for a solution or plan a recall even tho they admit seeing it in lots of cars. Had I known this problem in advance I would not have bought the car. Going to file a Lemon Law lawsuit, but may have to ask for a refund rather than a new car since it will likely have the very same issue.....
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Best New Car I've Ever Had
This car is a level up from all the other electrics on the market. I researched and tested all the SUVs available, and nothing came close to the iX. Yes, it's pricey, but I searched for a deal, and found one at a dealership where I got BMW's $9,900 lease credit, and $8,000 additional off from the dealer, so I felt that at $76,000 this car was a steal. I'm so impressed with the looks (yes, I even like the front), driving dynamics, interior comfort, tech, ride quality (even on 22" wheels), regenerative braking/energy recapture, and range. When I was looking for iXs I really wanted the Shadowline trim, ventilated leather seats, 20" wheels, and the premium package, what I got was Sensa Tec non-ventilated seats, Sport trim, 22" wheels, and the convenience package, and I couldn't be happier with the "less than" vehicle I ended up with. I've had a lot of cars (basically getting a new lease every few years), and this is the one that I wake up thinking I can not wait to get in it and drive somewhere. There are a couple very nit-picky items that I would like to be different. First, the rearview mirror (especially on the left/driver side is maybe too small. I can't seem to get a great view of the lane next to me no matter how much I fiddle with the adjustment. Secondly, and this would help immensely with the first, I wish there were turn signal cameras on the iX. It has cameras everywhere, so why not engage them when the turn signal is turned on to give the driver a very clear view of what's in the right or left lane before changing. My last car had this, and I do miss it. Other than those two pretty small items, there's nothing about the iX I haven't enjoyed, and I can't wait to drive it everyday. It is an absolutely phenomenal product by BMW.
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- xDrive50 4dr SUVMSRP: $67,698476 mi away
- M60 4dr SUVMSRP: $67,950312 mi away
- xDrive50 4dr SUVMSRP: $64,995409 mi away
Subjective Criticism based on 6 months ownership
The Pro's of my IX ownership: As far as the IX's said range, BMW has underestimated its capacity, which is a good thing, and typically BMW when it comes to power output and now EV range. My range average is based on probably the most adverse conditions living in sizzling hot Scottsdale Arizona. My IX 50 is my daily commuter which averages 52 miles per day of mixed city and 7 miles of highway. I certainly down-live in the flat parts of Arizona. Mostly undulating hills. Moreover, I have run the IX with the AC at its coolest 60F temperatures. The BMW app says my average consumption for the past 3 months is 3.5 mi/kWh, and I am 14% of the community average. With that said my total range from 100% to 10% remaining has consistently been 366 miles. I'm sure if I ventured down to 3% battery life I could achieve a 400-mile battery range. I'm very impressed! I always drive my IX 50 in the Eco/ efficient mode. The Cons of my IX ownerships are as follows: 1. Cheap interior cabin materials. Lots of hard plastics and piano black finish which scratch easily. For a $98,000 EV, I expected better. 2. The Sensatec seats feel cheap and lack the 21-way adjustability of the BMW X5 3. Yes, the look is polarizing, but the consumer learns to adapt to it. Not much of a wow factor. 4. Not a fan of I drive 8.5. having to touch a screen for AC or toggle to other menus is annoying. 5. The car is very heavy. Contrary to what Edmonds says about agility, I disagree. often it feels like I'm driving a U-haul when it comes to cornering. Overall, I cannot give this car 5 stars. Perhaps if I moved up to the IX M60 which is a $118,000 BMW EV the suspension and the interior quality would have been greatly improved. However, I wasn't prepared to spend an extra $20K for leather seats and airbag rear suspension.
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Unexpected luxury
I’ve driven a X5 45e hybrid for 2 years. It’s been a satisfying journey waiting for a refined luxury totally electric car that has the road feel of a BMW. The iX is that car. You often hear the phase minimalist to describe the interior. That’s not my experience . It’s clean sculptured interior cloaks industry leading technology designed to enhance your driving experience. It’s a car you can’t wait to drive. The newly designed seats are a departure for BMW. Yes the traditional “seat shaped” control still exists but the touch screen allows you the adjust the seat to a higher level of comfort. But that’s not why the iX experience has but a smile on my face. It’s the g force acceleration and road handling that makes this a true ultimate driving machine. UPDATE: Leased my dream electric vehicle or at least I thought. After 2 months the car alerted me that my passive restraint system had failed and not to drive the vehicle. I drove to the dealer and after a bit of negotiation was able to get a base loaner. A MONTH later the part arrived. A week later it has not been installed. Pretty clear BMW rushed this product to market without adequate parts and trained repair specialists. Buyers be aware.
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The Finest in Luxury EV SUV’s
Picked up my loaded iX xDrive 50 after an anxious 6 month wait when ordered in 4/22. Delivery in 11/22. What a great ride, fun to drive, crazy good range (365 actual range at a 100% charge) with 21” wheels. Such a smooth and quiet luxe cruiser, with a tiger hiding under that hood? Fast. Interior is splendid, exterior was a bit polarizing, but has become very attractive. My first EV. Charging is easy ant home, or ant a couple local fast chargers, and travel has been enjoyable as long as I could find fast chargers. Plenty of interior space, quality craftsmanship in materials, for an interior that wows. Update 09/24: This car is still the nicest car I’ve owned in 45 years. I had no issues with it, and range was as good as an EV gets. However, I recently traded it for the 2024 BMW X5 50e PHEV. This was due to limited charging available in SE USA away from home. I also did not enjoy pulling into fast charge stations only to find units not working or a wait. The 50e PHEV is a much better fit for me at this time, and I hardly use any gas in how I drive it. Excellent efficiency.
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