The All-Electric BMW iX SAV (SUV): The Complete Electric Car Buying Guide For India

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The All-Electric BMW iX SAV

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BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG), is a leading global automotive manufacturer headquartered in Munich, Germany. BMW is well known for its portfolio of luxury vehicles, to include the famed Rolls-Royce luxury cars. The group manufacturers a number of cars under its BMW brand, to include battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The company currently has the following portfolio of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs):

• All-electric BMW iX3 (BEV)
• All-electric BMW iX1 (BEV)
• All-electric BMW iX2 (BEV)
• All-Electric BMW i5 (BEV)
• All-Electric BMW i7 (BEV)
• All-electric BMW iX (BEV)
• All-electric BMW i4 (BEV)
• All-electric BMW i3 (BEV)

The BMW iX electric vehicle (EV) is the first all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) from the German automotive company. The all-new BMW iX EV includes the fifth generation BMW eDrive Technology. The pure electric SUV (SAV) concept vehicle was revealed at the 2018 Paris Motor Show as the Vision iNEXT.

The BMW Sports Activity Vehicle is available in two variants: the BMW iX xDrive40 and the BMW iX xDrive50. The range topping xDrive50 has a 111.5 kWh onboard EV battery, with a claimed zero-emission electric range up to 593 km.

Even accounting for the ‘real-world’ driving conditions, the electric vehicle should easily be able to deliver up to 500 km on a single charge. Ample range for most day-to-day needs and motorway driving. Moreover the variant has DC charging capability up to 195 kW and can be charged up to 80% in 35 minutes.

The entry-level BMW iX xDrive40 also delivers a decent pure electric range (claimed range up to 425 km). Expect a real-world range closer to 360 km. The EV offers DC charging up to 150 kW and can be charged up to 80% in 31 minutes. Both variants offer a three-phase onboard charger as standard.

Of course, most homes in India are powered by single-phase (7.4 kW) power supply, limiting the ability to leverage the 3-phase onboard charger. Using a dedicated home charger like zappi, the larger EV battery can be fully charged in 17 hours, while the smaller battery will take up to 12 hours. In any case, most electric cars are charged overnight at home. We at e-zoomed recommend a topping up strategy to EV charging. This way charging times can be reduced.

Four-wheel drive comes as standard for both the variants. The xDrive40 can achieve 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds (max power: 326 hp), while the xDrive50 does it in 4.6 seconds (max power: 385 hp). Impressive given the increased weight of the EV due to the onboard EV battery. Of course, pure electric cars also benefit from instant torque. Both variants have a top speed up to 200 km/h.

For many, the futuristic exterior styling of the BMW e-SUV will be appealing, however, for those keen on the ‘familiar’, it may not be as compelling. Having said that, the electric SUV does make a bold statement. The interior quality, technology and equipment levels are in line with the premium price tag of the EV. The iX also includes the ‘Sky Lounge’ end-to-end panoramic glass sunroof.

Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet!

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PROS	CONS
Good electric range for top variant	The xDrive50 is expensive. Cheaper alternatives available
195 kW DC charging and 11 kW onboard charger	Entry-level variant limited to 150 kW DC charging
All-wheel drive as standard	Boot space limited (500 L)

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The All-Electric BMW iX SAV (credit: BMW)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Vehicle Type:	Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV)
Engine:	Electric
Available In India:	Yes

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Trims (1 Option)
BMW iX xDrive40 (from Rs 1.18 Crore)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in two battery sizes: 76.6 kWh/ 111.5 kWh
Charging:	Up to 195 kW DC rapid charging (10%-80%: 35 mins). On-board charger 11 kW AC
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
Battery Warranty:	8 years or 160,000 km

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1695
Width (mm):	1967
Length (mm):	4953
Wheelbase (mm):	3000
Turning Circle (m):	12.8
Boot Space (L):	500

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BMW iX xDrive40
EV Battery Capacity:	76.6 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	372 – 425 km
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100 km):	22.5 – 19.4
Charging:	150 kW DC rapid charging (10%-80%: 31 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 7 hrs 25 mins)
Top Speed:	200 km/h
0-100 km/h:	6.1 seconds
Drive:	All-wheel drive (AWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	240
Max Power (hp):	326
Torque (Nm):	630
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Driving Modes:	N/A
Unladen Weight-EU (kg):	2,440
Colours:	4
NCAP Safety Rating:	Five-Star

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BMW iX xDrive50
EV Battery Capacity:	111.5 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	587 – 593 km
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100 km):	22.5 – 19.4
Charging:	195 kW DC charging (10%-80%: 35 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 10.75 hrs)
Top Speed:	200 km/h
0-100 km/h:	4.6 seconds
Drive:	All-wheel drive (AWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	385
Max Power (hp):	523
Torque (Nm):	765
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Driving Modes:	N/A
Unladen Weight-EU (kg):	2,585
Colours:	6
NCAP Safety Rating:	Five-Star

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Top Reasons To Buy An Electric Vehicle (EV)

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Never have the reasons to buy an electric car been more compelling, than today. The past decade has witnessed a significant maturity of all types of electric vehicles (EVs), to include, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). A BEV, also known as a pure electric car, is propelled using energy stored in an EV battery via an electric motor. While a PHEV uses ‘hybrid technology’, to include, an internal combustion engine (ICE) and an electric motor, to propel the vehicle.

One of the primary differences between a BEV and a PHEV, is that, a pure electric car, like the best-selling Tesla Model 3, has a much longer zero-tailpipe emission electric range, compared to a plug-in hybrid electric car, like the Toyota Prius PHEV. The reason is simple: a BEV has a much larger onboard EV battery. In general, the latest BEVs have a zero-emission range between 150 to 600 km on a single charge, while PHEVs average between 50-75 km. Given the significant increase in electric range, improvement in EV charging infrastructure and attractive government grants, BEVs are fast becoming the preferred type of electric vehicle to own!

In India, we have also witnessed an increase in the availability of pure electric cars. Some of these include: the all-electric BMW i7, the all-electric Kia EV6, the all-electric BMW iX, the all-electric BYD ATTO 3 and many more! Expect this momentum to increase significantly, as more EV automotive manufacturers cast an eye on the Indian automotive market!

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Top Reasons To Buy An Electric Vehicle (EV)
Lower tailpipe emissions and lower air pollution i.e. improves air quality in the immediate area. A pure electric car (BEV) has zero-tailpipe emissions!
Significantly cheaper to recharge a full EV battery, compared to filling a full tank of petrol/ diesel.
Cheaper to drive per km, compared to an internal combustion engine petrol/ diesel car.
Lower maintenance costs, compared to aninternal combustion engine petrol/ diesel car. Pure electric cars have fewer moving parts, so less can go wrong!
Lower noise pollution,compared to aninternal combustion engine petrol/ diesel car. Noise pollution is as detrimental on health, as air pollution!
A vast range of fantastic EV available on sale, for all budgets and aspirations. EVs have come a long way since the introduction of the first generation all-electric Nissan Leaf in 2010.
Attractive government subsidies to support the uptake of electric cars. Take advantage while still available.
Lower life-cycle emissions compared to conventional petrol and diesel cars. EVs are far better for the environment!

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