2021 BMW iX review: is this the best electric SUV? | Auto Express

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-The iX is a brand-new BMW X5-sized electric SUV.
- The car uses BMW's fifth-generation electric motors producing 516 brake horsepower, which is more powerful than the latest BMW M3.
- The iX is the first car on BMW's bespoke scalable EV architecture.
- The styling is unconventional and distinctive.
- The interior is unique, light, and airy, with good visibility.
- It weighs well over two tons.
- The IX has decent space in the back for six-foot passengers.
- With 500 liters of boot capacity, it is more than 20% smaller than the X5.
- The car is smooth, supple, tightly controlled, and manages to smother bumps, giving an incredibly high-quality ride.
- It is whisper quiet.
- It comes with Iconic Sounds that add extra character to the car.
- Its limited top speed is 124 mph.
- Steering is lifeless but accurate.
- It has various regeneration settings, which can make driving on a country road entertaining.
- The cabin is refined with crystal clear displays and Bowers & Wilkins hi-fi.
- There is an indicated range of 170 miles with 49% battery remaining after a 154-mile drive, in addition to 195kW rapid charging, where 90 miles can be added in just 10 minutes.
- It has a new architecture.
- The iX is very compelling with strong range, a quality interior, and blistering pace.
- Hexagonal arrangements with the dials are much less clear.
- At £92,000, it does not come cheap.

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