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BMW iX xDrive45 ★★★1/2☆

Available to order since January 2025


BMW iX xDrive45

New long-range variant with 94.8 kWh usable battery and upgraded DC performance.

Efficiency 202 Wh/km (EVDB combined)
Horsepower ≈ 400 hp (300 kW)
Top Speed 200 km/h
Mild Weather 559 Km 1-Stop Range
Average Conditions 490 Km 1-Stop Range
Cold Weather 439 km 1-Stop Range

Price & Regional Availability

Country/Region MSRP Order/On-Sale Notes
Germany €83,500 Since Jan 2025 On-sale
Netherlands €86,403 Since Jan 2025 On-sale
UK £75,305 Since Jan 2025 OTR incl. VAT
North America in USA Since Jan 2025 in BMW Canada & USA
South America TBD Not listed

Prices are MSRP, excluding incentives. Variations possible per region/options. Dates indicate order availability. Click a country for detailed info.

Real-World Range Estimates

Condition City Highway (110 km/h) Combined
Mild Weather (23 °C, no A/C) 675 km 435 km 535 km
Combined 470 km
Cold Weather (−10 °C, heating) 465 km 340 km 400 km

Indication of real-world range. “Cold Weather” reflects worst-case (−10 °C, heating), “Mild Weather” reflects best-case (23 °C, no A/C), “Highway” is constant 110 km/h. Actual range varies with speed, driving style, weather, and terrain.

Long Distance Suitability 3 / 5

First Leg Distance 343 km
Charging Stop 0km
Second Leg Distance 147 km
Total Distance 490 km
First Leg Duration 3h 7min
Charging Stop 15 min
Second Leg Duration 1h 20min
Total Duration 4h 42min

The ‘long distance suitability’ is a 5-star rating, based on the 1-Stop Range (distance covered with one 15-min fast-charging stop). Enables quick assessment of EV’s long-trip capability.

Battery Details

Nominal / Usable Capacity 100.0 kWh* / 94.8 kWh
Voltage / Chemistry 400 V • NCM Li-ion
Nominal Voltage 332 V
Cell Count
Thermal Management Active, with preconditioning
Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km

Charging Overview

Category Details
Home / Destination AC Charging Standard 11 kW AC OBC; Optional 22 kW OBC available in select regions (including North America). Time 0–100% appr. 8–9 h using 11 kW.
Fast DC Charging (CCS Combo 2) Up to 175 kW DC peak (avg ~115 kW DC). Usually 0–80% in ~36 min with 175 kW DC charger.
Plug & Charge Supported (ISO 15118-2/-20) for seamless charging at compatible stations.
Battery Preconditioning Supported when navigation directs to a fast-charging station; helps improve charging speed at low temps.

Performance & Drivetrain

Power / Torque 300 kW (≈ 400 hp) • 700 Nm
0–100 km/h 5.1 s
Top Speed 200 km/h
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (dual-motor)

Bidirectional Charging (V2X)

V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) No — cannot power external devices
V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) Not supported
V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Not supported
BPT (Battery Power Transfer) Not supported

Energy Consumption & Efficiency

Range * 470 km
Vehicle Consumption * 202 Wh/km
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * 2.3 l/100km

WLTP Ratings (TEL)

Range 602 km
Rated Consumption 178 Wh/km
Vehicle Consumption 157 Wh/km
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 2.0 l/100km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 1.8 l/100km

WLTP Ratings (TEH)

Range 490 km
Rated Consumption 209 Wh/km
Vehicle Consumption 193 Wh/km
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 2.3 l/100km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 2.2 l/100km

  • Rated = official manufacturer figures, includes charging losses.
  • Vehicle = calculated on-board consumption used for propulsion and systems.
  • TEL/TEH = Test Energy Low/High. Values may vary in real use.

Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 140 – 279 Wh/km

City – Cold Weather * 204 Wh/km
Highway – Cold Weather * 279 Wh/km
Combined – Cold Weather * 237 Wh/km
City – Mild Weather * 140 Wh/km
Highway – Mild Weather * 218 Wh/km
Combined – Mild Weather * 177 Wh/km

TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High. Rated vs Vehicle definitions as above. Real energy use varies with driving, weather, terrain.

Dimensions and Weight

Length 4965 mm
Width 1970 mm
Width with mirrors 2230 mm
Height 1695 mm
Wheelbase 3000 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) 2525 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 3100 kg
Max. Payload 650 kg
Cargo Volume 500 L
Cargo Volume Max 1750 L
Cargo Volume Frunk No Data
Roof Load 75 kg
Tow Hitch Possible Yes
Towing Weight Unbraked 750 kg
Towing Weight Braked 2500 kg
Vertical Load Max 100 kg

Miscellaneous

Seats 5 people
Isofix Yes, 2 seats
Turning Circle 12.8 m
Platform BMW CLAR
EV Dedicated Platform No
Car Body SUV
Segment JE – Executive
Roof Rails No
Heat pump (HP) Yes
HP Standard Equipment Yes

Stars Rating Based on 1-Stop Range ★★★/5

Weather 1-Stop Range (km)
Cold 436
Mild 559
Average 490

 

Preceding Model

Aspect iX xDrive40 iX xDrive45 Change
Usable Battery 71.0 kWh 94.8 kWh +23.8 kWh
Real Range 360 km 470 km +110 km
Max DC 148 kW 175 kW
0–100 km/h 6.1 s 5.1 s Faster
1-Stop Range 388 km 490 km +102 km

The 1-Stop Range represents the distance a vehicle can travel after a single 15-minute charging stop. To highlight the influence of temperature, this range is calculated under three identical weather conditions used in the Real-World Range benchmark. The 1-Stop Range in combined conditions is the basis for the star rating, which offers a quick and comparable measure of long-distance suitability across different vehicles. This rating helps drivers immediately see whether a car is practical for extended trips relative to its peers.

Assignment of Stars in 2025

  •  0 less than 200 km
  •  from 200 km to 325 km
  • ★★ from 325 km to 450 km
  • ★★★ from 450 km to 575 km
  • ★★★★ from 575 km to 700 km
  • ★★★★★ more than 700 km

Based on 2025 thresholds: 3 stars awarded for 490 km average. Half-stars interpolated. Vehicles with a rating between these values receive a rating based on a linear scale.

1-Stop Range Definition ⚡

The 1-Stop Range is calculated using the standardized driving profile and assumptions outlined below.

It represents the total distance covered in two trip legs, separated by a single 15-minute fast-charging session.
For vehicles without fast-charging capability, only the distance of the first leg is considered.

🚗 Driving Profile

  • Begin with a fully charged battery
  • Leg 1: Drive until the battery reaches 10% state-of-charge (SoC)
  • Perform a 15-minute fast charge
  • Leg 2: Continue driving until the battery again reaches 10% SoC

📋 Assumptions

  • Driving speed, climate, and environmental conditions are based on Real Range Highway data
  • No additional time required to initiate or stop the charging session
  • The charging station always delivers the maximum power requested by the vehicle
  • The battery is assumed to be in optimal health and condition

⚠️ Important Note : In real-world driving, it is practically impossible to replicate these conditions exactly.
This benchmark should therefore be viewed as a comparative metric, designed to evaluate vehicles under standardized conditions rather than predict exact trip distances.

 

BMW iX xDrive45 ★★★1/2☆
391 km 3h 33m 167 km 1h 31m
343 km 3h 7m 147 km 1h 20m
306 km 2h 47m 131 km 1h 11m
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