Last modified: Mar 3, 2024

BMW iX xDrive40

BMW iX xDrive40 is an all-electric luxury SUV with a WLTP range of up to 425 km (264 miles). EVKX.net has all the details.

BMW iX xDrive40

We have separated our BMW iX xDrive40 article into sections. If you want to wait to read the full article, click the links below to the different areas. We also have an overview of the full specifications, an image gallery, detailed information about charging performance, and some online reviews. Our sections:

Performance

The BMW iX xDrive40 has a maximum power of 240 KW (326 hp/322 bhp). The total torque is 630 nm (465 ft-lb). It performs the 0-100km/h sprint (0-62mph) in 6.1 seconds. The top speed is 200 km/h.

Battery, range, and charging

The battery has a gross capacity of 76,6kWh and a net capacity of 71kWh, meaning you have a 5,6kWh buffer for protection. (7.3%).

The WLTP range varies from 425 to 372 km (264-231 mi), depending on car options. Bigger wheels are an example of an equipment option that increases consumption and reduces the electric range. The consumption is between 16.7kWh/100km for the basic version and 19.1kWh/100km for the top trim version for the WLTP standard test. For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listing on this model’s range and consumption page.

The maximum DC charging speed is kW. A full charge from 0 - 100% would take 61 minutes, while a more common scenario of 10-80% would take 34 minutes. If you assume you lose 5 minutes driving per charge stop in addition to the charge time, the optimum charge area is from 1% to 42%, resulting in an actual charge speed, including time loss, of 93kW. Each charge session would take 19 minutes and 43 seconds.

For the theoretical 1000km challenge, starting with a full battery and driving at 120km/h (75 mph), assuming optimal driving conditions and consumption of 24kWh/100km, 1000km will take 10 hours and 9 minutes. This trip will require six charge session(s) charging from 1% to 41%. The total time lost for charging up the battery will be 110 minutes.

Onboard charger

For level 1 and level 2 AC charging, the onboard charger supports up to 11 KW charging. As a result, you can charge the battery 0-100% from home in about 6 hours and 27 minutes.

Charge port

The location of the charge port is on the right rear side. This location makes it easy to use charge stations where you need to back up into the charger. The connector types vary between the different markets. This model uses CCS Combo 1 for North America and for Europe, CCS Combo 2. See full specifications for all markets.

Drivetrain

BMW iX xDrive40 has an all-wheel drive system supported by two motors, one on each axle. The motor(s) used are Wound-Rotor Synchronous Motors.

The Standard suspension has steel springs with a fixed height, but you can adjust damping to fit your driving style or road condition. The ground clearance with this suspension is 202 mm.

You can order BMW iX xDrive40 with an alternative Adaptive Air Suspension suspension. The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically. The minimum ground clearance is 193 mm, and the maximum is 223 mm.

Steering

Dynamic steering is a standard feature on the BMW iX xDrive40. Dynamic steering varies the steering ratio as a function of driving speed. In addition, rear-wheel steering is available as a standard feature. Rear wheel steering reduces the turning circle when going slow.

Brakes

Regenerative braking is available in several modes. The most efficient is automatic regen. In this mode, the car coasts when possible and uses regenerative braking to reduce speed. You can also enable one-pedal driving. You can choose between two stopping modes for one-pedal driving. Hold mode stops the car completely using friction brakes, and roll mode causes the vehicle to roll until it stops by itself.

Exterior

You can choose between 9 different paint colors when ordering this model.

The car has four regular doors and a liftgate. Soft close is an optional function for the side doors.

You can choose between two types of roofs on this model. The standard is just a regular roof. As an option, you can order this model with a large panoramic roof extending from the front to the rear. This glass makes the car’s interior feel more spacious and bright, which can improve the mood and comfort of the occupant. The glass has an electrochromic function that lets you blend the glass to protect against the sun.

You can order the car with tinted windows from B-pillar and back.

BMW iX xDrive40

Interior

You can choose between different types of seat materials and interior styling. The seat layout is the traditional five seats with two in front and three in the rear.

First row seats

Only one front seat type is available in the BMW iX xDrive40.

The following functionalities are available on the standard seat.

You can choose from 7 different materials/colors for this seat type.

BMW iX xDrive40

Second-row seat

The second row has a standard three-seat bench with a 40:20:40 split where you can fold each section separately to increase the cargo space. In addition, the following functionalities are available.

  • heating (optional)
  • integrated headrest

BMW iX xDrive40

There is only one type of steering wheel available. The stock steering wheel is heated, and you can control the audio system with buttons on the steering wheel.

Climate system

You can choose from two different climate systems. The standard climate system supports different temperatures in two zones for the driver and passenger. The comfort climate system supports different temperatures in four zones for the driver, passenger, and two separate passengers in the back seat.

Comfort

BMW iX xDrive40 has several features to make your life as a driver or passenger more comfortable.

Keyless entry allows access to the car without needing to find the key. As long you bring it with you, the doors open.

Keyless go makes it possible to start the car without using the key.

The steering wheel is electrically adjustable.

You have wireless charging for your phone.

User interface and control

The BMW iX xDrive40 has twin screens on a shared frame mounted with brackets on the dashboard. Behind the steering wheel is a digital instrument cluster, and on the right part, there is an infotainment screen. The screen behind the steering wheel on the left of the frame is 12.3 inches large and has a 1920 x 720 pixels resolution. The touch screen at the right part of the shared frame is 14.9 inches large and has a 2880 x 1080 pixels resolution. A head-up display is an optional system that presents speed and other important driver information in front of the driver on the windshield.

BMW iX xDrive40

Infotainment

You can choose between two sound systems on the BMW iX xDrive40. With the Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, you get 18 speakers with a max system output of 655 watts. With the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system, you get 30 speakers with a max system output of 1615 watts.

In addition, with the standard in-car navigation system, you get the help you need to find your destination. Furthermore, the BMW iX xDrive40 supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This functionality allows you to present your phone’s screen in the car’s screen so you can run apps like Google Maps or Waze.

The model has 6 USB-C connections as standard.

Lights

You can choose between two types of headlights for the BMW iX xDrive40. The standard headlights use LED technology. Headlights based on LED Matrix with Laser technology are available as an option. LED Matrix is an adaptive system that splits the traditional single headlight beam into dozens of smaller rays that the light controller can turn on and off individually to un-light small areas in front. In addition, the standard taillights use LED technology.

Advanced driver assistance systems

The BMW iX xDrive40 has several standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for better safety and comfort.

Safety systems

The BMW iX xDrive40 has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) as a standard system. This system helps to prevent a vehicle’s wheels from locking up during braking.

The BMW iX xDrive40 has an Electronic Stability Control as a standard system designed to improve a vehicle’s stability and handling during sudden maneuvers or slippery road conditions.

The BMW iX xDrive40 has a lane-keeping assist as a standard system. This system helps to prevent the car from getting out of its lane. In addition, it has a lane departure warning system that warns the driver if the vehicle leaves the driving lane.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert is an optional driver assist system that uses sensors to detect approaching vehicles from the side when backing out of a parking space or driveway.

Forward Collision Warning is an optional driver assist system to help drivers avoid or mitigate frontal collisions.

The BMW iX xDrive40 has automatic emergency braking as a standard system. This system helps prevent or mitigate collisions by applying the brakes autonomously if the driver fails to react to an impending collision.

Automatic emergency steering is an optional driver assist system designed to help drivers avoid collisions by automatically steering the vehicle in an emergency.

Driving Automation

The BMW iX xDrive40 offers driving automation on level 1 or 2, depending on the equipment level.

With the Driving Assistant level 1 system, you get the following driving automation features.

With the Driving Assistant Professional level 2 system, you get additional driving automation features to the ones listed above.

Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability

The cargo capacity in the trunk is 500 liters. With the rear seat down, it is 1750 liters. On the roof, you can load up to 75 kg (165.3 lbs). The maxium weight of the car is 3010 kg (6636 lbs), and with the base weight of 2365 kg (5214 lbs), you can max load 645 kg (1422 lbs), including driver and passengers. Some options can increase the base weight and reduce the maximum loading weight.

You can order the car with a towbar. The maximum total weight on a braked trailer is 2500, and on unbraked, it is 750 kg (5512/1653 lbs).

BMW iX xDrive40

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