Electric BMW iX M60 pricing revealed

The BMW iX M60, offering up to 566km range (WLTP) and priced from $238,900 (excluding on-road costs), is due mid-2022.

The EV has a high level of specification and luxury features, representing the third and most powerful variant in the BMW iX line-up coming after Q4 2021 launches of the iX xDrive 40 and iX xDrive50, with the BMW i4 M50 launching here in June. 

The BMW iX M60 develops up to 455kW of power and 1100Nm torque, accelerates from zero to 100km/h in 3.8seconds, has a 250km/h top speed, and is offered with a complimentary BMW Wallbox and access to BMW’s ChargeNow network.

The electric all-wheel drive with specific suspension tech has been developed and built with sustainability as a key focus, says BMW New Zealand, adding that suspension and body structure are geared towards combining superior ride comfort with sporty handling characteristics.

The aluminium spaceframe concept and the carbon cage with carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) in the roof, side and rear sections combine increased rigidity with optimised weight.

The BMW iX M60 features a high voltage 112kWh EV battery with high energy density, BMW saying it has outstanding qualities when it comes to performance, charging and discharging behaviour, durability and safety.

The Combined Charging Unit (CCU) of the BMW iX M60 was designed for particularly flexible charging and can charge alternating current (AC) with a power of up to 11kW, while direct current (DC) can be charged at a rate of up to 200kW.

The battery charge level can be raised from 10% to 80% in around 35 minutes. In addition, range can be increased by up to 150km in 10 minutes at a DC fast-charging station starting with a 10% battery charge level.

A new generation of sensors, a new software stack and a powerful computing platform provide considerable potential for consistently advancing automated driving and parking functions.

The latest generation iDrive display and control system expands the interaction between driver and vehicle, allowing natural dialogue.

It is based on the new BMW Operating System 8 and has been designed with a clear focus on the touch function of the new BMW Curved Display and voice communication with the extensively enhanced BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.

Remote Software Upgrades will offer the possibility to install new and improved vehicle functions over-the-air via the BMW New Zealand ConnectedDrive store.

Navigation with the cloud-based BMW Maps system and augmented reality video on the control display ensure fast and precise route planning as well as traffic guidance. The BMW iX is also a pioneer in data transmission, adopting 5G capable connectivity.

New 22-inch aerodynamic alloy wheels with an exclusive Titanium Bronze design will also be available for the iX M60. 

Multifunction seats with integrated headrests, the large BMW Curved Display, hexagonal steering wheel and anthracite-coloured roof liner all feature.

The no-cost optional Suite interior includes olive leaf extract tanned natural leather seats, instrument panel, centre console and door trim surfaces, as well as Gold Bronze surfaces and controls.

Its comprehensive level of standard equipment includes BMW Live Cockpit Professional and BMW Natural Interaction, which allows functions to be operated using speech and gestures.

In addition, it will offered as standard with Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System, BMW Laserlight, Interior Applications Clear&Bold, Parking Assistant Professional, interior camera, Comfort Access and the Heat Comfort Package as an option.

Responsibly sourced resources throughout the entire value chain and maximum reduction of the CO2 footprint throughout the product life cycle are provided.

Cobalt and lithium for the high-voltage batteries is procured by the BMW Group from controlled sources in Australia and Morocco while rare earth metal use is avoided in the drive rotors and aluminium is produced using electricity from solar energy plants.

Totally green electricity is used for manufacturing the vehicles as well as for manufacturing battery cells.

Interior aspects include FSC-certified wood and other natural materials, while recycled fishing nets serve as raw material for the floor coverings and floor mats.

Eight paint finishes are available for the BMW iX M60, including five metallic options and two BMW Individual metallic options.

Visit your nearest BMW dealer for more information.