The BMW iX is the brand’s large electric SUV, available since late 2021 and refreshed in 2025. It originally cost £69,905–£111,905 when new, but depreciation has been steep: a 2022 xDrive40 now asks around £31,000. It is consequently among the least expensive routes into a large, refined luxury EV. This guide explains the versions, their range differences, recalls, insurance, warranty and likely prices. There’s a print-out checklist at the end.
- Best value: a 2022–2023 xDrive40 at about £31,000, under half its £69,905 launch price.
- Doing long trips? The xDrive50 offers a substantially larger battery (380 miles official against 257) for about £10,000 more used.
- Get an insurance quote first: owners describe insurers refusing to renew their iX policies.
- Check before you buy: the battery cell-module recalls and the airbag-warning software recall are done.
Which iX are you looking at?
Every iX has four-wheel drive, using an electric motor on each axle. Three versions formed the 2021–2025 line-up:
| Version | Power | Battery (usable) | Official range | Launch price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40 | 322 hp | 71 kWh | 257 miles | £69,905 |
| xDrive50 | 516 hp | 105.2 kWh | 380 miles | £91,905 |
| M60 | 610 hp | 105.2 kWh | 348 miles | £111,905 |
Sport and M Sport trims were offered for xDrive40 and xDrive50, with the M60 arriving in summer 2022. The 2025 facelift replaced these with the xDrive45 (a 94.8 kWh battery and up to 367 miles), xDrive60 and M70, accounting for most nearly-new examples advertised. Find full specifications on the BMW iX page.
Realistic range
Our estimate for a typical car of each version, from the same battery-ageing model as the rest of EVcarsguide:
| Car | Summer | Year-round | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 xDrive40 | 200 miles | 176 miles | 148 miles |
| 2022 xDrive50 | 295 miles | 260 miles | 219 miles |
| 2023 M60 | 276 miles | 242 miles | 204 miles |
| 2025 xDrive45 | 304 miles | 268 miles | 225 miles |
Drivers of the xDrive40 describe around 170–230 miles in everyday use, falling in cold winter conditions, broadly matching these figures. Meanwhile, xDrive50 owners report matching or exceeding the official range in summer. For long-distance journeys, the xDrive50 is the preferred choice.
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Charging
For home charging, every iX accepts up to 11 kW. BMW quotes rapid-charging capability of up to 150 kW for the xDrive40 and 195 kW for xDrive50 and M60 models. Owners consider rapid charging quick and reliable. Some find that charging schedules reset following each session, an important consideration when using a smart tariff.
The battery and warranty
BMW covers the battery for 8 years or 100,000 miles from first registration, meaning all 2021–2025 examples retain battery cover:
- Registered 2021: battery covered to 2029, or 100,000 miles if sooner.
- Registered 2022: battery covered to 2030, or 100,000 miles if sooner.
- Registered 2023: battery covered to 2031, or 100,000 miles if sooner.
- Registered 2024: battery covered to 2032, or 100,000 miles if sooner.
Long-term owners describe minimal battery wear, with one reporting 3% after two and a half years. Before buying, request a battery-health reading from a BMW dealer.
Recalls
- Battery cell modules (R/2022/330, 2022): 211 iX and i4 cars built July 2021 to August 2022, where a damaged cell could short; BMW told owners not to charge or drive until the modules were replaced. Smaller battery recalls followed: R/2025/274 (13 cars) and R/2023/133 (a cell-supervision circuit, 28 cars across iX, iX3 and i4).
- Airbag warning software (R/2022/149 and R/2022/282): iX and 2 Series Active Tourer examples built February 2021 to June 2022 (3,023 and 4,313 cars across both models) could fail to display an airbag-fault warning. Software resolves this.
- Charging unit (R/2023/235): 27 mid-2022 examples have a potentially damaged charging unit, replaced.
- Tailgate (R/2021/428): 193 early examples could have tailgate struts unable to keep it open.
Check the specific car on GOV.UK’s recall checker and request a printed recall history from a BMW dealer.
Insurance
Several forum contributors describe insurers declining to renew iX policies or substantially increasing quotes, citing the expense of repairing or writing off a damaged battery. Owners obtained cover from specialist brokers and BMW’s own insurance. Obtain a quote before committing to a car.
What owners report
Owners appreciate the comfort and quietness, particularly with air suspension, spacious cabin and generous standard specification. Long-term drivers also describe few faults. Other complaints include:
- Tyres: some owners describe rapid wear on original tyres; inspect the tread.
- Ride and size: steel suspension gives a firm ride, the turning circle is wide without rear-wheel steering, and boot space is limited for the size.
- Faults (a minority): air-suspension, sensor and seat problems, compounded by high BMW labour charges outside warranty.
Safety
Euro NCAP gave the iX five stars in December 2021.
What to pay
Used iXs are mostly 2022–2023 xDrive40s.
| Cars | Share of adverts | Median asking | Typical range | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40, 2021 | 1% | £29,995 | £26,395–£32,215 | 32,000 |
| xDrive40, 2022 | 30% | £30,964 | £26,991–£34,378 | 37,940 |
| xDrive40, 2023 | 14% | £31,200 | £27,849–£34,945 | 34,488 |
| xDrive40, 2024 | 2% | £35,468 | £30,148–£40,482 | 24,172 |
| xDrive50, 2022 | 3% | £39,990 | £28,559–£44,470 | 36,978 |
| xDrive50, 2023 | 8% | £42,490 | £34,630–£45,916 | 33,089 |
| xDrive50, 2024 | 2% | £47,725 | £41,121–£51,379 | 16,870 |
| xDrive50, 2025 | 1% | £52,614 | £49,299–£55,172 | 11,067 |
| M60, 2023 | 2% | £49,999 | £41,989–£52,899 | 36,699 |
| xDrive45, 2025 | 7% | £52,595 | £51,622–£57,950 | 7,500 |
| xDrive45, 2026 | 18% | £59,000 | £54,998–£71,900 | 4,320 |
| xDrive60, 2025 | 4% | £61,950 | £59,407–£66,150 | 7,984 |
| xDrive60, 2026 | 6% | £65,845 | £61,334–£82,300 | 4,567 |
Treat these as asking prices rather than valuations. Mileage closely determines price within each version; 2025 xDrive50s are late examples sold before the update. The facelift gave the cheapest version a larger battery, meaning a nearly-new xDrive45 offers more range than an xDrive40, for around £20,000 more.
Questions to ask the seller
- Which version and trim, and does it have air suspension and rear-wheel steering?
- Have all recalls been done, including the battery ones?
- When were the tyres last replaced?
- Is the BMW service history complete, and was it a company or lease car?
The print-out checklist
Take this checklist along. It covers checks specific to the iX; our general used EV buyer’s guide covers the checks relevant to every used electric car.
Alternatives worth a look
- Audi Q8 e-tron: a similar-sized luxury EV, cheaper used. Read our used Q8 e-tron guide.
- BMW iX3: smaller, cheaper and rear-wheel drive. Read our used iX3 guide.
- Tesla Model Y: faster charging infrastructure, less luxury. Read our used Model Y guide.
- Polestar 4 and Kia EV6: see our used Polestar 4 and used EV6 guides.
Unsure whether it meets your driving needs? The EV Matchmaker matches the car against your own week, while the Used EV Finder shows the alternatives available within your budget.
Sources & further reading
- BMW UK – The first ever BMW iX (UK prices and specification, 2021)
- BMW UK – The new BMW iX M60 (2022)
- BMW Group – iX five-star Euro NCAP rating (2021)
- BMW UK – iX technical data
- GOV.UK – Check if a vehicle has been recalled
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