DecodedCarsBMW iX
5 model years from 2022 to 2026, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2022–2026
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Latest engines
- Electric
- EV range
- up to 364 mi
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 12 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2023 (38)
- Fewest problems
- 2022
- Interest
- 6,004 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 iX in brief
The 2026 BMW iX is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,688 lb (M70 Xdrive Series).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 364 miles and takes about 10 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
The BMW iX has 5 model years in our data, from 2022 to 2026.
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system (32), unknown or other (20), vehicle speed control (17).
Buying used? 2024 has the fewest problems in our data.
2023 has the most recalls (12); all years together count 12 campaigns and 120 owner complaints.
How the 2022 iX compares
The 2022 BMW iX is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,862 lb (M60 Series).
About the BMW iX
The BMW iX is a battery-electric mid-size luxury crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the German automobile manufacturer BMW. It was unveiled in concept form as the Vision iNext at the 2018 LA Auto Show, and then in its production form in November 2020. The iX is BMW's second fully electric vehicle after the i3 in 2013, and the fourth BMW i sub-brand model.
From the Wikipedia article "BMW iX", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2026 iX pros & cons
Full 2026 details →What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 364 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Strong performanceUp to 536 hp, versus about 393 hp for similar 2026 models.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Best and worst years to buy used
2024 iX
34 owner complaints · 4 recalls · 2 fire reports · 13 crash reports
None of the 3 model years we compared stands out for complaints or recalls.
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 3 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
iX changes by model year
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 5 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Electric | 364 mi | 194.9 in | 5,688 lb | Not rated | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | Electric | 309 mi | 194.9 in | 5,862 lb | Not rated | 1 | 13 |
| 2024 | Electric | 307 mi | 194.9 in | 5,862 lb | Not rated | 4 | 34 |
| 2023 | Electric | 324 mi | 194.9 in | 5,862 lb | Not rated | 12 | 38 |
| 2022 | Electric | 324 mi | 194.9 in | 5,862 lb | Not rated | 11 | 32 |
Alternatives to the 2026 iX
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →