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On paper, the BMW iX M60 is the ultimate performance-luxury SUV, but does that bear out in the real world? Glenn Butler finds out. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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What we love<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/div>\n\n- Incredible straight-line performance<\/li>\n
- Futuristic and functional interior<\/li>\n
- Infotainment is next level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nWhat we don\u2019t<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/div>\n\n- Boot is small for such a large car<\/li>\n
- So much power means poor energy performance<\/li>\n
- ‘Gesture controls’ are a gimmick\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
How much does the BMW iX M60 cost in Australia?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\nWhat is 2.3 seconds of your life worth to you? Does $87,000 sound about right?\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nIf so, then the 2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong> five-door luxury electric SUV is what you need. You\u2019ll also need at least $222,900<\/strong> to park one in your driveway, plus on-road costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThis luxuriously appointed and extremely potent electric SUV hits 100km\/h from standstill in a ridiculous 3.8 seconds<\/strong>.\u00a0That is phenomenal for a vehicle weighing the same as two Toyota Corollas.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nThe BMW iX M60 is the first BMW M vehicle designed as an EV from the ground up. It’s also the fastest electric luxury SUV Australian money can buy right now. This makes it something of a groundbreaker, not just a ground-shaker.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nThe BMW iX M60 is the third \u2013 and most potent \u2013 of the iX SUV range<\/a> that kicks off with the more mundane iX xDrive40 ($141,900 plus on-road costs).\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nAll iX SUVs are all-wheel drive, and all are electric, but the potency of the front and rear electric motors differ as you step up the price range, as does battery capacity.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/p>\nThe iX xDrive40 is priced from $135,900 plus on-road costs. Its front and rear motors combine for 240kW of power and 630Nm of torque. This is paired with a 77kWh battery pack (71kWh of which is useable) that BMW claims is good for 420km of driving range.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nThe $169,900 (plus on-road costs) iX xDrive50 steps up the electric outputs to 385kW and 765Nm and has a larger 111kWh battery (105kWh useable). BMW claims the iX xDrive50 will cover between 550km and 630km between charges. It will also leap to 100km\/h in 4.6 seconds, which is not hanging around by anyone\u2019s standards.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nBut for some that\u2019s just not fast enough, hence the BMW iX M60.\u00a0The flagship iX M60 \u00fcber mover has a combined 455kW<\/strong> and 1015Nm<\/strong>, which lowers the 0\u2013100km\/h time to 3.8 seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nTo put that in perspective, that\u2019s four-tenths faster than the standard Porsche 911 (priced from $259,100 plus on-road costs), and the $223K BMW will do it while carrying four adults in comfort. And their luggage.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nNow, of course, the BMW iX M60 doesn\u2019t just give you 2.3 seconds of your life back for that extra $87,000. The iX M60 is loaded with trappings that owners of lesser siblings won\u2019t get to enjoy.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nFirst off, it inherits all the iX xDrive50\u2019s goodies, including fully electric leather seats, panoramic glass sunroof that goes from clear to frosted at the touch of a button, adaptive air suspension, soft-close doors, and laser headlights.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\n\nGet a great deal today<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n\nInterested in this car? Provide your details and we’ll connect you to a member of the Drive team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe iX M60 also gains unique 22-inch alloy wheels, dark blue metallic brake callipers, individual tyre pressure monitors, and a thumping 30-speaker Bowers and Wilkins Diamond surround-sound system.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nOur iX M60 also came with the $3500 Comfort Package, which not only heats the front and rear seats, but also heats the centre console lid and door armrests. All of which are a really nice touch.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nSo, for $87,000, you get 2.3 seconds of your life back and<\/em> a warm backside and arms!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey details<\/strong><\/td>\n2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPrice<\/td>\n $222,900 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nColour of test car<\/td>\n Storm Bay Metallic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nOptions<\/td>\n Comfort Package \u2013 $3500
– Heat Comfort package
– Active seat ventilation
– Heated steering wheel
Metallic paint \u2013 $2600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nPrice as tested<\/td>\n $229,000 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRivals<\/td>\n Audi E-Tron S<\/a> | Mercedes EQS SUV<\/a> | Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
What we don\u2019t<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/div>\n\n- Boot is small for such a large car<\/li>\n
- So much power means poor energy performance<\/li>\n
- ‘Gesture controls’ are a gimmick\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
How much does the BMW iX M60 cost in Australia?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\nWhat is 2.3 seconds of your life worth to you? Does $87,000 sound about right?\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nIf so, then the 2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong> five-door luxury electric SUV is what you need. You\u2019ll also need at least $222,900<\/strong> to park one in your driveway, plus on-road costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThis luxuriously appointed and extremely potent electric SUV hits 100km\/h from standstill in a ridiculous 3.8 seconds<\/strong>.\u00a0That is phenomenal for a vehicle weighing the same as two Toyota Corollas.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nThe BMW iX M60 is the first BMW M vehicle designed as an EV from the ground up. It’s also the fastest electric luxury SUV Australian money can buy right now. This makes it something of a groundbreaker, not just a ground-shaker.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe BMW iX M60 is the third \u2013 and most potent \u2013 of the iX SUV range<\/a> that kicks off with the more mundane iX xDrive40 ($141,900 plus on-road costs).\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nAll iX SUVs are all-wheel drive, and all are electric, but the potency of the front and rear electric motors differ as you step up the price range, as does battery capacity.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nThe iX xDrive40 is priced from $135,900 plus on-road costs. Its front and rear motors combine for 240kW of power and 630Nm of torque. This is paired with a 77kWh battery pack (71kWh of which is useable) that BMW claims is good for 420km of driving range.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nThe $169,900 (plus on-road costs) iX xDrive50 steps up the electric outputs to 385kW and 765Nm and has a larger 111kWh battery (105kWh useable). BMW claims the iX xDrive50 will cover between 550km and 630km between charges. It will also leap to 100km\/h in 4.6 seconds, which is not hanging around by anyone\u2019s standards.\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nBut for some that\u2019s just not fast enough, hence the BMW iX M60.\u00a0The flagship iX M60 \u00fcber mover has a combined 455kW<\/strong> and 1015Nm<\/strong>, which lowers the 0\u2013100km\/h time to 3.8 seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nTo put that in perspective, that\u2019s four-tenths faster than the standard Porsche 911 (priced from $259,100 plus on-road costs), and the $223K BMW will do it while carrying four adults in comfort. And their luggage.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nNow, of course, the BMW iX M60 doesn\u2019t just give you 2.3 seconds of your life back for that extra $87,000. The iX M60 is loaded with trappings that owners of lesser siblings won\u2019t get to enjoy.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nFirst off, it inherits all the iX xDrive50\u2019s goodies, including fully electric leather seats, panoramic glass sunroof that goes from clear to frosted at the touch of a button, adaptive air suspension, soft-close doors, and laser headlights.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\n\nGet a great deal today<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n\nInterested in this car? Provide your details and we’ll connect you to a member of the Drive team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe iX M60 also gains unique 22-inch alloy wheels, dark blue metallic brake callipers, individual tyre pressure monitors, and a thumping 30-speaker Bowers and Wilkins Diamond surround-sound system.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nOur iX M60 also came with the $3500 Comfort Package, which not only heats the front and rear seats, but also heats the centre console lid and door armrests. All of which are a really nice touch.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nSo, for $87,000, you get 2.3 seconds of your life back and<\/em> a warm backside and arms!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey details<\/strong><\/td>\n2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPrice<\/td>\n $222,900 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nColour of test car<\/td>\n Storm Bay Metallic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nOptions<\/td>\n Comfort Package \u2013 $3500
– Heat Comfort package
– Active seat ventilation
– Heated steering wheel
Metallic paint \u2013 $2600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nPrice as tested<\/td>\n $229,000 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRivals<\/td>\n Audi E-Tron S<\/a> | Mercedes EQS SUV<\/a> | Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How much does the BMW iX M60 cost in Australia?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\nWhat is 2.3 seconds of your life worth to you? Does $87,000 sound about right?\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nIf so, then the 2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong> five-door luxury electric SUV is what you need. You\u2019ll also need at least $222,900<\/strong> to park one in your driveway, plus on-road costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThis luxuriously appointed and extremely potent electric SUV hits 100km\/h from standstill in a ridiculous 3.8 seconds<\/strong>.\u00a0That is phenomenal for a vehicle weighing the same as two Toyota Corollas.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nThe BMW iX M60 is the first BMW M vehicle designed as an EV from the ground up. It’s also the fastest electric luxury SUV Australian money can buy right now. This makes it something of a groundbreaker, not just a ground-shaker.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe BMW iX M60 is the third \u2013 and most potent \u2013 of the iX SUV range<\/a> that kicks off with the more mundane iX xDrive40 ($141,900 plus on-road costs).\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nAll iX SUVs are all-wheel drive, and all are electric, but the potency of the front and rear electric motors differ as you step up the price range, as does battery capacity.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nThe iX xDrive40 is priced from $135,900 plus on-road costs. Its front and rear motors combine for 240kW of power and 630Nm of torque. This is paired with a 77kWh battery pack (71kWh of which is useable) that BMW claims is good for 420km of driving range.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe $169,900 (plus on-road costs) iX xDrive50 steps up the electric outputs to 385kW and 765Nm and has a larger 111kWh battery (105kWh useable). BMW claims the iX xDrive50 will cover between 550km and 630km between charges. It will also leap to 100km\/h in 4.6 seconds, which is not hanging around by anyone\u2019s standards.\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nBut for some that\u2019s just not fast enough, hence the BMW iX M60.\u00a0The flagship iX M60 \u00fcber mover has a combined 455kW<\/strong> and 1015Nm<\/strong>, which lowers the 0\u2013100km\/h time to 3.8 seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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\n<\/p>\nTo put that in perspective, that\u2019s four-tenths faster than the standard Porsche 911 (priced from $259,100 plus on-road costs), and the $223K BMW will do it while carrying four adults in comfort. And their luggage.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nNow, of course, the BMW iX M60 doesn\u2019t just give you 2.3 seconds of your life back for that extra $87,000. The iX M60 is loaded with trappings that owners of lesser siblings won\u2019t get to enjoy.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nFirst off, it inherits all the iX xDrive50\u2019s goodies, including fully electric leather seats, panoramic glass sunroof that goes from clear to frosted at the touch of a button, adaptive air suspension, soft-close doors, and laser headlights.\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
\n\nGet a great deal today<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n\nInterested in this car? Provide your details and we’ll connect you to a member of the Drive team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nThe iX M60 also gains unique 22-inch alloy wheels, dark blue metallic brake callipers, individual tyre pressure monitors, and a thumping 30-speaker Bowers and Wilkins Diamond surround-sound system.\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/p>\nOur iX M60 also came with the $3500 Comfort Package, which not only heats the front and rear seats, but also heats the centre console lid and door armrests. All of which are a really nice touch.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nSo, for $87,000, you get 2.3 seconds of your life back and<\/em> a warm backside and arms!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey details<\/strong><\/td>\n2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPrice<\/td>\n $222,900 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nColour of test car<\/td>\n Storm Bay Metallic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nOptions<\/td>\n Comfort Package \u2013 $3500
– Heat Comfort package
– Active seat ventilation
– Heated steering wheel
Metallic paint \u2013 $2600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nPrice as tested<\/td>\n $229,000 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRivals<\/td>\n Audi E-Tron S<\/a> | Mercedes EQS SUV<\/a> | Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
What is 2.3 seconds of your life worth to you? Does $87,000 sound about right?\u00a0<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n
If so, then the 2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong> five-door luxury electric SUV is what you need. You\u2019ll also need at least $222,900<\/strong> to park one in your driveway, plus on-road costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n This luxuriously appointed and extremely potent electric SUV hits 100km\/h from standstill in a ridiculous 3.8 seconds<\/strong>.\u00a0That is phenomenal for a vehicle weighing the same as two Toyota Corollas.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n The BMW iX M60 is the first BMW M vehicle designed as an EV from the ground up. It’s also the fastest electric luxury SUV Australian money can buy right now. This makes it something of a groundbreaker, not just a ground-shaker.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n The BMW iX M60 is the third \u2013 and most potent \u2013 of the iX SUV range<\/a> that kicks off with the more mundane iX xDrive40 ($141,900 plus on-road costs).\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n All iX SUVs are all-wheel drive, and all are electric, but the potency of the front and rear electric motors differ as you step up the price range, as does battery capacity.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n The iX xDrive40 is priced from $135,900 plus on-road costs. Its front and rear motors combine for 240kW of power and 630Nm of torque. This is paired with a 77kWh battery pack (71kWh of which is useable) that BMW claims is good for 420km of driving range.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n The $169,900 (plus on-road costs) iX xDrive50 steps up the electric outputs to 385kW and 765Nm and has a larger 111kWh battery (105kWh useable). BMW claims the iX xDrive50 will cover between 550km and 630km between charges. It will also leap to 100km\/h in 4.6 seconds, which is not hanging around by anyone\u2019s standards.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n But for some that\u2019s just not fast enough, hence the BMW iX M60.\u00a0The flagship iX M60 \u00fcber mover has a combined 455kW<\/strong> and 1015Nm<\/strong>, which lowers the 0\u2013100km\/h time to 3.8 seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n To put that in perspective, that\u2019s four-tenths faster than the standard Porsche 911 (priced from $259,100 plus on-road costs), and the $223K BMW will do it while carrying four adults in comfort. And their luggage.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n Now, of course, the BMW iX M60 doesn\u2019t just give you 2.3 seconds of your life back for that extra $87,000. The iX M60 is loaded with trappings that owners of lesser siblings won\u2019t get to enjoy.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n First off, it inherits all the iX xDrive50\u2019s goodies, including fully electric leather seats, panoramic glass sunroof that goes from clear to frosted at the touch of a button, adaptive air suspension, soft-close doors, and laser headlights.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n Interested in this car? Provide your details and we’ll connect you to a member of the Drive team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The iX M60 also gains unique 22-inch alloy wheels, dark blue metallic brake callipers, individual tyre pressure monitors, and a thumping 30-speaker Bowers and Wilkins Diamond surround-sound system.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n Our iX M60 also came with the $3500 Comfort Package, which not only heats the front and rear seats, but also heats the centre console lid and door armrests. All of which are a really nice touch.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n So, for $87,000, you get 2.3 seconds of your life back and<\/em> a warm backside and arms!<\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n
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\nGet a great deal today<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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\n Key details<\/strong><\/td>\n 2023 BMW iX M60<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Price<\/td>\n $222,900 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Colour of test car<\/td>\n Storm Bay Metallic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Options<\/td>\n Comfort Package \u2013 $3500
– Heat Comfort package
– Active seat ventilation
– Heated steering wheel
Metallic paint \u2013 $2600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n Price as tested<\/td>\n $229,000 plus on-road costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Rivals<\/td>\n Audi E-Tron S<\/a> | Mercedes EQS SUV<\/a> | Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n