The upcoming 2022 BMW iX electric crossover was spotted earlier this week in South Carolina. Judging by its bodykit, this is likely the Essence Shadow Line with high-gloss Shadow Line exterior ornaments in black chrome. Since BMW will initially only bring the iX xDrive50 to the U.S., we’re likely looking at that specific model. Inside, there are three levels of design to choose from: Interior Design Loft, Interior Design Suite and Interior Design Atelier. Most of the materials used from trims, fabrics and leather upholsteries are manufactured out of renewable and/or sustainable materials, but there are also two choices of pure, real leather.
The new BMW iX is now officially premiered, with prices starting from EUR 77,300 for the entry-level xDrive40 variant and going up to at least EUR 98,000 for the current xDrive50 range-topper. Together with the additional details released by BMW, we can now take a deeper look into the customization options offered for the new BMW i technology flagship.
Until the complete configurator is set-up on most websites around the world, BMW has revealed an online visualizer where we can get to spec the new iX and learn more about the trim lines, paintworks, upholstery choices and wheels.
For starters, the new BMW iX will be offered with two exterior trim package: Essence and Signature Sports Package. Both lines will be further configurable as follows: