Alright... This has been exactly 1 month and 800 miles since I got the current IX (2nd one) for those who are following: This is my 3rd BMW EV. And the 4th BMW EV I spent a lot of time in. IMO BMW makes the best EVs. Come at me bro.
Here is my verdict.
Positives:
1. I really like the way this car drives. It is probably the best riding/handling SUV that's out there. Only the Macan came close.
2. Car is averaging about 2.7miles per KW. Which is decent
3. I have had 0 quality issues on this car. Unlike some paint issues caused by the PDI of the prior dealer
4. This car had 0 issues from any other part of the vehicle.
5. The stereo is excellent
6. The tech is excellent. I am no longer using a key, the car is very good at estimating range, the tech is adaptive and intuitive. I.E it remembers which days I go where and suggests them in the nav... I could write a lot more here. But don't want to bore anyone.
7. I actually think it's one of the best looking EVs and a pretty good looking SUV. Yea, beauty is in the eye of the beholder but it really grew on me over time and I now really don't mind it at all. It is a very unique vehicle in the current config and doesn't get lost in a parking lot etc.
8. Given the size of the battery and the range, I only charge about once a week at home. I haven't set a foot in a gas station in 3 months.
A huge convenience.
Negatives:
1. The suspension is a bit too firm IMO.
2. The summer tires are about 5% less efficient than the no seasons
3. The black interior color wasn't my first choice and is a bit plain looking
4. I do wish the trunk was a bit bigger and it had a frunk. I hate having smelly ass take out in the car. That's
and it smells up the interior.
5. Parts costs are completely insane in typical bmw fashion... I looked up a windshield replacement cost... $4000!!!!
It's multiples of what it should be..
Overall I am actually finally HAPPY with the current garage. The taco is the "fun" weekend car that is also utilitarian, I have no need for a 3rd car as this thing is both a commuter and a family car at once.