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Missing iX optional equipment? E.g. Sport seats
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does anyone understand why iX and especially M60 cannot be ordered with 1. round, proper steering wheel, like e.g. i4 M50 2. sports or M-Sport seats? 3. Night vision I was really surprised that a car which has a M-Performance badge do not have these equipment options at all? I have had these features in multiple BMWs now, also on latest G05. Do I need to order P*rsche or A*di to be able to spec proper seats? |
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BMW hasn't offered Night Vision (which I have and love) on any model since 2020 in the US, and I don't expect it will in the future. Can't speak to BMW's corporate thinking on other options, but excluding options is common on any of their models, even similar models. Aftermarket is always a costly possibility. What baffles me most about some of their builds is excluding options because of a particular color of paint on otherwise identical cars.
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The steering wheel shape is directly tied to the design and operating philosophy of the curved displays, and also to aid in eventual level 3 autonomous driving (according to BMW press materials).
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Maybe iX sells well enough without real M-Sports equipment, but I'm honestly not impressed about adding the M-Sports badge to this model. Do you guys know who to contact at BMW HQ or where to give customer feedback?
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They also seem to add more options as time passes. My guess is model year 1.5 or 2 they will have all kinds of things not available at launch. New colors, seats, etc..
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iX steering wheel shape is really cool to drive. Viewing it from videos and experiencing is really different I can say.
This is a kind of design language used in iX series and same for the seats. Seats are already looking sportive and different than any other previous versions. Maybe in the future there can be some alternatives, I don’t know, but this is already a new design. Regarding the options like night vision etc., I may agree a bit about the negative comments. However, cameras are also practical and easy to see during dark weather, especially with the panoramic views (which really makes it easy to see), of course without any thermal signature etc. In my opinion, the iX should be considered as a complete experience and I strongly suggest a long test drive. |
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Maybe I need to wait for next X5 to get all necessary accessories. I'm just afraid the night vision might be gone, but luckily Audi has it still. M60 would be a great deal, but I'll wait if it could be specced with proper seats and steering wheel. The non-round streering wheel is not an option if you want to drive a bit sideways on icy roads that we have here for 5 months per year. I have made a test drive with iX 40, I didn't like the suspension compared to current X5 air suspension, but still waiting to do proper long test drive with 50 or M60. Actually i4 was a better package, other than the noise isolation and missing B&W audio.
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I disagree that the shape of the wheel would be problematic for doing some slides. It is round enough that you would not be messing up because of it. Sure it won't be as good as a truly round wheel, but not really a problem IMHO.
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In fact, I can feel the sport performance on a highway, when pressing the pedal even only with 40% and I can also feel that vehicle is lowering down on higher speeds. I never had an X5, but had chance to test iX40 and iX50 for couple of days. Even the suspension on iX40 was very pleasant. These issues again can depend on expectations. At the end, my choice was iX50 with air suspension. In general, being able to drive with comfort, and when necessary, having the opportunity for a sporty performance is always my preference. I don’t want to repeat too much but non-round steering wheel is one of my favorite features on this car. |
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BMW wants you to keep your hands at 9 and 3 at all times. They don't even want you to shuffle steer, according to their M driving instructors. I've got a video somewhere of an instructor explaining how to drift and he almost exclusively has his hands at 9 and 3 without even thinking about it.
From that perspective the fact that the wheel isn't round shouldn't matter. In reality, people often don't drive that way so it could be an annoyance to some. Although if the point is that it defeats sportiness, well take it from the M school instructors, it shouldn't. I think the i4 gets a pass because it is basically on the G series platform and has the matching wheel. What's interesting though is they complain the round wheel blocks the instrument cluster, and you can see the gauges match the shape of the iX wheel! |
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The net result sucks for us as they really shouldn't have this restriction but I can understand why it might be the case. I wonder if people who wrap their cars using different colors have any issues... |
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I have a feeling the Germans are dropping features to keep costs down to compete with Tesla. Also note the lack of a proper center console, the lack of a full leather option, the lack of rear and side sunshades, the lack of a proper overhead sunshade, the cheap scratchy plastic at the bottom of the doors. This car looks and feels pretty minimalist to say a fully loaded X7. I just watched this video, and I wish the IX interior was this rich.
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Either way, after my iX40 drive was over, I was happy to get back into my loaded X5 40i, far more comfortable and many more useful conveniences. I'll probably get a MY next I think - if I'm gonna go spartan, why pay a BMW premium? Then I'll either return to the fold for the NK BEV X5 or go for the BEV RRS. |
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Tesla Model X is already more expensive than iX. And I think iX's main competitor is EQE SUV and e-tron. The open centre console is definitely not a cost cutting measure. It is by design, and it probably costs them more in the re-design to clear everything out. And the large electrochromic sunroof definitely costs more than the traditional overhead sunshade. Other features like panel heating, front and rear camera cleaning etc don't sound like cost cutting to me. The interior of iX reflects BMW's new design philosophy for its EV. 7 series and X7 would always be more luxurious to justify their price premium. I think iX's interior is one of the best as is, and I am not missing anything from my current X5. Last edited by nosnoop; 04-13-2022 at 02:41 AM.. |
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An I know iX is not meant to be an ice drifting machine, but if I need to do it with my X5 why not
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