2025 BMW iX vs. Tesla Model X
The all-new BMW iX is the very first all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle built by BMW. It offers an intoxicating blend of futuristic technology, daily usability, and traditional BMW dynamics. It’s no wonder, then, that it’s a highly anticipated new arrival to the BMW line-up, and one that’s sure to draw comparisons to the Tesla Model X. While the Tesla Model X has already established itself in the fully electric luxury SUV segment, we believe the BMW iX is the superior choice for serious driving enthusiasts, for people who demand the latest and greatest in high technology, and those who demand the utmost in luxury.
2025 BMW iX vs. 2024 Tesla Model X
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| 2025 BMW iX xDrive50 | VS | 2024 Tesla Model X |
| $87,250 | Base MSRP | $79,900 |
| Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive | Drive Type | Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive |
| 516 | Horsepower | 670 |
| 4.4 seconds | 0-60 Time | 3.8 seconds |
| 309 miles | Range* | 335 miles |
| Curved Digital | Gauge Display | Digital |
| Standard Panoramic Sunroof with Electrochromic Shading | Sunroof | Not Available |
| 30-speaker Bowers & Wilkins | Audio | 22 speakers |
| Standard | Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay® | Not Available |
| 42 inches | Front Head Room | 41.7 inches |
| 61.5 inches | Front Shoulder Room | 60.7 inches |
| 39.5 inches | Second Row Head Room | 41 inches |
| 58.3 inches | Second Row Shoulder Room | 56.9 inches |
| 38.9 inches | Second Row Leg Room | 38.7 inches |
| 35.5 cubic feet | Cargo Space Behind Second Row | 37.1 cubic feet |
The first thing to notice in this comparison is the staggering performance figures for both of these all-electric vehicles. The Model X delivers over 150 more horsepower, and is nearly a half-second faster from zero to 60mph. And if the most important aspect of your drive is acceleration from 0 to 60, the 610-horsepower iX M60 hits 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds, so stepping up to the M60 can deliver truly head-snapping acceleration. But true ‘performance’ is more than just zero to 60 times. It encompasses acceleration, braking, and handling – all aspects that BMW has honed through decades of motorsport and racing experience, including recent participation in the all-electric Formula E racing series. You get none of this from Tesla, and you’ll notice it behind the wheel.
You’ll feel a difference between the two vehicles while parked as well, thanks to the better-appointed iX interior. The curved display is easier to see and to use, and is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, which have become immensely popular features for all non-Tesla manufacturers. The iX comes with audio driven by a whopping 30 speakers specifically designed by Bowers & Wilkins, a renowned builder of high-end stereos. The Model X has a decent amount of speakers, 22, although Tesla doesn’t mention who made them.
Cutting-Edge Technology
When it comes to technology, the BMW iX is miles ahead of the Tesla. The elegant curved digital gauge cluster is easier to read and reduces glare on sunny days. There is a different audio system in each of the two trims of the iX, but both the Harman/Kardon system in the iX xDrive50, as well as the Bowers & Wilkins stereo in the M60 are trusted names in the high-end audio business, compared with Tesla’s generic system. It’s also important to note that the systems found in the BMW iX support Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, while the system in the Tesla Model X does not.
The operation of gull-wing doors on the Model X mean that a sunroof simply isn’t possible, while the traditional doors of the BMW iX allow for a state-of-the-art panoramic sunroof with electrochromic shading. Truly impressive to see – at the push of a button, electrically-charged liquid crystals transform the glass roof from opaque to transparent and back again.
BMW Quality
Recently, Tesla has been making headlines for quality issues, and while some of this is sensationalism, it’s worth taking a look at what the numbers actually say. Tesla routinely refuses to participate in J.D. Power’s annual quality rankings, so the numbers don’t take into account Tesla owners in every state, but enough owners still participated that there is a number, and it’s not great. Tesla’s reliability isn’t the worst, but it does rank very close to the bottom, well below BMW’s ranking.
Dealership Network
Tesla has drawn attention for their aversion to the traditional dealership network for vehicle sales. Instead, Tesla customers are served by Tesla “stores.” Currently, BMW maintains a presence of over 366 dealerships across the United States, while Tesla has just 245 stores nationwide. That larger dealer network can be important when you are far away from home and in need of service or support.
*Starting MSRP does not include taxes, charges, or applicable fees. Price is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the manufacturer or the dealer.
**Information taken from https://www.jdpower.com/cars/ratings/quality