The 2026 BMW iX

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Perhaps the most important update is the introduction of a lower-priced base variant.

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BMW has refined the power delivery and handling characteristics of the 2026 iX.

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The 2026 BMW iX is expected to hit showrooms globally by Q4 2025, with bookings starting as early as August 2025.

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