At the Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which has just started, BMW unveils the first BMW M designed from scratch to be purely electric.
The German Sports Activity Vehicle is set to launch in June 2022 and is the first BMW M to combine standard M performance features with the state-of-the-art technology of the BMW Group’s new future modular system in the areas of automated driving, operation , connectivity and digital services.
The body structure, design and chassis of the BMW iX achieve a high combination of driving comfort and sporty behavior. The philosophy of the space frame type aluminum frame and the use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), in places such as the roof, the sides and the back, is an intelligent mixture of materials that increases rigidity, while reducing weight and giving a coefficient of backrest. (aerodynamics) 0.26 in Sport Mode.
The high-voltage battery is placed low on the floor of the car, lowering the center of gravity of the vehicle, and offering a balanced load distribution on the axles.
The BMW iX M60 with combined power consumption: 24.7 – 18.0 kWh / 100 km, delivers 455 kW / 619 hp and maximum torque of 1,015 Nm in Sport Mode and 1,100 Nm with Launch Control activated and special suspension adjustment M.
In fact, it accelerates to 0-100 km / h in just 3.8 seconds, with the final speed being electronically limited to 250 km / h and the range reaching 566 km.
Like other versions of the model, the four-wheel drive BMW iX M60 includes the widest range of standard equipment ever offered by BMW in the field of driver support systems as well as numerous innovations. A new generation of sensors, a new software package combined with a high-performance computing platform, also offer significant potential for continuous improvement of autonomous driving and parking functions – with Level 3 functionality in the medium term.
The spacious, high-quality and innovatively designed interior features multifunctional seats with integrated headrests, a large BMW Curved Display, a hexagonal steering wheel and a charcoal upholstered roof enhance the driving pleasure. The removal of the central tunnel creates additional space for legs and space for storing objects as well as the installation of a center console which is designed as high quality furniture.
For its construction, BMW uses 100% green electricity, as well as natural and recycled materials, such as FSC-certified wood and leather treated with olive leaf extracts, while recycled fishing nets serve as raw materials for carpets and rugs.
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