While the iX 45 can charge at speeds of 175kW, both higher-spec models can achieve 195kW.
The batteries on all three variants feature a new cell technology that, claims BMW, offers around 30% more usable energy content. The firm has worked to optimise the battery pre-conditioning to enable it to reach peak charging speeds faster. The iX can also be charged at 22kW on an AC connection and it has a new heat pump as part of its efficiency push. There are new drive moves, too, including a max range function that optimises the vehicle’s settings for efficiency and can boost range by a claimed 25%.
Hammersen said “we put a major focus on the driving dynamics” and the chassis and suspension have been tuned for each model to better match their respective power outputs. The iX continues to sit on steel rather than air suspension, with work done on the dampers to make the vehicle more stable during cornering. Buyers will have a choice of 21in and 23in wheels.
The flagship M70 also features active rear steering, improved ride control and M Sport brakes as standard.
Across the range, the key exterior change is a revamped version of the large kidney grille, in this case a panel that houses many of the sensors for the car’s advanced driver assistance systems. The new design features vertical line elements that run through both the kidney grille and the LED headlights and that, said Hammersen, are intended to “reduce the dominance of the kidney”.
Inside, cars fitted with the M Sport package gain new multifunction seats and an M steering wheel, among other styling elements.
The revamped iX will continue to be produced at the firm’s Dingolfing plant in Germany and deliveries are due to begin in the first half of this year.
