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The iX xDrive45 is the entry-level trim of BMW’s flagship electric SUV. We put its charging capabilities to the test at a 325kW Tesla Supercharger to see if its charging is as good as its range.
The 2026 BMW iX xDrive45 offers a 100.1kWh battery pack, and 94.8 of those kilowatt-hours are usable. The high-voltage architecture tops out at 332 volts, which is on the lower side. This setup delivers an EPA range of up to 312 miles with the 20-inch alloy wheels. In our testing, we noted that these EPA range numbers were actually on the conservative side, which is a common trend among most BMW EVs we’ve tested.
On the charging front, BMW says the iX can accept up to 175kW, delivering a 10 to 80% charging time of 34 minutes. To prepare for our test, we preconditioned the battery pack for over 30 minutes before charging and arrived at the stall with under 10% s...