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2022-2026 BMW iX MPGe & Charging Cost
5 model years · 75–97 MPGe combined
15,000 mi/yr · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2022-2026 BMW iX at a glance
The 2022-2026 BMW iX covers 5 model years in the EPA database (35 configurations in all), rated 75–97 MPGe combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $950 a year to charge for its most efficient version, the xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD (97 MPGe), at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 97 MPGe, was reached in 2026.
2022-2026 BMW iX by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Electric | 75–97 MPGe | $950–$1,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Electric | 76–87 MPGe | $1,060–$1,220 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Electric | 80–86 MPGe | $1,080–$1,160 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Electric | 77–86 MPGe | $1,070–$1,190 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Electric | 83–86 MPGe | $1,070–$1,120 | First year |
What the 2026 xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD costs to drive
Per month
$79
$950 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$1.58
Per 100 miles
$6.33
Five years
$4,750
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$2,160less a year
Class median $3,110 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
2026 BMW iX MPGe
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration moves from 87 to 97 MPGe, up 10. Its annual cost goes from $1,060 to $950, $110 less.
EPA range 279–364 miles.
Electric configurations (11)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) (Most efficient) | AWD | 35 | 97 | 364 mi | $950 |
| xDrive45 (20 inch Wheels) | AWD | 36 | 94 | 312 mi | $990 |
| xDrive60 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 37 | 91 | 341 mi | $1,020 |
| xDrive45 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 38 | 89 | 297 mi | $1,040 |
| xDrive60 (22 inch Wheels) | AWD | 39 | 88 | 327 mi | $1,060 |
| xDrive45 (23 inch Wheels) | AWD | 39 | 87 | 290 mi | $1,060 |
| xDrive60 (23 inch Wheels) | AWD | 40 | 85 | 318 mi | $1,090 |
| xDrive45 (22 inch Wheels) | AWD | 40 | 84 | 279 mi | $1,110 |
| M70 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 42 | 80 | 303 mi | $1,150 |
| M70 (22 inch Wheels) | AWD | 44 | 76 | 284 mi | $1,220 |
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| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M70 (23 inch Wheels) | AWD | 45 | 75 | 283 mi | $1,230 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2025 BMW iX MPGe
76–87 MPGe · $1,060–$1,220/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 86 to 87 MPGe, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,080 to $1,060, $20 less.
EPA range 211–309 miles.
Electric configurations (8)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40 (22 inch Wheels) (Most efficient) | AWD | 39 | 87 | 219 mi | $1,060 |
| xDrive40 (20 inch Wheels) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 217 mi | $1,080 |
| xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 309 mi | $1,110 |
| xDrive40 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 211 mi | $1,120 |
| xDrive50 (21 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 81 | 303 mi | $1,140 |
| xDrive50 (22 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 81 | 302 mi | $1,140 |
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| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M60 (22 inch Wheels) | AWD | 44 | 77 | 285 mi | $1,200 |
| M60 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 44 | 76 | 284 mi | $1,220 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2024 BMW iX MPGe
80–86 MPGe · $1,080–$1,160/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 86 MPGe. Its annual cost goes from $1,070 to $1,080, $10 more.
EPA range 217–307 miles.
Electric configurations (8)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40 (20 inch Wheels) (Most efficient) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 217 mi | $1,080 |
| xDrive40 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 217 mi | $1,080 |
| xDrive40 (22 inch Wheels) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 217 mi | $1,080 |
| xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 307 mi | $1,120 |
| xDrive50 (21 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 307 mi | $1,120 |
| xDrive50 (22 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 307 mi | $1,120 |
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| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M60 (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 42 | 80 | 296 mi | $1,160 |
| M60 (22 inch Wheels) | AWD | 42 | 80 | 296 mi | $1,160 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2023 BMW iX MPGe
77–86 MPGe · $1,070–$1,190/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 86 MPGe. Its annual cost stays at $1,070.
EPA range 274–324 miles.
Electric configurations (5)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) (Most efficient) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 324 mi | $1,070 |
| xDrive50 (22 inch wheels) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 315 mi | $1,080 |
| xDrive50 (21 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 305 mi | $1,120 |
| M60 (22 inch wheels) | AWD | 43 | 78 | 274 mi | $1,180 |
| M60 (21 inch wheels) | AWD | 44 | 77 | 288 mi | $1,190 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2022 BMW iX MPGe
83–86 MPGe · $1,070–$1,120/yr
EPA range 305–324 miles.
Electric configurations (3)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) (Most efficient) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 324 mi | $1,070 |
| xDrive50 (22 inch wheels) | AWD | 39 | 86 | 315 mi | $1,080 |
| xDrive50 (21 inch wheels) | AWD | 41 | 83 | 305 mi | $1,120 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD: $2,500 in Hawaii and $660 in Louisiana, a $1,840 difference.
Similar cars
Closest combined MPGe among MY2026 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2022-2026 (I20)
Frequently asked questions
How efficient is the 2022-2026 BMW iX?
EPA rates the 2022-2026 BMW iX at 75–97 MPGe combined across 35 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD, is rated 97 MPGe (99 city, 94 highway).
Which years were the most efficient in the 2022-2026 BMW iX?
The xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 97 MPGe, in 2026. The lowest top rating, 86 MPGe, was in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2022-2026 BMW iX?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How much does it cost to charge a 2026 BMW iX per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), the xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD costs about $950 a year. Across all 11 configurations the cost runs $950–$1,230 a year. That is a $280 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 BMW iX 100 miles?
About $6.33 per 100 miles for the xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), and between $6.33 and $8.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 BMW iX more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD is rated 99 city and 94 highway MPGe, so it is more efficient in city driving, by 5 MPGe.
How does the 2026 BMW iX compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD costs about $950 a year to fuel, $2,160 less than the class median of $3,110, and less than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 299 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2026 BMW iX?
EPA rates the range at 279–364 miles depending on configuration, and the xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD goes 364 mi. Efficiency is 35–45 kWh per 100 miles (75–97 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $950–$1,230 a year, or $6.33 per 100 miles for the xDrive60 (20 inch Wheels) AWD.
Is the 2026 BMW iX different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 87 to 97 MPGe, up 10. Its annual cost goes from $1,060 to $950, $110 less. EPA lists 11 configurations for 2026 against 8 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 BMW iX for that year.