BMW iX VS. TESLA MODEL Y COMPARISON

BMW iX VS. TESLA MODEL Y: TRIMS

Three trims are available for the new Tesla Model Y and two for the BMW iX. The options for the Tesla Model Y are:

• Base
• Long Range
• Performance

The BMW iX is available as the BMW iX xDrive50 and the performance-oriented BMW iX M60. As we compare BMW iX and Tesla Model Y selling points, we'll see that the BMW EV gives drivers range and performance in one package, whereas the Tesla Model Y splits these attributes up. Folks who want both should consider the BMW iX.

BMW iX VS. TESLA MODEL Y: SPECS

Every version of the 2023 BMW iX is powered by a pair of motors and a 105.2-kWh battery pack. The xDrive50 model enjoys 516 horsepower, 564 pound-feet of torque, and an EPA-estimated driving range of up to 324 miles on a single charge.¹ With more than 500 horsepower under your feet, you'll be able to zip down the roads and highways with true driving verve.

The M60 model is even more impressive. The vehicle features 610 horsepower, allowing it to accelerate even faster than the BMW iX xDrive50 – it can leap from 0 to 60 in about 3.2 seconds. You and your passengers will be in awe of the speed of this vehicle. A 2023 BMW iX M60 gets an EPA-estimated 288 miles of driving range on a single charge.¹ Both versions of the EV allow you to travel significant distances without having to stop and charge up.

The next stage of our iX vs. Model Y comparison details the Tesla Model Y specs. Tesla is famously guarded about the technical details of their vehicles, but the Base model is expected to get up to 279 miles of range on a single charge.² The Long Range version will get 330,² while the Performance version should get 303.² The Long Range makes 425 horsepower with its dual-motor setup, while the Performance gets 455. Like the BMW iX, the Tesla Model Y has all-wheel drive.

The performance portion of our matchup goes to the BMW iX, which has clearly superior horsepower specs and driving ranges, though the Long Range model does edge out the xDrive50 by 6 miles. The horsepower, however, puts the BMW iX over the top.

BMW iX VS. TESLA MODEL Y: DIMENSIONS

The Tesla Model Y is 187 inches long, 75.6 inches wide, and 63.9 inches tall. The vehicle generally seats five, but an optional third row is available. The BMW iX is 195 inches long, 77.4 inches wide, 66.8 inches tall, and seats five people. Considering the BMW is the larger vehicle, it's safe to assume that the Model Y's third row would be cramped, to say the least. The BMW iX offers 112 cubic feet of passenger volume compared to just 106 cubes in the Tesla SUV.

When deciding if you want the Tesla Model Y or BMW iX, it's tempting to view the optional third row as a boon. The reality, however, is that it's an expensive add-on that does not provide a full, adult-sized seat. If you need a third row, it's generally best to consider three-row standard vehicles to ensure folks aren't sitting with their chins on their knees.

TESLA MODEL Y VS. BMW iX: THE VERDICT

When all is said and done, the decades of experience that BMW has in building and designing vehicles give it the edge over Tesla. The BMW iX also performs better, has a more spacious interior, and is more stylish than the Tesla Model Y. The vehicle does cost more, but one is paying for style, features, and muscle in this elite category. The BMW iX wins our BMW iX vs. Tesla Model Y matchup.

The staff at our dealership is proud to offer the new BMX iX for sale. We can also answer your questions about other BMW vehicles. One common question we get is about the difference between BMW xDrive vs. sDrive. The bold new BMW iX SUV is luxurious, powerful, and packed with the latest technology. Visit us today for your BMW iX all-electric luxury SUV test drive.