Bmw Ix Facelift Prototype Review

The iX will shortly receive a mid-life facelift, which will be unveiled early next year and on sale in the summer - but we've had a first taste of with a drive in a late prototype test car. From reworked seats to refined suspension tuning, this updated BMW iX electric SUV offers more comfort and range than ever before. 10/3/2025 UPDATE: This review has been updated with instrumented test results for the iX xDrive45.

Most significantly, the lineup grows from two models to three. BMW is adding the entry. Earlier this year, BMW revealed the facelifted iX for the global market, which was subsequently launched in the U.S.

for the 2026 model year. The BMW iX gets a trio of revised models for 2026, all of which feature more power, better range and that same love. Read our full 2026 BMW iX review for pros, cons, pricing, and expert insights.

Our editors test drive over 200 vehicles a year to help car shoppers pick the right vehicle for them. BMW has given its all-electric iX SUV a facelift with bigger batteries, better efficiency and more range, what differences have the changes made? BMW has brought its only dedicated all-electric model in for a round of updates.

The iX arrived four years ago, and this 2026 model builds on its strengths-power, range, and comfort. The iX's interior doesn't look massively different at first glance, though BMW calls out new M Multi-Function Seats as the highlight; they reportedly offer better support (and look far sportier).