[VIDEO] BMW iX Road Test by The Late Brake Show

The incredibly conflicted appearance of the BMW iX when it first appeared makes it difficult for car enthusiasts to ignore. As the flagship and future of the brand’s capabilities, the BMW iX needs to be much more than just its looks. Car enthusiasts have to separate its design from its other aspects to appreciate the model truly. The most critical question now is: how good is the rest?

Johnny Smith takes a look at the new BMW iX in the latest episode of The Late Brake Show. Not being a fan of its looks, Johnny checks out whether the BMW iX’s powertrain and technology are good enough to make him overlook its design. It’s essential for car enthusiasts to know Johnny’s review on the BMW iX’s electric powertrain and driving dynamics. His opinions are reliable and important as he has more experience with electric vehicles than most journalists.

The looks of the BMW iX are subjective and controversial. Reviewing the iX’s design is a good start because there are some interesting objective problems. First of all, it does not have a front trunk, unlike many other electric cars, so the bonnet is permanently closed. According to BMW, the front makes room for the electronics and the front electric motors. However, there are trunks in almost all other electric cars with electric engines and the same amount of electronics. The BMW iX’s trunk is smaller than a 5 Series sedan, a smaller car. For this reason, many wonder why the BMW iX should be a large SUV.

Many aspects of the iX are brilliant, according to Smith. Its luxury, powertrain, and its design. Yet, overall, the BMW iX is still a flawed car. Watch the video to determine if the BMW iX’s powertrain and engineering are good enough to overlook its strange looks.