Comparison
BMW iX vs Nissan Leaf
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range BMW iX 364 mi vs 303 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $87,900 vs $29,990
Faster charging BMW iX 32 min vs 40 min
Weighted profile BMW iX 7.3 vs 2.7
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
BMW iX
364 mi vs 303 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $241/mi
Charging winner
BMW iX
32 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Nissan Leaf
278 Wh/mi vs 347 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW iX
95.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW iX | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | SV |
| MSRP (USD) | $87,900 | $29,990 |
| Range | 364 mi | 303 mi |
| Efficiency | 347 Wh/mi • 2.88 mi/kWh | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 105.2 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| DC max | 195 kW | 100 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 7 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 40 min |
| Roadtrip score | 83.2 | 61.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 99 mi | 71 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 241 $/mi | 99 $/mi |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 15 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,512 lb | 2,150 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose BMW iX if you want the longer rated range (364 mi vs 303 mi).
- Choose BMW iX if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 32 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $241/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW iX has the stronger weighted profile (7.3 vs 2.7).
BMW iX7.3 Nissan Leaf2.7 195 kW32 min 100 kW40 min
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