[moesess34]

Originally Posted by KRS_SN

I drove the top of the line fully optioned GT lineS
Cons

Black plastic everywhere Including the centre console and arm rest.
Idrive type screen is rather monochromatic
Does not display brilliant colours like the IX.
Head up display isn't as sharp or display enough information.
The seat padding comfort for sitting is say 20% worse than the IX. The castanea feels plush the ev9 leatherette is rather basic.
The HK in IX is completely on a different league than the stereo system with the same settings and music source when played through android auto in the ev9. Bass and clarity and theatrcal effect compared to IX was a real let down.
The acceleration was mature and not visceral like the bmw.
Being an ev and despite being in sports mode I could feel a throttle lag But this is nowhere near as compared to an ice vehicle It felt mature in the way delivered power and not like a sporty vehicle

Pros
The seat massage is much better
The headrest is fabulously comfortable
Android auto connects instantly
The 3rd row is for proper adults at 6ft I fit in easily.
3 click in settings for 2nd row. In the mid setting I had few inces of legroom and 2nd row had ample legroom too. Major plus
Luggage space with 7 seats up better than X7
Rearview mirror can switch to camera view so loading up the boot isn't an issue.
Turning on indicators brings on the camera view relating to the side indicated on drivers display. Such a good safety feature.
Spirited driving for 15 miles motorway and b roads sport mode 2.8mi per kwh. It was by the end of the drive showing 43%soc and [...]

I’m seeing prices of around 61-63k for the GT lines via brokers
I’m just wondering if I should get one lol seems like a steal at that price

[moesess34]

Originally Posted by moesess34

You can lease a fully loaded ev9 for a lot less than a ix. We all know the ix is a better car. It’s really a question of Is the ev9 a better value and fits certain people’s needs better. I’m tempted because I could lease one for about $500 less a month than my ix m60 😆😆

Originally Posted by LuisBoston

I couldn’t. 🤣

There are great deals via leasehackr

[KRS_SN]

Originally Posted by NomoTesla

The sense of space inside the cabin is tremendous and one of its best selling points.

100% ...sat in the drivers seat in max legroom position it's like a restaurant chair in EV9 as opposed to a sofa chair in the IX.

[LuisBoston]

There are great deals via leasehackr

I know - I got one of them!

I’d have to be near $300/mo for an EV9 to be $500 under my iX M60.

And I’d still pay $500/mo more for the M60.

[Paladin1]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

THIS. Our last B8 and our son's current M3 Comp's Carbon fiber roof look amazing and NO hot glass to deal with. The iX, i5 and i7 would be awesome with a carbon fiber roof!

I do not want a moon or sun roof. I do not want a glass pano roof...I want a SOLID roof (like Taycan offers).

And the cost of the glass and labor for the iX (and I am assuming 7 Series) pano roof is near $20,000 and the interior of the car is essentially torn apart and it is about 30 days of hard work (verified by my BMW dealer).

My last sunroof replacement in an X5, along with the headliner. So not a minor job even with the "openable" variety. But I do miss the wind in your face...no, wait - you're still surrounded by windows. The wind in your car all the way to your back window, carrying along with it the noise, diesel exhaust, washer fluid and road spray from the car in front, bird droppings, rain, dust, leaves, insects, anything else that falls from the sky, and the baking sun on your head (or snow if you're a winter person). Oh how I miss it....

[ggalanis]

Originally Posted by Paladin1

My last sunroof replacement in an X5, along with the headliner. So not a minor job even with the "openable" variety. But I do miss the wind in your face...no, wait - you're still surrounded by windows. The wind in your car all the way to your back window, carrying along with it the noise, diesel exhaust, washer fluid and road spray from the car in front, bird droppings, rain, dust, leaves, insects, anything else that falls from the sky, and the baking sun on your head (or snow if you're a winter person). Oh how I miss it....

I found it useful to let the heat out faster in my previous cars when I would get in without the time to start it remotely and have it cool down a bit first. Get in, open all windows including roof, drive for a minute and then seal everything back up with the A/C cranked. Other than that, I never opened it.

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by Paladin1

My last sunroof replacement in an X5, along with the headliner. So not a minor job even with the "openable" variety. But I do miss the wind in your face...no, wait - you're still surrounded by windows. The wind in your car all the way to your back window, carrying along with it the noise, diesel exhaust, washer fluid and road spray from the car in front, bird droppings, rain, dust, leaves, insects, anything else that falls from the sky, and the baking sun on your head (or snow if you're a winter person). Oh how I miss it....

O M G
The wind buffeting of open roofs, dust, heat, insects, bird poop, etc...

I would have loved to have gotten a fixed, solid roof (NO glass) on the iX, i5, or i7.

Our XM has a solid roof and it is awesome. No heat comes through, even on triple digit days!

[KRS_SN]

I live in frequently dark and gloomy UK.
Sunroof is a must. Photochromic Sunroof is suboptimal. Opening is optional but a clear transparent glass is imperative.

[moesess34]

Originally Posted by LuisBoston

I know - I got one of them!

I’d have to be near $300/mo for an EV9 to be $500 under my iX M60.

And I’d still pay $500/mo more for the M60.

I need your ix deal lol
I’m going to look at a ev9 GT tommrow. I’m being quoted about $600 a month for it.

[LuisBoston]

Originally Posted by moesess34

I need your ix deal lol
I’m going to look at a ev9 GT tommrow. I’m being quoted about $600 a month for it.

Good luck. Leasable Loaner 2023 iX M60s are probably all gone.

But new iX can be had well under $1k. Just not M60.

Here’s the latest one:
leasehackr

[Kennethjk]

Originally Posted by LuisBoston

Good luck. Leasable Loaner 2023 iX M60s are probably all gone.

But new iX can be had well under $1k. Just not M60.

Here’s the latest one:
leasehackr

Is sales tax included in the monthly number ?

[LuisBoston]

Originally Posted by Kennethjk

Is sales tax inc,used in the monthly number ?

Click the calculator in the link

[Kennethjk]

Originally Posted by LuisBoston

Click the calculator in the link

Thanks, see that it is and an executive demo with 6300 miles-good deal.
Did you have the opportunity to put down a refundable deposit to reduce the monthly even more?

[LuisBoston]

Originally Posted by Kennethjk

Thanks, see that it is and an executive demo with 6300 miles-good deal.
Did you have the opportunity to put down a refundable deposit to reduce the monthly even more?

Deals like that are available on new ones too. Maybe talk to a broker.

Me? I suppose I could’ve, but I didn’t consider it.

[moesess34]

Originally Posted by LuisBoston

Good luck. Leasable Loaner 2023 iX M60s are probably all gone.

But new iX can be had well under $1k. Just not M60.

Here’s the latest one:
leasehackr

I already have my m60😆 if anything I could get a ix50 and the EV9 for close to the price of my m60 lol

[moesess34]

Originally Posted by LuisBoston

Deals like that are available on new ones too. Maybe talk to a broker.

Me? I suppose I could’ve, but I didn’t consider it.

Lots of times I take the broaker
prices and just go straight to the dealerships and get them to match the prices before is walk into the dealership

[LVBMW]

Originally Posted by moesess34

Lots of times I take the broaker
prices and just go straight to the dealerships and get them to match the prices before is walk into the dealership

I tried that, but the dealer said no way and then tried to convince me the broker deal must be fake, must really be on a demo model, could not possibly be on a factory order, make sure they send a photo of the odometer, etc.

[moesess34]

Originally Posted by LVBMW

I tried that, but the dealer said no way and then tried to convince me the broker deal must be fake, must really be on a demo model, could not possibly be on a factory order, make sure they send a photo of the odometer, etc.

Booo to that dealer😆😆

[moesess34]

Great drove it today. It’s a great car! But, I don’t see myself replacing my ix with it. It’s just not as fun😆😆. But, I still highly recommend it

[note46]

Originally Posted by moesess34

I need your ix deal lol
I’m going to look at a ev9 GT tommrow. I’m being quoted about $600 a month for it.

ev 9 GT line, true GT with ~610hp isn't due until next year. that would be a contender for me vs ix M60

[superflysocal]

I can't stand the captain's chair and I don't know why car companies keep forcing that in higher grade trims. Some people would like to take 5 people to the airport along with luggages for 5 people.

[KRS_SN]

Originally Posted by superflysocal

I can't stand the captain's chair and I don't know why car companies keep forcing that in higher grade trims. Some people would like to take 5 people to the airport along with luggages for 5 people.

I think for business buyers being chauffeured around it may be a consideration to have the 2nd row chair as comfortable as the drivers seat.