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BMW iX vs Nissan Leaf

Comparing the 2026 BMW iX (from $75,150) with the 2026 Nissan Leaf (from $29,990). The iX offers 279 miles of range while the Leaf offers 303 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX is quickest off the line, while Nissan Leaf wins on price.

BMW iX

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BMW iX

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph as quick as 3.6s
  • Up to 650 hp
  • 155 mph top speed
Nissan Leaf

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Nissan Leaf

Best Value

  • Starts at $29,990
  • About $99 per mile of range
  • Up to 303 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$75,150 - $111,500
$29,990 - $38,990
Range
279-364 miles
259-303 miles
Horsepower
402-650 hp
214 hp
0-60 mph
3.6-4.9 sec
6.8 sec
Battery Size
100.1-113.4 kWh
75 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
124-155 mph
98 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
34 min (10-80%)
35 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
9.5 hrs (0-100%)
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
195.5"
173.4"
Width
77.6"
71.3"
Height
67.7"
61.3"
Cargo Capacity
77.9 cu ft
55.5 cu ft

BMW iX vs Nissan Leaf: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Leaf starts at $29,990, undercutting the BMW iX ($75,150) by about $45,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX covers up to 364 miles, 61 more than the Nissan Leaf's maximum of 303. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX goes from 10-80% in about 34 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf.

The BMW iX offers 77.9 cu ft of cargo space vs 55.5 for the Nissan Leaf. The Nissan Leaf is also 22 inches shorter than the BMW iX, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX if you want the quickest acceleration, or the Nissan Leaf if you want the most for your money.

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