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BMW iX vs Tesla Model Y L

Comparing the 2026 BMW iX (from $75,150) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y L (from $61,990). The iX offers 279 miles of range while the Model Y L offers 325 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX plays nicest with your phone, while Tesla Model Y L fits families best.

BMW iX

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BMW iX

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Tesla Model Y L

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Tesla Model Y L

Best for Families

  • Seats 6
  • 89 cu ft cargo capacity
  • 195.9" long
Price
$75,150 - $111,500
$61,990
Range
279-364 miles
325 miles
Horsepower
402-650 hp
456 hp
0-60 mph
3.6-4.9 sec
4.4 sec
Battery Size
100.1-113.4 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
6
Top Speed
124-155 mph
125 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
34 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
9.5 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
195.5"
195.9"
Width
77.6"
75.6"
Height
67.7"
65.7"
Cargo Capacity
77.9 cu ft
89 cu ft

BMW iX vs Tesla Model Y L: Which Should You Buy?

The Tesla Model Y L starts at $61,990, undercutting the BMW iX ($75,150) by about $13,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX covers up to 364 miles, 39 more than the Tesla Model Y L's 325. At a DC fast charger, the Tesla Model Y L goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 34 for the BMW iX.

The Tesla Model Y L seats 6 to the BMW iX's 5. The Tesla Model Y L offers 89 cu ft of cargo space vs 77.9 for the BMW iX.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Tesla Model Y L if you need room for the whole crew.

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