Here’s The Luxury EV SUV You should Buy! Tesla Model X vs BMW iX vs Audi e-tron 

LOL, 'Ive parked the BMW so you don't have to look at the front of it'. Nice one Kyle. You made me, nearly spill tea over my keyboard...😀😄

IX is the king!

I see what you did there…got the beaver front of the IX 50 facing away😂. Despite all the flack this car receives for its design I absolutely love mine.

When I saw the way the iX was parked 🤣

Instant smile as soon as you were in the IX says it all, just ordered mine in oxide to replace my Etron 55 black edition I bought new in 2020 40k trouble free miles, tried a Tesla I found it decent enough but not in same quality league as the German cars.

I actually like the grill on the BMW.. Looking forward to them including the R1S (and hoping they work out some of Kyle’s complaints before then). The Rivian interior looks and feels amazing!

Tbh the R1S would be the winner if included. But given these 3 I would take the BMW.

I had one of the first 3,000 Model X’s made. A Tesla engineer once told me that the first 5,000 X’s were basically made by hand. Consequently, I never had any of the build quality or mechanical issues with the falcon wing doors. Sold it a couple of months ago for a Ford F-150 Lightning. I have nothing but great things to say about the X, though I think it took them several years to catch up to the quality of the ones they built by hand in the early deliveries.

Lift up that back shelf in the model X and you can fit 4 medium suitcase standing up and then layer duffle bags and backpack over top . My luggage fits in the frunk. We do lots of 5 person road-trips in our 6 seater model X.

I think Tesla Model X would be my pick if it was cheaper. …I think the price of the X will eventually come down but won’t for now since there is such a backlog.

Interesting review but you should do this round up again when the Mercedes EQS SUV is available for press reviews. Thanks Kyle.

Have been driving etron for 2 years now. Lovely car. Low efficiency is fine for my lifestyle. The other two cars are significantly more expensive. When I test drove them, MX didn't feel special. iX was awesome. I like the styling too but it is too big for my needs. With that size I would like a third row

About the e-tron’e regen, I think you can set the regen to a specific level and have it keep it there all the time by setting recuperation to manual mode

Best description of Tesla vehicles I've ever heard: "Let's start with fart mode and work backwards". 🤣

Great comparison quickie, thanks. I would love to see you do a charging video in a Tesla that challenges the Tesla network. By that I mean, drive the car off the main highways. Plan a route that has very few Tesla charge stations and see how you have to adapt to make it over those empty regions. For example: South on 285 out of Denver, charge at Poncha Springs then arrive in Durango and use the CCS adapter at one of 2 chargepoint fast charge stations. If you want to continue on to the Grand Canyon, you can't go through the Navajo Reservation on State 160 as there are no charge stations. There's a great Tesla station in Tusayan but getting there is sketchy. Anyway, see what it's like and drive safely.

So you’d buy the bmw ix with the flawed head rest thing instead of the x to test the flawed ccs charging network? Tesla has a ccs adapter you can test though doesn’t it? Any reason that wouldn’t work?

I’m picking up my Model X in 2 weeks after waiting over a year. I’ve never been in a Model X. I currently have a 2022 Model Y and absolutely love it. Not sure which one I’m going to keep.

Thanks for the content. FYI, when viewing this in 4k (2160p60) the upper 2/3 of the frame seems a bit washed out (like there is a film on the lens or perhaps you are having a really bad air quality day in CO)

We have a 2019 Etron and love it.

Helpful reviews, thanks!

Thanks for sharing this video! I’m curious to see how the Cadillac Lyriq AWD will hold up against this competition… Range and charging abilities should put it in the middle of the pack, but value for money may make it the best luxury EV to recommend

While you are in the Seattle area drive the south burbs. In the south burbs most of the traffic lights are vehicle sensing so you typically wait very little.

The Rivian R1S is currently shipping to customers, I got mine over 2 weeks ago...

Just so people know usa and canada e-tron use use led matrix design lights and the digital matrix light are on chronos editon (usa only) or the sports back version (both) the usa approved the digital in 2021.

Awesome job! Appreciate the comparison and your honest assessments. Thanks!

I love when you do these tests - Which one should you buy? 👌👍

37:31 is it possible to disable active noise cancellation? it would be interesting to know how much of the quietness is due to software and how much is due to build quality!

The iX definitely has some design issues and quirks, but many of the issues you're specifically taking with the car have to do with it being the M60. Harsher suspension and harsher pedal feel are both M60 tuning issues that other reviewers have complained about. It has a lot of positives; the interior is super nice, the HUD is nice. The infotainment is solid, but could be improved further. However, I kind of take issue with 'settings location'. How often will an owner mess with the settings once they have it all setup? The mapping software could be better, but with Android Auto / Apple Carplay, I imagine it's fine. The steering wheel really depends on preferred hand placement. Some have said it's amazing, some say they don't like it. I do like that you can get multiple different paint, wheel, and interior color / fabric options for either free or for a low price. The blue fabric option looks amazing; even if you can't get ventilated seats with it. The seats should have more bolstering and better thigh extension. Another odd oversight. There's no excuse for the hard to reach front cup holder location and I don't understand why they left that gap between the center console and front of the wheel well for things to roll between. That space is essentially unusable except as extra foot room or pet walkthrough. It was a missed opportunity where they could have added more storage, where they could have pushed the cup holders more forward and higher, or could have put in an extra glove box. Removing the reflective crystal controls is no longer an option due to BMW's new options package setup. Reflective stuff inside a car's interior is literally the dumbest blunder a car company can make. IMO, they should have gone with a high quality wooden knob and wooden seat controls... maybe a darker contrasting wood to what's on the wood panel. Now that would have been really nice. It would have added to the lounge cozy feel. The only option may be to wrap it. The removal of the B&W system from the M50 is a major blunder, meant only to try and push people into the more expensive M60 trim; although I hear the standard system is fine. The rear storage could have been better, but the door hinge placement eats up some space, and the lack of side storage seems like a silly oversight. Door closing sound could definitely be better. The radiant heating in both front and back may be a game changer once this is tested in the winter. While there are some obvious blunders and missed opportunities in the BMW, I still think it's the best value for money... at least until the refreshed e-tron gets here; which will supposedly see a huge jump in range. I guess we'll see how price is affected. The e-tron is probably the best daily driver, but its really been handcuffed its demand primarily due to its weak efficiency and sparse range.

You can definitely get the Bowers & Wilkens sound system in the iX 50 now.

I vote model X for SC network and the most storage for 6-7 passenger vehicle

I like the IX design...

Minivan for road trip. Your favourite crossover for daily pain.

Enjoying your videos. These luxury branded cars are too pricey for an average buyer in either form - the EV or the ICE. I am glad you are going to start reviewing cars that most ordinary folk can actually afford.

“Quick” video at 55 minutes long??? I can’t imagine how much longer the in-depth video will be when it comes out 😂. Great information nonetheless!

We had a '2019 Prestige and traded it for a '21 Presitge. The little things that you point out to be so perfect is exactly my feeling about the eTron and makes it so hard to think about anyting else. We have completed several long road trips sucessfully and CCS will get better shortly. So range will become less of a consideration. Wonder what the next eTron will be like.

Good review. I don’t think I would never select the Tesla because of cost and styling. The windshield comes up too high and would be a lousy experience driving if the sun was shining in my eyes continually. The Audi e-tron sounds like a nice care unless the suspension is too floating. I remember driving a Lincoln Town car with air suspension and the floating cycle started getting to my stomach. I actually like the looks of BMW iX 60. But the control knob area might drive me crazy and perhaps the steering wheel. I really have to drive a car before I buy. I don’t understand how people are buying Rivian’s and Ford Lightning without a test drive.

The ix is a great vehicle. I didnt even bother to test drive the tesla but the ix felt the best compared to the mercs and the audi

I love my Audi etron sportback but after test driving the ix50, it drove a lot nicer and acceleration was neck snapping quick compared to my etron. Then test drive the Tesla model x and felt that it still feels like a completely unique experience cause of the tech but I didn’t like the rattles and minor sounds it makes in the interior. I am looking forward to the lotus Eletre to come out that will be the best of all worlds if they can keep the price competitive.

iX is among top seller in Norway. Actually as a package it s the best out of the three. E tron (2023) in the second place.

Is the e-Tron actually all that inefficient when you look at real-world data? My 2021 averages 2.8 mi/kWh in high-speed interstate cruising (~240 mi range) and as high as 3.6 mi/kWh in 30 mph stop-and-go traffic (~300 mi range). You have to know how to drive it and take advantage of true coasting with two induction motors by paying attention to terrain and flow of traffic and keep it in Dynamic mode for the lower ride height (10% efficiency advantage over Auto).

Bang and Olufsen Sound system in the Audi

Very informative video, thank you 👍

Really appreciate your journalism keep up the great work.

Do you have a review comparing rivian R1S and ionic 5 ?

Lol thank you Kyle for pointing the BMW iX's nose away from the camera. But I guess you can't hide the rear end either. Oh well.

Thanks, All! Great review! 100% an Audi guy, still driving my prehistoric ajgae-powered S-6 Premium sleigh which I still dearly love, but it's time. Time to jump into the future, and I must concur. This video made it an easy choice for me. And thanks Elon, for saving the planet and freely and openly sharing your ground-breaking patents which revealed your genius for innovation and commercialization with other car companies, not to mention some less appreciative civilian space-Xers. It's reminiscent of our old soap box derby days where we were forced to play nice with each other. Look how quickly the other mfgrs have responded with quality production vehicles of their own.

Will the Cadillac Lyriq be the most similar to the e-tron? But cheaper.

Would you still choose a different vehicle over the Tesla Model X with the recent price drop?

Ordered iX50, but delivery time is 1 year. Must be here mid-summer 2023.

I believed e-tron Prestige's audio system is B&O, not B&W like the iX

52:18 you know the trick how to get the full depth? = increase the size by 2x3

Leather, good quality leather, wears like iron especially if you put leather dressing or saddle soap on it once a year. Unlike plastic imitations, it also does not burn. If you are ever in a crash, you may appreciate the slight extra cost of getting flammable plastics and upholstery out of the car.

very well done video your knowledge is very good over others

I had both a 19 and 21 e-tron and loved them both. There's nothing else as comfortable to get into and just relax on your drive. It's honestly the best car I've ever had to live with and it's any absolute beast in the snow. I briefly had a model 3 performance and now have a GV60 performance and truthfully, the e-tron's shorter range didn't matter. I have a 280 mile round trip commute so no matter what, I need one charge to make it in any car.

Audi is always five or six years behind the market in their eiectronics.

What are the parameters to call a vehicle "SUV" ?

A lot of the issues you mention with the iX are better with the 50. The suspension is more comfortable and the pedal is mapped less sporty.

good job.. can't wait to include R1S to this price range. MB EQS SU would be a good add on to this list. Model X really needs those 4680 batteries at $130k.

Model X all the way, that windshield is too special to give up

I have the IX50. The front will grow on you after awhile 😂. The ride and drive is awesome

It seems like the BMW is the way to go!

How can you seat so close to the steering wheel in MX?!!! Why do you hug it with your knees? 😀

Uh what is the year of these vehicles?

The Etron is a best seller in EU countries! Talk about how different countries can value different things!

A quick precursor he said. So I look and it’s an hour long video 😂

I'm so glad that it's not fast... Hmm. U don't have to push the pedal hard.

Technology is evolving so quickly - you have to compare similar production years

When will you review the EQS SUV?

You have had a Model X LR several times, and we still do not have a 1/4 time for this car? How is that even possible!

Model X 140000$ ??? Without tax? Weird, in Europe with 20% tax, it is 105k. The Plaid is at this price of 140....

e-Tron is great...except that long trip is almost impossible. Which is quite a caveat if you ask me for some people.

We're you doing the acceleration test in a residential area? I saw houses in the background. That is concerning.

Wouldn’t the BMW be marked up? So same price as the X if not more?

Can’t stand the look of the IX

I feel like the model Y could’ve also been on this list 🤷‍♂️ cheaper but very similar in size.

since model x so cheaper or comparable to other SUV then model X is winner?

I’ll pick Rivian R1S 😀

Fantastic video. This channel is legit and Kyle you and I have the same view on cars. No reason to hate on brands/models that don’t scratch your itch… it’s more about taste and finding the car that’s right for your use case.

I hate the front of the BMW and for that reason do not even consider it. The Tesla is a great car with a great charging system but here in USA it does take an exceptionally long time to get. I love the ride and inside of the E Tron. There are some 2019’s on the market at acceptable prices. It charges quickly but is very thirsty. Since I only take long trips once in awhile and most charging will be done at home my choice is the Audi.

I saw an iX in person yesterday for the first time.. Much better in person than pictures. I don’t even mind the big nostrils.

Nice comparison. BMW gets the W for me. But perfer the Lyriq AWD over these.

No radar system on a 130000$ car is just insane

Might get model X

Well done!

In Europe the Model X price has dropped a lot. IX50 has kept it's value the best.

I’m really looking forward to you reviewing the Cadillac Lyriq. Jay Leno reviewed it on his show, and everything he really liked about it, is all the things you love about the e-Tron. The AWD version will sell for mid-$60k range and it has about 300 mile range.

So just like the ID.4, Kyle's heart leans towards cars that are objectively bad on paper. I think it's his code for 'this car actually sucks'.

Review video. Present rates for model x and model s. Now 25,000$ less compared to corona prices

How do you pay only $100 a year for the services on the Audi Etron they want to charge me $365 a year

Does’nt the E-tron have Bang & Olufsen sound system?? Not B&W…

I already checked and I decide to buy genesis gv60

Rivian R1S

model x is now 80k- does this change your pick? etron most outdated, stuck in 2012.

Thanks for the video. But really most people can't afford anything even close to these cars. Love them and what they bring.

How about Mercedes EQS Suv? I’m driving a Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo GTS 😉

You keep saying etron has bowers and wilkins it has bang anf olfsen. Launch control on the etron needs esc off.

IX doesn't look to practical for the size it has, model X for me.

my issue with the iX is that i'd rather just get an X5 and save some money for a better looking car with the same comfort. With the Model X it is one of the very few EVs with a usable third row.

In terms of luxury, Model X is not comparable to the other two, except for the price.

The deal breaker for me on the iX wasn't the looks, it was the cupholders! I dare say even worse than the Polestar 2 and someone should be in jail for those.