The best Tesla Model S Performance competitor? The 2022 BMW iX M60 takes European electric SUVs to the next level with an incredible 1100Nm of torque

The iX M60 is the second all-electric BMW M model.

BMW M has unveiled its second but first dedicated all-electric model, the iX M60 large SUV, due in showrooms in Australia mid-year.

The yet-to-be-priced flagship M60 is the third iX variant, joining the "regular" entry-level xDrive40 ($135,900 plus travel expenses) and the mid-range xDrive50 ($169,900).

All three versions are equipped with a twin-engine transmission with a proprietary BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system.

However, the M60 stands out from the iX crowd with its max power output of 455kW of power and 1100Nm of torque, the latter only achieved with launch control enabled (otherwise 397kW/1015Nm are available).

And what is the acceleration time of the iX M60 from zero to 100 km/h? Just 3.8 seconds, according to BMW M.

In comparison, the xDrive40 and xDrive50 deliver 240kW/630Nm and 385kW/765Nm, taking 6.1s and 4.6s respectively to reach triple digits.

While the xDrive40 has a 77kWh battery providing 425km of WLTP certified driving range, the xDrive50 and M60 have a 112kWh unit that can travel 630km and 566km on a single charge, respectively.

For reference, the M60 can use a 200kW DC fast charger (with CCS connector) to increase battery capacity from 10 percent to 80 percent in about 35 minutes, and a 150 km range can be added in just 10 minutes at startup. from the same mark.

In addition, sport adaptive air suspension, unique alloy wheel designs, sport brakes, and custom exterior and interior trim options help separate the Tesla Model X Performance-rivaling M60 from the iX package.