Gas vs Electric · Real running cost
BMW iX: charging cost vs gas
We've set the BMW iX as your EV below. Pick the gas car you'd compare against, set your prices and miles, and see the real cost difference — and the break-even.
When you come out ahead
Showing cumulative fuel savings. Add the two cars' prices in the controls to plot your exact break-even point.
Carvana, insurance, financing & charger links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission, at no cost to you.
The iX is a large luxury electric SUV that stays fairly efficient for its size at about 2.8 mi/kWh, competing with premium gas SUVs around 20–22 mpg that are costly at the pump. Home charging puts the per-mile cost far below gasoline.
With a sticker near $87,000, the interesting number isn't the per-mile cost — it's the break-even. The fuel savings are real, but they repay a big premium slowly, so add both prices and be honest about your annual miles.
What to keep in mind
- Good efficiency for a large luxury SUV (~2.8 mi/kWh).
- Replaces thirsty ~21 mpg premium gas SUVs — strong per-mile case.
- A ~$87,000 price means a long break-even; add prices to see it.
BMW iX: common questions
How much does it cost to charge a BMW iX?
At the U.S. average home electricity price of about 17¢/kWh and roughly 2.8 mi/kWh, a BMW iX costs about 6¢ per mile to charge at home — around $729 a year at 12,000 miles. Public DC fast-charging costs more, so set your home/public mix in the calculator.
Is a BMW iX cheaper to run than a gas car?
Charging at home, usually yes. Against a typical 21-mpg gas SUV, the BMW iX's per-mile fuel cost is much lower — the calculator shows your annual fuel saving and how long the price difference takes to pay back.