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BMW iX2 vs Tata Sierra: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
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Specification
iX2
Sierra
Maximum Power
iX2150 kW
Sierra-
Maximum Torque
iX2250 Nm
Sierra-
Engine Size
iX2Not Applicable
Sierra-
Combined Fuel Economy
iX2Not Applicable
Sierra-
Ground Clearance
iX2190 mm
Sierra-
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Model Introduced Year
2024
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Generation
First-generation U10 electric coupé-style compact SUV; current South African offering is eDrive20 only.
Upcoming South African-market Tata Sierra mid-size SUV
Facelift History
U10 is the first iX2 generation; the eDrive20 joined the South African range in July 2026.
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Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2027
Production Status
active
upcoming
Segment
Premium SUV
Mid-size SUV
Vehicle Type
Car
Passenger Car
Spec
iX2
Sierra
Length
4554 mm
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Width
1845 mm
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Height
1560 mm
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Wheelbase
2692 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
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Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
525 l
622 l
Kerb Weight
1960 kg
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2460 kg
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Payload Capacity
575 kg
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Towing Capacity
750 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Number of Rows
2 rows
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Doors
5 doors
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Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
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Front Headroom
1010 mm
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Rear Headroom
982 mm
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Front Legroom
1042 mm
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Rear Legroom
935 mm
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Engine
BMW eDrive electric drive
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Engine Code
Not Applicable
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Fuel Type
Electric
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
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Cylinders
Not Applicable
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Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
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Valves
Not Applicable
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Aspiration
Not Applicable
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Fuel System
Not Applicable
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Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
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Bore
Not Applicable
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Stroke
Not Applicable
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Maximum Power
150 kW
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Maximum Torque
250 Nm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous motor
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Number of Motors
1
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Motor Location
Rear axle
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Drive Type
FWD
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Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
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Top Speed
210 km/h
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0-100 km/h
8.6 sec
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Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
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Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
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Launch Control
No
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Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
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Battery Capacity
1 kWh
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Usable Battery Capacity
64.8 kWh
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Battery Type
Lithium-ion
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Battery Voltage
400 V
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Electric Range
548 km (BMW stated)
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AC Charging Power
11 kW
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DC Charging Power
130 kW
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AC Charging Time
6 h 30 min
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DC Charging Time
30 min
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Regenerative Braking
Yes
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
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Drivetrain Layout
Front-wheel drive
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LSD Available
Yes
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Transfer Case
Yes
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Differential Lock
Yes
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Paddle Shifters
Yes
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Final Drive Ratio
Yes
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Number of Gears
1
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic selector
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Drivetrain
FWD
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4WD Engagement
Electronically controlled AWD
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4WD Hi Range
Yes
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4WD Lo Range
Yes
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4WD Selector
Yes
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
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Front Differential Lock
Yes
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Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
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Low Range Ratio
Yes
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Low Range
Yes
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Axle Layout
Yes
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Rear Differential Lock
Yes
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Transmission Speeds
1
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
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City Mileage
Not Applicable
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Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
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Emission Standard
Euro 6
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
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Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
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Charging Port Type
CCS Combo
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Charging Type
AC and DC
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Fuel Tank Litres
0
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Combined Driving Range
548 km (BMW stated)
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Electric Consumption
13.2–13.3
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Range Real World Highway
360 km
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Range Real World Mixed
420 km
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Airbags
6
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ABS
Standard
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Electronic Stability Control
Standard
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Traction Control
Standard
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Hill Descent Control
Yes
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Child Safety Lock
Standard
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ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
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Brake Assist
Standard
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
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Front Parking Sensors
Yes
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AEB
Yes
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BA
Standard
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Brake Override System
Yes
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Curtain Airbags
Yes
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Driver Airbag
Yes
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EBD
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Hill Hold
Standard
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Passenger Airbag
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
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Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
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Side Airbags
Yes
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Stability Control
Standard
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TCS
Standard
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Knee Airbag
Yes
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ABS EBD
Standard
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Cruise Control
Yes
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Lane Keep Assist
Yes
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Lane Departure Warning
Yes
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Parking Sensors
Yes
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Rear View Camera
Yes
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360 Degree Camera
Yes
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
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Auto Highbeam
Standard
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Auto Wipers
Yes
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Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
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Reverse Camera
Yes
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Park Assist
Standard
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Around View Monitor
Yes
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Blind Spot Warning
Yes
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Forward Collision Warning
Yes
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Seat Material
Leather/Sensatec
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Heated Seats
Yes
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Ventilated Seats
Yes
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Ambient Lighting
Yes
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Steering Wheel Material
Steering wheel M Leather
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60 40 Split Seat
Yes
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric with driver memory
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric multi-way
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Seat Trim
Sport seats for driver and front passenger
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
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Power Windows
Standard
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Keyless Entry
Comfort Access
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Push Button Start
Yes
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Wireless Charging
Standard
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Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Yes
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
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AC Type
Automatic climate control
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Infotainment System
Yes
Horizon View triple-screen dashboard
Apple CarPlay
Yes
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Android Auto
Yes
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
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Number of Speakers
6
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Digital Instrument Cluster
BMW Live Cockpit Professional (includes head-up display)
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USB Ports
2
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Infotainment Screen
14.9
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Touchscreen
14.9
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Light Saber LED with welcome and goodbye functionality
Fog Lamps
Yes
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Roof Rails
Yes
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Exterior Colour Options
Multiple manufacturer colours
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Headlights
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Standard
Spec
iX2
Sierra
Approach Angle
25 deg
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Departure Angle
23 deg
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Wading Depth
500 mm
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Terrain Modes
Auto; Sport; Eco
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Locking Differential
Yes
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
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Breakover Angle
20 deg
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Tyre Size
225/50 R18
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Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
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Rear Brake Type
Disc
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Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
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Wheel Rim Size
19" M Lt/Aly wheels Double-spoke style 871 M Bicolour
19-inch
Handbrake Type
Electronic
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Wheel Type
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Alloy Wheels
Spec
iX2
Sierra
Front Suspension
Adaptive M Suspension
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Rear Suspension
Adaptive M Suspension
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Service Plan
5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Ownership Role
Private, business and fleet
Upcoming South African passenger vehicle
Price Zar
1330000 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current recommended retail price
Announced price not publicly listed
Starting Price
1330000
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Starting Price Zar
1330000
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Spec
iX2
Sierra
Warranty
Yes
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In depth: how these cars differ
This iX2 and Sierra comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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What the evidence means
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