Well, the downvotes don't deter me, they only reinforce the idea that I'm on the right track. So the notion that they are somehow an effective "punishment" is mistaken.
The i3 tangent was meant to convey my impressions of a vehicle recently in our shop for repairs. None of us have seen the iX in person to gain a 100% perspective on it. What I've seen so far turns me off. Flat out. It does NOTHING to change my mind about the current state of BMW as a company, or EV. In fact, it only reinforces my beliefs (notice I said MY beliefs, you might not have the same perspective, as you come from a different place.)
The 2-Series coupe is the only BMW that survives unaltered, imho. It's the only one left with a pure soul. It is certainly the only one worthy of admiration, if one is to value history of the marque. The X7 is as much of a tarnish on the brand's image as the iX is.
"Government" as a "guide" is the downfall of free thinking. These are being built to please governments bent on oppressing the people. Plus they're not even cool. Nope.