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BMW iX3
- Drive Type: AWD
- Type: 5 door SUV, 5 seats
- Self Driving: No
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- Smooth rear wheel drive performance
- Competitive real world range for its class
- Familiar BMW interior and ride comfort
CONS
- No all wheel drive option
- Slower DC charging than newer rivals
BMW iX3 is a fully electric SUV from BMW. It sits in the midsize premium segment. The body type is a five door crossover based on the X3 platform, with a rear wheel drive layout.
The iX3 uses a lithium ion battery with about 74 kWh usable capacity. WLTP range stands near 285 miles, depending on spec and driving conditions. It supports up to 150 kW DC fast charging and 11 kW AC charging. A fast charger restores most of the battery in under 35 minutes.
Pricing places the iX3 below larger BMW electric SUVs and above compact EVs. It suits buyers who want a premium electric SUV with familiar BMW size and handling. Key alternatives include Tesla Model Y and Volvo XC40 Recharge. A direct comparison point is the BMW X3 petrol or diesel models.
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MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
BMW iX3 50 xDrive BMW iX3 40 |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date |
2025, September 09 - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 2026, March 31 - BMW iX3 40 |
| Availability Status |
Coming soon. Expected release 2026 - BMW iX3 50 xDrive Coming soon. Expected release 2026, Q3 - BMW iX3 40 |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 68,000 - BMW iX3 50 xDrive € 63,400 - BMW iX3 40 |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity |
108.7 kWh usable - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 82.6 kWh usable - BMW iX3 40 |
| Battery Chemistry | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (800V type) |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
500 mi WLTP - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 395 mi WLTP - BMW iX3 40 |
| Energy Consumption |
243 Wh/mi WLTP - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 235 Wh/mi WLTP - BMW iX3 40 |
| Regen Braking (Max kW) | Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 11 h - BMW iX3 50 xDrive Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 5.45 h Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 11 h - BMW iX3 40 Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 4.5 h |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 400 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - BMW iX3 50 xDrive CCS 300 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - BMW iX3 40 |
| Additional Notes |
Bidirectional Charging: V2L Vehicle-to-Load, 3.7 kW V2H Vehicle-to-Home, 11 kW V2G Vehicle-to-Grid, 11 kW |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
AWD 469 hp (345 kW) - BMW iX3 50 xDrive RWD 320 hp (235 kW) - BMW iX3 40 |
| Torque (Nm) |
645 Nm (476 lb-ft) - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) - BMW iX3 40 |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
4.9 sec 0-62 mph - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 5.9 sec 0-62 mph - BMW iX3 40 |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
130 mph (210 km/h) - BMW iX3 50 xDrive 124 mph (200 km/h) - BMW iX3 40 |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed |
BODY
| Body Style | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform / Architecture | CLAR |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 186.4 x 74.4 x 65.7 in (4734 x 1891 x 1668 mm) |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) | 0.24 Cd |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2897 mm (114.1 in) |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | EU: 2360 kg unladen, 2825 kg gross - BMW iX3 50 xDrive |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Front double-joint spring strut axle, rear five-link axle; adaptive suspension |
| Wheel Size (inches) | R20, R21, R22 |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 520 l, 1750 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | 58 l |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2000 kg braked |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | Front, side, rear, head airbag system |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | Front radar, multiple cameras. Front/Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Exit warning function, Parking Assist, Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Front collision warning with brake intervention, Active Lane Change Assistant, traffic light detection |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | Front heated seats |
| Roof Type | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide or Panoramic glass sunroof with matt light transmission |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, multiple cameras, Automatic Parking Assistance System |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 17.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 43.3" (only a portion of it) |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Yes, projector type |
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Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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