The all-new BMW iX3
BMW presents the primary series-produced Neue Klasse mannequin. The brand new-generation BMW iX3 is a totally electrical Sports activities Exercise Automobile (SAV) that provides prospects their first on-the-road style of an entire new period of Sheer Driving Pleasure. An all-new design language provides the automobile a character-rich look that faithfully conveys the technological progress made by the brand new mannequin. With sixth-generation BMW eDrive expertise, a variety of as much as 805 kilometres and a peak charging fee of 400 kW, the brand new BMW iX3 units new requirements for effectivity and long-distance functionality. A brand new electronics and software program structure together with 4 “superbrain” high-performance computer systems makes the primary Neue Klasse mannequin extra clever and higher outfitted for the long run than ever. The “Coronary heart of Pleasure” drivetrain and driving dynamics administration expertise allows unmatched dealing with dynamism and precision, whereas the newest methods for automated driving optimise symbiotic human-vehicle interplay.
A defining factor of the digital person expertise within the new BMW iX3 is BMW Panoramic iDrive, which elevates intuitive operation and the motive force focus for which the model is famend to a brand new stage. And an all-encompassing sustainability idea reduces the automobile’s product carbon footprint over its life cycle by greater than 30 per cent in comparison with its predecessor.
The primary Neue Klasse mannequin will probably be constructed on the newly constructed BMW Group plant in Debrecen, Hungary. The primary variant of the absolutely electrical SAV to roll off the manufacturing line from autumn 2025 would be the BMW iX3 50 xDrive (electrical energy consumption, mixed: 17.9 – 15.1 kWh/100 km; CO2 class: A; vary: 678 – 805 km; provisional figures as per WLTP) with an output of 469 hp and electrical all-wheel drive. Additional absolutely electrical variants will observe, together with an entry-level mannequin. The market launch of the brand new BMW iX3 will get underway in Europe in spring 2026 and within the USA in summer time 2026. Additionally beginning in summer time 2026 will probably be deliveries of a variant of the brand new BMW iX3 produced on the Shenyang facility that has been tailor-made particularly to the wants and needs of consumers in China.
The brand new BMW iX3 represents a leap ahead in improvement over its predecessor of the identical identify that extends effectively past the reaches of a traditional mannequin renewal. The advances made by way of design and expertise create the impression {that a} full automobile technology has been skipped. For the BMW Group, the launch of the brand new BMW iX3 additionally represents a milestone within the transformation course of in terms of electrification, digitalisation and circularity. Spearheading the arrival of the Neue Klasse, it affords prospects the newest design and expertise improvements, which is able to form the model’s complete mannequin vary transferring forwards. The applied sciences of the Neue Klasse will probably be integrated into a complete of 40 new fashions and mannequin updates between now and 2027.
“The Neue Klasse is our largest future-focused venture and marks an enormous leap ahead by way of applied sciences, driving expertise and design,” says Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Administration of BMW AG. “Virtually every thing about it’s new, but it’s also extra BMW than ever. Our entire product vary will profit from the improvements introduced by the Neue Klasse – whichever drive system expertise is employed. What began as a daring imaginative and prescient has now grow to be actuality: the BMW iX3 is the primary Neue Klasse mannequin to enter sequence manufacturing. We aren’t solely bringing the subsequent technology of one in every of our most profitable absolutely electrical autos onto the street, we’re launching a brand new period for BMW.”
Launch of the brand new design language: diminished, characterful and timeless.
Main technological advances at all times supply a possibility to introduce extra vital design adjustments. The brand new BMW iX3 will launch the brand new BMW design language, which will probably be replicated throughout the entire of the model’s mannequin vary in the end. This new use of types supplies a really fashionable interpretation of BMW’s authentic and enduring blueprint. The design is timeless whereas additionally capturing the prevailing zeitgeist. It’s diminished to the essence of the BMW model – and due to this fact extra BMW than ever. For this one cause why complete design safety has been registered for the brand new BMW design language used within the new BMW iX3.
The brand new BMW iX3 showcases the values and qualities of the Neue Klasse inside the template of an SAV. The primary BMW X mannequin of the brand new technology is all about inside house and a progressive life-style. At 4,782 millimetres in size, 1,895 millimetres huge and 1,635 millimetres tall, the brand new BMW iX3 has the hallmark proportions of an SAV. The attribute two-box design is infused with the rugged presence of a BMW X mannequin and has exact strains that emphasise all 4 wheels. Element optimisation of the automobile’s aerodynamics allows a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.24.
The load compartment capability of the brand new BMW iX3 will be elevated from 520 to a most 1,750 litres by folding down the rear seat backrest parts as required. The extra storage compartment underneath the bonnet can maintain one other 58 litres of cargo. Clients needing extra transportation capability can specify their automobile with the elective electrical fold-in/fold-out trailer tow hitch. The utmost trailer load of the brand new BMW iX3 50 xDrive is 2,000 kilograms.
The upright entrance finish and clearly shaped surfaces endows the brand new BMW iX3 with appreciable presence. The BMW kidneys and twin headlights – each distinctive BMW design cues – take centre stage visually. The sculpted BMW kidneys reference the Neue Klasse of the Sixties of their vertical association. An all-new mild signature assumes the position beforehand carried out by chrome in giving the automobile an aura of high quality and class. And when seen from the aspect, giant surfaces damaged up by a small variety of exact strains create a character-rich look. Flush glass surfaces and door handles are additionally options of the aspect view. The sturdy stature of the brand new BMW iX3 is underscored by body-colour wheel arches with – in acquainted BMW X mannequin fashion – subtly rectangular contours. The rear finish additionally cuts a robust and athletic determine. The taillights extending effectively into the centre of the rear finish symbolize a horizontal interpretation of the signature BMW “L” form.
Inside design: fashionable house has a BMW-typical driver focus and affords distinctive consolation for all passengers.
The design of the BMW iX3 inside units new requirements by way of modernity and digital expertise. The inside has an uncluttered, diminished design, offering the perfect stage for the digital expertise. The cabin is all in regards to the clear driver focus for which BMW is famend and luxury for all these on board. Created particularly for electrical autos, the automobile structure permits for terribly beneficiant ranges of house in all 5 seats. The strains of the “floating” instrument panel circulate instantly into the big door trim panels, creating an enveloping wrap-around impact for the passengers. With its cloth floor, the instrument panel – with atmospheric backlighting – contributes to the nice and cozy and alluring environment inside. Massive window surfaces and the elective panoramic sunroof with local weather consolation glazing generate an atmosphere bathed in mild.
One other distinguished affect within the horizontally organized cockpit is the brand new management/operation system BMW Panoramic iDrive, which relies on the likewise newly developed BMW Working System X. It brings collectively shows, geometry and lightweight & sound design right into a holistic expertise, customisable by way of the My Modes. Additionally enjoying a job listed below are the brand new driving sounds, sound results and sound indicators of the BMW HypersonX soundscape created particularly for the Neue Klasse.
The elegantly minimalist seats of the brand new design stand out with their glorious consolation ranges over lengthy journeys, sporty character, and big selection of adjustment. Additionally sporting an all-new design are the steering wheel and the centre console between the motive force’s seat and entrance passenger seat, full with storage areas and management parts. The rear seat bench affords a single, sofa-like seat floor.
Exactly organized inside worlds deliver a novel and completely distinct character to each gear package deal. The supplies and color schemes chosen are impressed by fashionable inside design and superior Neue Klasse expertise, and coordinated harmoniously with each other. They due to this fact make a noticeable, seen contribution to the distinctive consolation ranges on board the brand new BMW iX3. A lovely vary of colors allows an ideal match between the inside tones and exterior paint finishes. As options to the standard-specification Important inside design in Vivid Gray with Econeer seat coverings, prospects also can select from three different compositions in Veganza, the black BMW M inside world in Veganza and M PerformTex, and the BMW Particular person choice with a high-quality Merino leather-based/M PerformTex mixture in Black Bicolour or Adelaide Gray.
The brand new BMW iX3 will be specified as an choice with the M Sport package deal or M Sport package deal Professional from launch. Its dynamic appears are additional emphasised by Black high-gloss options for the outside, and M Sport seats and an M steering wheel contained in the automobile.
The BMW Iconic Glow exterior package deal allows a formidable sound and lightweight sequence with Relaxed, Balanced and Excited types. The welcome sequence commences as quickly as the motive force approaches the automobile and, as they take their seat, an animated greeting begins within the BMW Panoramic Imaginative and prescient and Central Show, spreading easily from the motive force’s aspect of the cockpit to the entrance passenger aspect.
BMW Panoramic iDrive: consummate driver focus, BMW-style.
The BMW iX3 is the primary series-produced mannequin wherein BMW Panoramic iDrive redefines the person expertise and due to this fact additionally Sheer Driving Pleasure. With its neatly judged stability between digital features and bodily parts, BMW Panoramic iDrive elevates intuitive operation – in keeping with BMW’s fabled “fingers on the wheel, eyes on the street” precept – to a brand new stage of driver focus. Your complete system is born out of many years of expertise and a user-centric design method. Particular person buyer suggestions, information from over 10 million linked autos and value research with greater than 3,000 prospects have been all integrated into the event course of. Bodily controls are readily available, together with for the windscreen wipers, flip sign indicators, exterior mirrors, quantity management, gear selector, parking brake, hazard warning lights, rear window heating and defrost perform. Different features have been optimised to be used by contact and voice command or by way of the multifunction steering wheel.
The BMW Clever Private Assistant has been considerably upgraded and now contains two new voices, a brand new look for the BMW Panoramic Imaginative and prescient and extra help for the motive force by means of proactive recommendations and personalisable routines. Massive Language Mannequin (LLM) expertise may also be step by step launched to allow much more intuitive voice interplay sooner or later.
BMW Panoramic iDrive brings 4 central parts collectively into a novel show and management/operation system. The BMW Panoramic Imaginative and prescient tasks info throughout the total width of the windscreen, from A-pillar to A-pillar. The content material within the centre and on the entrance passenger aspect will be tailored to non-public tastes and necessities. Key driving info seems within the driver’s sight view. And above the BMW Panoramic Imaginative and prescient, the BMW 3D Head-Up Show (if specified) can now additionally present built-in navigation and automatic driving shows on the street with spatial depth. The free-cut-design Central Show with matrix backlight expertise is situated in an ergonomically splendid place subsequent to the steering wheel. On the motive force’s aspect, vertically organized widgets allow quick and direct entry to notably steadily used features utilizing QuickSelect tech. The brand new multifunction steering wheel serves as the first bodily management level. Its button panels assist the motive force and automobile to work collectively symbiotically utilizing illuminations, a relief-like floor and haptic suggestions.
Underpinning BMW Panoramic iDrive is the likewise newly developed BMW Working System X, which affords intensive scope for personalisation by way of the BMW ID, clever driver help, all kinds of digital features, intensive connectivity utilizing the My BMW App and excellent future-proofing because of BMW Software program Updates.
The usual-fit navigation system BMW Maps options an improve for the charging-optimised route steerage, plus intelligently coordinated presentation of data on the BMW Panoramic Imaginative and prescient, Central Show and elective 3D Head-Up Show. The BMW Digital Key Plus will be arrange on smartphones and smartwatches from all of the main makers, additionally as normal. In the meantime, BMW Working System X unlocks all kinds of leisure whereas on the street and through charging stops, bringing prospects not solely music streaming apps reminiscent of Spotify and in-car gaming with AirConsole, but in addition a video-streaming app providing Disney+, YouTube and different worldwide/quite a few country-specific on-demand and stay video platforms. The Zoom App for video calls is now additionally obtainable to be used.
The BMW ConnectedDrive Retailer supplies an outline of the options prospects can at present obtain or entry, and these will be added simply and flexibly by means of ConnectedDrive Upgrades. For instance, greater than 60 third-party apps within the music & audio, leisure, gaming, information, and journey & native classes can be found worldwide. To obtain the options and use the apps, prospects will want entry to connectivity by way of BMW Digital Premium or a WiFi community/smartphone hotspot. The BMW Digital Premium vary of options prospects can add as they want includes intensive security features, prolonged navigation options, limitless information for leisure and now additionally BMW M Apps.
Sixth-generation BMW eDrive expertise: greater effectivity, extra vary, sooner charging.
The sixth-generation BMW eDrive expertise developed for the Neue Klasse includes extremely environment friendly electrical motors, essentially new high-voltage batteries with cylindrical cells, and 800V expertise. The BMW iX3 50 xDrive is powered by two electrical motors, which collectively generate output of 469 hp and 645 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and reaches a prime velocity of 210 km/h. Its electrical all-wheel-drive configuration consists of an extensively upgraded electrically excited synchronous motor (EESM) with notably excessive ranges of effectivity on the rear axle and, on the entrance axle, a brand new asynchronous motor (ASM) distinguished by its compact design and excessive value effectivity. The mix of EESM and ASM is proof of the BMW Group’s dedication to technological neutrality inside electrical mobility as effectively. The drive expertise developed for the Neue Klasse reduces power losses by 40 per cent in comparison with fifth-generation BMW eDrive expertise, weight by 10 per cent and manufacturing prices by 20 per cent.
The brand new high-voltage battery idea with cylindrical cells for the Neue Klasse additionally achieves vital advances. The power density on a cell stage is 20 per cent greater than with fifth-generation BMW eDrive expertise, and the brand new idea additionally paves the way in which for a 30 per cent enhance in charging velocity. The cylindrical cells are built-in instantly into the high-voltage battery (“cell to pack”), which advantages power density and price effectivity. Added to which, the high-voltage battery is built-in into the automobile structure as a structural element to minimise weight (“pack to open physique”). The high-voltage battery within the BMW iX3 50 xDrive has a usable power content material of 108.7 kWh, enabling a variety of as much as 805 kilometres within the WLTP cycle.
BMW Charging: quick charging occasions, premiere for bidirectional charging.
The advances introduced by sixth-generation BMW eDrive expertise have a big affect on the charging expertise, too. A most charging fee of 400 kW allows customers to fill their new BMW iX3 with sufficient power at an 800V direct present (DC) fast charging station so as to add as much as 372 kilometres of vary in simply ten minutes. The high-voltage battery can cost from 10 to 80 per cent capability in 21 minutes. Because of the battery administration tech with built-in switching matrix developed fully in-house by the BMW Group, the brand new BMW iX3 will also be charged from 400V DC stations. Upgrades to the battery preparation additionally assist to shorten charging occasions. The brand new BMW iX3 50 xDrive can prime up on alternating present (AC) at 11 kW as normal or 22 kW as an choice.
In depth bidirectional charging features are additionally obtainable for the brand new BMW iX3, that means that it may be used as an power provide supply for a wide range of purposes. The Automobile-to-Load (V2L) perform turns the brand new BMW iX3 right into a cell powerbank, which might provide electrical units with energy whereas on the transfer. Automobile-to-Dwelling (V2H) fingers it the position of storage unit for photo voltaic power generated by home-fitted photovoltaic methods. And prospects also can hook their automobile as much as the power market by way of the Automobile-to-Grid (V2G) utility and earn some cash within the course of.
The choice of standard-fitted and elective charging equipment has been considerably expanded. For versatile charging throughout a journey, prospects could make use of the brand new Multifunction Charger, which comes with a number of adapters for charging and discharging the high-voltage battery. The brand new BMW Wallbox Skilled (DC) allows bidirectional charging at dwelling or work. And BMW Charging affords the choice of cost-optimised /solar-power-optimised dwelling charging. Emblematic of the charging expertise on this new automobile technology is the clever charging flap of the brand new BMW iX3, which makes use of synthetic intelligence (AI) to detect the shopper’s intention to prime up their automobile after which routinely opens or closes. And sixth-generation BMW eDrive expertise makes it attainable to view the present charging velocity and curve within the My BMW App. As much as ten particular person charging contracts from numerous suppliers will be proven digitally inside the brand new BMW iX3, enabling use of the Plug & Cost Multi Contract perform.
Coronary heart of Pleasure: Sheer Driving Pleasure reaches a brand new stage.
One among 4 “superbrains” within the electronics structure of the Neue Klasse, the Coronary heart of Pleasure takes care of drivetrain and driving dynamics administration. This high-performance management unit is liable for the drivetrain, brakes, power recuperation and steering subfunctions, and processes info as much as ten occasions sooner than typical management models. On this manner, the potential of electrical mobility by way of instantaneous energy supply, clean energy switch, agility, stability and effectivity is utilised to the total.
Along with the BMW Dynamic Efficiency Management software program stack developed absolutely in-house, the Coronary heart of Pleasure calculates all of the driving dynamics parameters with a brand new stage of velocity and precision. Right here, the many years of expertise of BMW within the subject of driving dynamics management come to the fore. The motive force and passengers within the new BMW iX3 expertise a uniquely harmonious and BMW-typical driving feeling regardless of the scenario and velocity. Each motion of the accelerator, brake pedal and steering is executed instantly and with assurance and precision. Supreme traction and – because of the distinctive Tender Cease perform – the smoothest stopping course of ever achieved by a BMW are amongst its different attributes. As well as, the effectivity of the brand new BMW iX3 is optimised by the built-in administration of drivetrain, braking system and power recuperation. In on a regular basis driving, 98 per cent of braking manoeuvres are carried out utilizing recuperation solely, i.e. with out utility of the friction brakes.
“Superbrain of automated driving” for the motive force help methods with new-generation expertise.
One other high-performance laptop brings collectively all of the automated driving and parking features within the BMW iX3. With 20 occasions higher processing energy than typical management models, the “superbrain of automated driving” allows a big technological advance with the Neue Klasse on this space as effectively.
BMW Symbiotic Drive supplies seamless assist.
The BMW iX3 makes use of its Symbiotic Drive functionality mixed with driver help to create a very new driving expertise. Each time the motive force needs to speed up, brake or steer, their inputs merge seamlessly and intuitively with AI-enabled software program. The result’s an entire new type of Sheer Driving Pleasure. These driver help features are typically already included as normal with entry-level specification. For instance, the automated cruise management system will not be deactivated with solely a light-weight press of the brake pedal; as an alternative, it is just switched off when the motive force brakes tougher. The further-developed BMW motorway assistant helps BMW iX3 drivers from the second they be part of a motorway till they depart it, and permits them to take their fingers off the steering wheel for lengthy intervals. The performance provided by the Metropolis Assistant contains site visitors mild detection, the place the automobile routinely stops after which strikes off once more.
New electronics structure with 4 “superbrains”.
The fully newly developed electronics structure includes a complete of 4 high-performance computer systems often called “superbrains”. They pool their processing energy for driving dynamics, automated driving, infotainment and primary & comfort-enhancing features. Additionally they present the premise for a brand new software program structure that may be constantly upgraded and is due to this fact designed to include upcoming perform updates together with AI options.
The brand new digital nervous system consists of a wiring harness divided into 4 zones. This reduces weight by 30 per cent in comparison with the expertise used beforehand and permits for round 600 metres much less wiring. One other new function are digital “sensible eFuses”, which change classical security fuses. They allow clever energy modes for various automobile states that assist to enhance the automobile’s general effectivity.
With its 4 superbrains and extremely linked software program platforms, the BMW iX3 is a real software-defined automobile and exceptionally effectively outfitted for the long run. Added to which, the brand new electronics structure types the premise for multifaceted enhancements within the networking of the BMW iX3 with the My BMW App. This new stage of high quality in terms of integration delivers new experiences and holds appreciable potential for future improvements.
Tools and individualisation to boost driving pleasure, consolation and flexibility.
The brand new BMW iX3 will probably be obtainable with one stable and 5 metallic paint finishes from launch. As an alternative choice to the 20-inch light-alloy wheels fitted as normal, prospects also can browse an unique choice of new light-alloy wheels (20-, 21- and 22-inch) obtainable as an choice. The vary additionally contains BMW M and BMW Particular person light-alloy wheels, some in aerodynamically and weight-optimised Air Efficiency specification.
Clients can tailor the design of the cabin to their private fashion with the assistance of the Important, Modern, M Sport and BMW Particular person inside design worlds. The motive force’s seat and entrance passenger seat are heated and electrically adjustable as normal. M Sport seats and multifunction seats can be found as choices. Additionally on the choices checklist are a sports activities steering wheel and an M Sport steering wheel.
Customary specification for the brand new BMW iX3 50 xDrive additionally contains two-zone automated local weather management, Consolation Entry, automated tailgate operation, the prolonged exterior mirror package deal, an alarm system and the telephony with wi-fi charging perform. Among the many different highlights of the elective gear providing are three-zone automated local weather management, adaptive headlight features with clever mild management, the BMW Iconic Glow package deal together with illuminated BMW kidneys, the Harman Kardon HiFi system with 13 audio system, steering wheel heating and a big panoramic sunroof, whose local weather consolation glazing has distinctive photo voltaic power filtering and 100-per cent UV safety.
Holistic method concentrating on circularity and CO2 discount.
The BMW Group kicked off the event of its upcoming automobile technology by intensifying its efforts to extend circularity and scale back CO2 emissions as soon as once more. A holistic method to minimising the product carbon footprint has additionally been utilized for the brand new BMW iX3 – from circularity-focused product improvement and a provide chain optimised by the systematic use of secondary supplies and renewable power to manufacturing, the use part of the automobile and its subsequent recycling.
Quite a lot of actions be certain that the product carbon footprint of the brand new BMW iX3 50 xDrive over its full life cycle – as measured in CO2e (CO2 equivalents) and primarily based on a mileage of 200,000 kilometres – is 34 per cent smaller than that of its predecessor. Which means, when utilizing power sourced from the European electrical energy combine, it’ll have a smaller product carbon footprint (primarily based on general life cycle) than a comparable combustion-engined mannequin as soon as it has lined round 21,500 kilometres. If the automobile is charged solely utilizing electrical energy from renewable sources, it solely must clock up 17,500 kilometres earlier than it reaches the identical level.
Round a 3rd of the brand new BMW iX3 is constructed from secondary uncooked supplies. For instance, the thermoplastic elements for the motor compartment, the space for storing underneath the bonnet and its cowl are constructed from 30 per cent recycled marine plastic. The yarn for the Econeer seat tops is constructed from 100 per cent recycled PET, yarn for the headlining and ground mats is constructed from 100 per cent recycled supplies. In relation to the chassis of the automobile, aluminium consisting of 80 per cent secondary uncooked materials is used for the swivel bearings and hub carriers, whereas the wheel rims are forged from aluminium with a 70 per cent secondary materials content material.
The general product carbon footprint of the provision chain for the BMW iX3 50 xDrive has been diminished by 35 per cent. Manufacturing at BMW Group Plant Debrecen doesn’t use fossil fuels in regular operation. And because of sixth-generation BMW eDrive expertise and different BMW EfficientDynamics measures, the general effectivity of the brand new BMW iX3 within the use part is round 20 per cent greater than that of the predecessor mannequin.
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