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Update August 1, 2025:
iX3 50 xDrive combined power output: 345 kW / 645 Nm (463 hp / 476 lb-ft), with the ability to sustain 170 kW (228 hp) over a 30 minute period.
- In production 7/25-10/33 in Debrecen with the European 50 xDrive.
- Production of the same model for North American and Asian markets will start in 03/26.
- Production at SLP starts in the second half of 2026.
- Confirmed colors (will possibly have others): Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Space Silver, Polarized Grey, Brooklyn Grey, Ocean Wave Blue, Smokey Green, Fire/Vegas Red.
- Model range: 40, 40 xDrive, 50 xDrive, M60 xDrive
- 07/26: two new models added, including M60
- Will be the first model to use several new features. The most interesting ones are the Panoramic Stage interface recently previewed in the NK concept (it will be standard) and the Augmented View. The options we're already familiar with will include Iconic Glow exterior, the first use of multifunction seats with massage function on a 3-series level model, and various M features (M packages, M trims, M seats, M steering wheel). At least at this time, there is no autonomous driving beyond Level 2.
- The M60 packaging will differ from the regular model with M suspension and brakes, 21" wheels instead of 20" on the lower models, and several optional features like upgraded seats and audio offered as standard.
- May include ZA5 iX3M.
- Size specs for iX3 50 xDrive (in mm):
Length: 4780
Width: 1895
Height: 1635
Wheelbase: 2895
Luggage: 520l/1750l
Frunk: 58l
Curb weight w/o driver: 2285kg - Performance specifications:
Battery usable/total: 108.4kWh/113.4kWh, likely running at 700V (not a typo) internally.
0-100km/h: 4.9s
Top speed: 210km/h
Front motor: 123kW/255Nm
Rear motor: 240kW/435Nm
Charging max power: 400kW
Charging time 10-80%: 21 minutes.
BMW taketh away, but BMW also sometimes giveth. Please enjoy some descriptions of the new features (EU specific):
Some marketing words about the car in general: The BMW iX3 reinvents advanced design with ease. The clear design language of the exterior continues in the interior and creates an open and spacious feeling. Via the completely new BMW Panoramic iDrive, you interact intuitively with the vehicle by voice or touch. Extensive standard equipment includes among others: LED headlights and LED taillights with high beam assistant; Automatic tailgate operation with Smart Opener; Flush electrically extending door handles with comfort access; BMW Digital Key Plus for smartphone or smartwatch; Extended exterior mirror package, electrically foldable, with front area lighting; Intelligent charging flap, opens and closes automatically; 58l additional storage space under the front lid, waterproof and dustproof; BMW Panoramic iDrive with BMW Operating System X; BMW Panoramic Vision, Central Display in Free-Cut design and multifunction steering wheel; BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant; BMW Maps incl. online navigation and active route guidance; Automatic climate control with 2-zone control with efficient heat pump and auxiliary heating/climate control; Front seats, electrically adjustable, with memory function; Rear seat bench 40/20/40 split, with manual backrest tilt adjustment; 800V eDrive drive of the 6th generation with Li-ion round cell battery and xDrive all-wheel system with two electric motors; Heart of Joy with BMW Dynamic Performance Control as central control of drive and driving dynamics for highest dynamics, precision and efficiency; Hill Descent Control: Downhill assist that regulates speed on steep slopes; Lane change warning, lane keeping assistant, distance information, right-of-way warning, emergency brake assistant, emergency steering intervention, attention assistant with emergency stop, evasion assistance rear collision warning; Speed control, speed limiter, Speed Limit Info; Rear view camera incl. panorama view, parking assistant, Park Distance Control, reversing assistant, rear emergency braking function, start-up monitoring, exit warning; DC charging with 800V technology and compatibility with 400V charging infrastructure; Charging via remote access (Compatible electricity providers control the charging process at home cost-optimized; Bidirectional charging (DC) for Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) in conjunction with the optionally available BMW Wallbox Professional.
Panoramic Vision: Driver display on the left shows speed limits, no-passing zones, the current speed, the remaining range, messages from active driver assistance systems. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is in the center when activated, including by voice. Other space can be used by up to six customizable widgets (weather, navigation, media).
3D Head-Up Display: Continuous display of speed and speed limit, road layout in color and 3D, Curve-Ahead View, visualization of driving maneuvers.
BMW Digital Premium: provides Security Assistant, additional BMW Maps functions, and data volume for entertainment. 4 years free, subscription required after that period. Security Assistant detects intrusion attempts, records video and sends notifications to the phone; when driving, stores video recording in case of an accident. BMW Maps add proactive notifications of traffic conditions on regularly used routes. Adds apps such as Zoom, Spotify, or YouTube and AirConsole games playable with phones as controls. With M packages, includes M Apps to track vehicle dynamics.
Driving Assistant Plus: active cruise control 15-180 km/h, lane keeping
Highway Assistant: Works from on-ramp to off-ramp at speeds up to 130km/h. Hands off with driver attention monitoring. Lane changes confirmed with a glance at the corresponding exterior mirror. 4 years free, subscription required after that period. Current availability: Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Highway & City Assistant: Additionally to Highway Assistant, operates on city streets, braking and accelerating and obeying traffic lights. Current availability: Germany.
M Sport Package: Bumpers, side skirts and diffuser in dynamic optics, M sport brake in dark blue with M logo, 20" M light alloy wheels double spoke 1048M, M logo mirror projection and M entry sills, Sport steering wheel with M logo, M specific pedal pads, Interior design BMW M | Black
M Sport Package Pro: Adds the following to the regular M package: BMW Iconic Glow kidney grille in high-gloss Shadow Line, Rear diffuser and mirror caps in high-gloss black, M sport brake in red with M logo, M sport seats, M seat belts, M steering wheel.
Standard Steering Wheel: vertical spokes, driver assistance controls on the left, infotainment controls on the right, with tactile feedback.
Sport Steering Wheel: vertical spokes, partially perforated Veganza with elements Rhodonite and high-gloss black and M logo.
M Steering Wheel: partially perforated Veganza, spokes at four and eight o'clock.
M Sport Seats: 10-way adjustable, including lumbar support, backrest width, and headrest (all electric with memory). 7-stage massage function, illuminated M logo, integrated Travel & Comfort System
Multifunction Seats: Similar functionality to M Sport Seats with a more comfort oriented shape.
Automatic Climate Control: [this is an optional upgrade, not the standard system] 3 zones for driver, front passenger, and rear passengers, can be controlled using voice or an additional touchscreen in the back, includes active carbon and fine particle filters.
Iconic Glow Exterior: Includes BMW Iconic Glow kidney grille and surface lights next to the kidney grille and in the taillights. Three variants of Welcome/Goodbye animation: Relaxed, Balanced, Excited (last two with sound)
Adaptive Light Functions: Glare-free high beam assistant, dynamic cornering light, additional corner lights when turning, extended light cone on highways.
Multifunction Charger: Compatible with household sockets, CEE, or public charging stations. Can provide up to 3.7kW to other devices with an adapter. Bidirectional charging delayed entry until 03/26.
HK Speaker System: 13 speakers, 365W.
Panoramic Sunroof: More than 1.5 m in length, special climate comfort glass with UV and IR protection. A foldable fully opaque shade is available as an accessory.
Interior Design Essential - Vivid Grey: Seats in Econeer Vivid Grey, instrument panel in Veganza Black and Atlas Grey, door trim in Veganza Atlas Grey/Black, armrests in doors and center armrest in Veganza Black, center console brace in Rhodonite Silver, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite.
Interior Design Contemporary - Agave Green: Seats in Veganza Agave Green with black accents, instrument panel in Veganza Black and illuminated textile Black, door trim, armrests in doors and center armrest in Veganza Black, center console brace in Rhodonite Silver with contour lighting, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite, front entry sills in aluminum.
Interior Design Contemporary - Digital White: Seats in Digital White with Atlas Grey accents, instrument panel in Digital White and illuminated textile Atlas Grey, door trim Veganza Digital White/Black, armrests in doors in Veganza Black, center armrest in Veganza Digital White, center console brace in Rhodonite Silver with contour lighting, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite, front entry sills in aluminum.
Interior Design Contemporary - Black: Seats in Veganza Black with Atlas Grey accents, instrument panel in Veganza Black and illuminated textile Atlas Grey, door trim, armrests in doors and center armrest in Veganza Black, center console brace in Rhodonite Silver with contour lighting, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite, front entry sills in aluminum.
Interior Design Contemporary - Castanea: Seats in Veganza Castanea with Atlas Grey accents, instrument panel in Veganza Castanea and illuminated textile Castanea, door trim in Veganza Castanea/Black, armrests in doors in Veganza Black, center armrest in Veganza Castanea, center console brace in Rhodonite Silver with contour lighting, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite, front entry sills in aluminum.
Interior Design BMW Individual with Leather - Black Seats in Leather 'Merino' Black/Atlas Grey, instrument panel in Veganza Black and illuminated textile Atlas Grey, door trim, armrests in doors and center armrest in Veganza Black, center console brace in Rhodonite Silver with contour lighting, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite, front entry sills in aluminum.
Interior Design BMW Individual with Leather - Adelaide Grey M Sport seats in Leather 'Merino' Adelaide Grey/M PerformTex Black, instrument panel in M PerformTex Black and M specific illuminated textile in Anthracite, door trim M PerformTex Black and Veganza Black, armrests in doors and center armrest in Veganza Black, center console brace in Graphite Black with contour lighting, headliner and floor trim in Anthracite, M front entry sills in aluminum.
