BMW iX3: Neue Klasse oder alter Hut?

About this video

• Video Title: BMW iX3: Neue Klasse oder alter Hut?
• Channel: auto motor und sport
• Speakers: Not specified in transcript
• Duration: 00:13:35

Overview

This video reviews the BMW iX3, exploring its features and how it fits into BMW's "new class" of vehicles. It covers the new design language, powertrain, battery technology, charging capabilities, interior controls, electronics architecture, interior space, and sustainability aspects. The video aims to determine if the iX3 represents a significant advancement or a continuation of existing BMW traits.

Key takeaways

• New Design Language: The iX3 introduces BMW's updated design, featuring a prominent vertical kidney grille, new chrome accents, wider headlights, and a flatter overall design compared to previous models.
• Electric Powertrain and Battery: It boasts a 345 kW (470 PS) system output with all-wheel drive, a newly developed electric motor, and a 108 kWh battery offering a range of up to 800 km.
• Advanced Charging: The vehicle supports 800-volt architecture, enabling charging speeds of up to 400 kW, allowing for a 10-80% charge in 21 minutes and adding 350 km of range in 10 minutes. It also supports bidirectional charging.
• Panoramic iDrive Cockpit: A new interior concept includes a steering wheel with physical buttons, a 17.9-inch touchscreen, and a large, reflective display that creates a 3D effect for the driver. Customization of displayed information is a key feature.
• Electronics Architecture: The vehicle utilizes a new "four superbrains" electronics architecture, with a "Heart of Joy" unit significantly improving driving dynamics control speed.
• Interior and Space: The iX3 offers ample space, a good legroom and headroom, and a high-quality interior with vegan leather. It has a cargo capacity of 520 liters, expandable to 1750 liters with the seats folded.
• Sustainability Focus: BMW highlights the use of recycled materials, avoidance of rare earth metals in motors, and a calculated environmental amortization of the vehicle within 21,500 km (or 17,500 km with green electricity).
• Market Position: While incorporating new technologies like 800-volt systems and round cells, the video notes that some of these are not entirely new to the industry, with competitors having introduced them earlier. However, BMW's 400 kW charging capability is noted as a leading feature.
• Pricing and Availability: The BMW iX3 i50 xDrive starts at €68,900, with orders open immediately and deliveries expected in spring 2026. A lower-priced version is anticipated.