The BMW iX3 is about as close to all-new as a new-generation model can be.
While it shares its name with the outgoing iX3, which was based on the previous-generation combustion-powered X3, the new iX3 debuts BMW’s Neue Klasse dedicated electric vehicle (EV) platform and incorporates the German brand’s sixth-generation eDrive technology.
It’s launching here midway through 2026 in 50 xDrive form, featuring a 345kW/645Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain and a large 108kWh battery.
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This affords the iX3 a range of 805km on the WLTP cycle, the most of any new vehicle currently on sale in Australia. Its 800V electrical system also supports DC fast-charging at up to 400kW, well up on the 150kW figure of the outgoing iX3 which also managed “only” 460km of WLTP range.
Inside, it debuts a bold new look for BMW, with a 43.3-inch BMW Panoramic Vision display sweeping across the base of the windscreen and complementing a head-up display and 17.9-inch infotainment touchscreen.
Despite these significant improvements, it’s just $5000 dearer than the outgoing iX3 was in flagship single-motor rear-wheel drive specification. It also undercuts mid-size luxury electric SUV rivals including the Audi Q6 e-tron quattro, Porsche Macan 4, Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor, and Genesis Electrified GV70, all of which are priced between $120,000-140,000 before on-road costs.
A more affordable single-motor rear-wheel drive iX3 40 variant is due on sale here in 2027, likely followed by a sportier iX3 M60. BMW is also reportedly working on a quad-motor iX3 M performance flagship.
Pricing
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive | $109,900 |
Drivetrains and Efficiency
The iX3 features an 800V electrical architecture, allowing for an impressive DC charge rate of 400kW. BMW says 372km of range can be added in 10 minutes, with a 10-80 per cent charge taking 21 minutes.
Towing capacity has yet to be confirmed, but BMW will offer trailer tow hitch preparation for an extra $2500.
| Specifications | BMW iX3 |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Dual electric motors |
| Battery | 108kWh |
| Power | 345kW |
| Torque | 645Nm |
| Drive type | All-wheel drive |
| Kerb weight | 2360kg |
| Payload | 540kg |
| 0-100km/h (claimed) | 4.9 seconds |
| Energy consumption (claimed) | 15.1kWh/100km |
| Claimed range | 805km (WLTP) |
| Max AC charge rate | 22kW |
| Max DC charge rate | 400kW |
Dimensions
| Dimensions | BMW iX3 |
|---|---|
| Length | 4782mm |
| Width | 1895mm |
| Height | 1635mm |
| Wheelbase | 2897mm |
| Cargo capacity | 520L (rear seats up)1750L (rear seats folded) 58L (under bonnet) |
Servicing and Warranty
All BMW models are covered by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty in Australia. The battery is also covered for eight years or 160,000km – whichever comes first.
BMW has yet to announce service pricing.
Safety
The BMW iX3 has yet to be assessed by safety authorities Euro NCAP and NCAP.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Lane-keep assist
- Steering and Lane Control Assistant
- Safe exit warning
- Surround-view camera
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Traffic sign recognition
- Tyre pressure monitoring
Standard Equipment
There’s just one iX3 variant for now.
Standard equipment includes:
- 20-inch M light-alloy wheels (double-spoke, style 1048 M)
- Tyre repair kit
- LED headlights
- BMW Iconic Glow exterior package
- Panoramic glass sunroof with ‘climate comfort glazing’
- M Sport Package
- M Sport brakes with blue calipers
- Power tailgate
- Power-folding exterior mirrors
- Proximity entry and start
- BMW Dynamic Performance Control
- Semi-autonomous parking assist
- Head-up display
- 43.3-inch BMW Panoramic Vision display
- 17.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- DAB+ digital radio
- Satellite navigation
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Harman Kardon sound system
- Veganza leatherette upholstery
- Multi-function front seats
- Heating
- Power adjustment
- Memory
- Heated sports steering wheel
- Dual-zone climate control
- 3-year BMW Digital Premium subscription
- Over-the-air updates
- Ambient lighting
Options
The M Sport Pro Package costs $3500 and adds:
- M Sport brakes with high-gloss red calipers
- M seat belts
- M steering wheel
- M Sport front seats
- Glass kidney grille in M Shadowline
- M-specific high-gloss black diffuser
- High-gloss black mirror caps
You can also add dark blue metallic M Sport brakes, a black M steering wheel, and multifunction front seats as part of a package at no extra cost.
There are a handful of available wheels. These comprise:
- 21-inch M light alloy (star-spoke style 1050 M): $2500
- 21-inch M aerodynamic (1051 M): $2500
- 22-inch BMW Individual aerodynamic (1053): $5300
- 22-inch M light alloy (Y-spoke style 1054 M): $7700
Other options include:
- Leather upholstery: $4000
- Trailer tow hitch preparation: $2500
- White BMW Individual steering wheel: $300 (only with Digital White Bicolour upholstery)
- Veganza/Performtex upholstery: no-cost option
Colours
Alpine White is the standard exterior paint finish.
The following colours are available for an extra $2000:
- Black Sapphire metallic
- M Brooklyn Grey metallic
- Space Silver metallic
- Fire Red metallic
- Ocean Wave Blue metallic
- Eucalyptus Green metallic
- BMW Individual Polarised Grey metallic
BMW Individual Frozen Space Silver is a $6000 option.
The Veganza upholstery can be had in the following colours, all no-cost options:
- Black Bicolour
- Digital White Bicolour
- Castanea Bicolour
The optional $4000 leather upholstery can be had in Black, only with multifunction front seats, and in Adelaide Grey with M Sport seats.
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