Overview
- BMW’s U.S. configurator went live Wednesday with a $62,850 starting price including destination, a $1,000 reservation, and deliveries expected to begin in late September.
- BMW lists up to 434 miles on no-cost 20-inch summer tires, while 20-inch all-seasons show 383 miles and 21-inch all-seasons show 399 miles, with figures noted as company estimates pending EPA certification.
- The Neue Klasse SUV uses an 800-volt system that can charge at up to 400 kW, adding an estimated 185 miles in 10 minutes, and the 50 xDrive is rated around 463 horsepower.
- The electric iX3 50 xDrive undercuts the $67,850 X3 M50 gas model, and popular packages and options can push the EV to about $85,845 when fully equipped.
- A lower-cost iX3 40 variant is reported for later availability in other markets, but BMW has not confirmed U.S. plans.