BMW has introduced its new electric model, the iX3, in Brazil, which holds the title of the country's vehicle with the longest range. This mid-size electric SUV represents the first launch of the Neue Klasse line in the national territory.
Record Performance and Range
According to the methodology established by Inmetro, the iX3 can travel up to 570 km on a single charge. This performance surpasses the previous range record in the Brazilian cycle, which belonged to the iX model, with 498 km. The new iX3 is notable for being the first electric car to exceed the 500 km mark by a considerable margin.
Technical Specifications and Price
Despite its large range capacity, the iX3 has a high cost, priced at R$ 582,950. It arrives on the market in an exclusive configuration, the 50 xDrive, equipped with an electric motor on each axle and a 108.7 kWh battery. This combination generates a total of 469 hp and 65.8 kgfm, allowing the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds. Its top speed is limited to 210 km/h.
Design and Interior Features
In terms of dimensions, the new BMW iX3 measures 4.78 meters in length, 1.89 m in width, and 1.63 m in height. Even with the stature of a robust SUV, it maintains a low aerodynamic coefficient of only 0.24. The interior was designed with a more minimalist style, highlighting a narrow horizontal screen at the top of the dashboard to display crucial information. The multimedia center is presented on a parallelogram-shaped screen.
The brand preserved some essential physical controls, such as buttons for audio volume control, mirror adjustment, parking brake, and defrosters. Although the air conditioning controls are located on the screen, they remain always visible. The native navigation system, called BMW Maps, has been updated to include charging point information. Furthermore, the vehicle features a digital key, enabling the use of the mobile phone to unlock doors and start the engine.
Cargo Capacity and Availability
The trunk space is quite ample, offering a capacity of 520 liters. By folding down the seat, this volume can be expanded to 1,750 liters. Currently, the new BMW iX3 is in the pre-sale phase and will be imported directly from Debrecen, Hungary.
