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New BMW i3, iX3, iX4 and iX5 details leak
In an industry often punctuated by cautious strides, BMW is making bold leaps into its electric future. A surge of information from a well-placed insider within the Bimmerpost forum has sketched a tantalizing outline of BMW's electrification plans, which include a spectrum of new models slated to emerge over the next decade. The resurgence of the i3 in sedan guise, coupled with a series of iX-branded SUVs, marks a strategic expansion of BMW’s EV lineup.
The first model off the starting line will be the next-gen iX3, slated to roll into production in July 2025. Anticipated to house a bevy of new features, such as the Panoramic Vision interface and optional multifunction massaging seats, this model is a clear signal of BMW's commitment to innovation. However, enthusiasts outside of Europe may need to curb their impatience, as its arrival in global markets is forecasted for the spring of 2026. As BMW fine-tunes its augmented reality technology for a 2027 debut, the iX3 will grace the roads with a Level 2 driving automation, a modest yet significant step toward the autonomous driving future.
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In an industry often punctuated by cautious strides, BMW is making bold leaps into its electric future. A surge of information from a well-placed insider within the Bimmerpost forum has sketched a tantalizing outline of BMW's electrification plans, which include a spectrum of new models slated to emerge over the next decade. The resurgence of the i3 in sedan guise, coupled with a series of iX-branded SUVs, marks a strategic expansion of BMW’s EV lineup.
The first model off the starting line will be the next-gen iX3, slated to roll into production in July 2025. Anticipated to house a bevy of new features, such as the Panoramic Vision interface and optional multifunction massaging seats, this model is a clear signal of BMW's commitment to innovation. However, enthusiasts outside of Europe may need to curb their impatience, as its arrival in global markets is forecasted for the spring of 2026. As BMW fine-tunes its augmented reality technology for a 2027 debut, the iX3 will grace the roads with a Level 2 driving automation, a modest yet significant step toward the autonomous driving future.
New BMW i3, iX3, iX4 and iX5 details leak
BMW's plan to electrify its fleet sees the revival of the i3 and an expansion of the iX series, combining luxury with future-focused technology.
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New BMW iX3 kick starts Neue Klasse blitz from 2025
Bold replacement for BMW iX3 is one of six new-era electric cars due to host radical changes for brand
The first model to be based on BMW’s Neue Klasse EV platform is taking shape ahead of a planned UK launch during the latter half of 2025.
Set to succeed the existing iX3, the bold five-seat SUV will pack close to 600bhp in its most potent form and spearhead a six-strong range of electric cars atop the new 800V platform.
Among them will also be the radical i3 saloon, which was previewed as the Neue Klasse concept at the Munich show in September.
Other Neue Klasse electric models will be added to the BMW line-up in quick succession, BMW R&D boss Frank Weber told Autocar.
“We are in a phase where flexibility is required,” he said. “We have to detach ourselves from how we have perceived platforms up to now.
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Bold replacement for BMW iX3 is one of six new-era electric cars due to host radical changes for brand
The first model to be based on BMW’s Neue Klasse EV platform is taking shape ahead of a planned UK launch during the latter half of 2025.
Set to succeed the existing iX3, the bold five-seat SUV will pack close to 600bhp in its most potent form and spearhead a six-strong range of electric cars atop the new 800V platform.
Among them will also be the radical i3 saloon, which was previewed as the Neue Klasse concept at the Munich show in September.
Other Neue Klasse electric models will be added to the BMW line-up in quick succession, BMW R&D boss Frank Weber told Autocar.
“We are in a phase where flexibility is required,” he said. “We have to detach ourselves from how we have perceived platforms up to now.
New BMW iX3 kick starts Neue Klasse blitz from 2025 | Autocar
Bold replacement for BMW iX3 is one of six new-era electric cars due to host radical changes for brand
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That sir is a beauty but in my humble opinion the M-ers look better in darker colours 
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WATCH: Kuruman onlookers go crazy for new BMW X3 prototypes
The new-generation BMW X3 has yet to be revealed to the world, but it has already won the hearts of at least one small Northern Cape town.
A video posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Motor Magnet shows three heavily disguised prototype SUVs making their way through the town centre of Kuruman while cheering locals make their approval loud and clear.
The new-generation BMW X3 has yet to be revealed to the world, but it has already won the hearts of at least one small Northern Cape town.
A video posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Motor Magnet shows three heavily disguised prototype SUVs making their way through the town centre of Kuruman while cheering locals make their approval loud and clear.
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BMW X3 prototype drive
Major overhaul in every department for Munich’s best-selling model
BMW’s recent unveiling of the Neue Klasse X concept showed us how the BMW iX3 is set to radically progress in 2025.
The heavy focus on the electric SUV doesn’t mean Munich is abandoning the combustion-engined BMW X3 any time soon, though. On the contrary: as petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid cars continue to take the majority of the brand’s sales, it will send its most popular model into a fourth generation at the end of this year.
The new X3 uses the same CLAR platform as before, so it’s not an entirely new car but a development of its seven-year-old predecessor. Nevertheless, says project leader Martin Delitz: “We’ve re-engineered many elements, including the chassis, to give it an even broader range of driving characteristics and added ride comfort. The electric architecture is also new, allowing us to offer more efficient drivetrain options as well as more advanced driver assistance systems.”
Even with wraps disguising the exteriors of our high-mileage durability prototypes, it’s clearly a bolder-looking car, with a wider kidney grille, a higher front end, pronounced wheel arches and a more sloped roof – but not one akin to the Neue Klasse X, indicating that the X3 and iX3 will notably diverge.
www.autocar.co.uk
Major overhaul in every department for Munich’s best-selling model
BMW’s recent unveiling of the Neue Klasse X concept showed us how the BMW iX3 is set to radically progress in 2025.
The heavy focus on the electric SUV doesn’t mean Munich is abandoning the combustion-engined BMW X3 any time soon, though. On the contrary: as petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid cars continue to take the majority of the brand’s sales, it will send its most popular model into a fourth generation at the end of this year.
The new X3 uses the same CLAR platform as before, so it’s not an entirely new car but a development of its seven-year-old predecessor. Nevertheless, says project leader Martin Delitz: “We’ve re-engineered many elements, including the chassis, to give it an even broader range of driving characteristics and added ride comfort. The electric architecture is also new, allowing us to offer more efficient drivetrain options as well as more advanced driver assistance systems.”
Even with wraps disguising the exteriors of our high-mileage durability prototypes, it’s clearly a bolder-looking car, with a wider kidney grille, a higher front end, pronounced wheel arches and a more sloped roof – but not one akin to the Neue Klasse X, indicating that the X3 and iX3 will notably diverge.
BMW X3 prototype drive | Autocar
Major overhaul in every department for Munich’s best-selling model
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BMWBlog first look at the new 2025 X3 M50i & X3 Hybrid
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This is our first official peek at new BMW X3 ahead of its imminent debut
BMW has confirmed that it will pull the covers off its all-new X3 in a few weeks from now, and to whet the appetite the German carmaker has released some disguised prototype images.
The new X3 is currently undergoing final tuning of all chassis control and driver assistance systems at the company’s test centre in southern France.
X3 prototypes have also been spotted in South Africa recently, and in fact caused quite a stir in the Northern Cape town of Kuruman back in February - read more about that here.
The new X3 is a very important product for our country as it will be built in Rosslyn for local consumption and export following a R4.2 billion investment announced back in 2023. This will also see the Gauteng plant produce its first plug-in hybrid model.
BMW has confirmed that it will pull the covers off its all-new X3 in a few weeks from now, and to whet the appetite the German carmaker has released some disguised prototype images.
The new X3 is currently undergoing final tuning of all chassis control and driver assistance systems at the company’s test centre in southern France.
X3 prototypes have also been spotted in South Africa recently, and in fact caused quite a stir in the Northern Cape town of Kuruman back in February - read more about that here.
The new X3 is a very important product for our country as it will be built in Rosslyn for local consumption and export following a R4.2 billion investment announced back in 2023. This will also see the Gauteng plant produce its first plug-in hybrid model.
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Scott BMW Smith review of the 2024 X3 M40i
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SVI Hands BMW X3 the Bulletproof Treatment
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SVI Hands BMW X3 the Bulletproof Treatment
Signifying a first for Africa, SVI Engineering, with approval from BMW, is now offering the X3 with an armouring package...
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All-New BMW X3 Reveal Scheduled for June 2024
Ahead of its production debut in the middle of June 2024, some details about the all-new BMW X3 have been released.
The all-new BMW X3 is almost ready to be revealed. Now in its 4th generation, the X3 has proven to be one of BMW’s successful models thanks to the market ditching sedans for higher-riding SUVs. The predecessor is said to be BMW’s most successful X3 ever and the brand’s best-selling product in 2023, with around 350 000 units sold
The all-new BMW X3 is of importance and relevance to South Africa as not only is the vehicle sold here, but its also manufactured at the BMW Group facility Rosslyn, near Pretoria. As part of a R4.2 billion investment over the next five years, BMW SA will be building the X3 range for both local consumption and export.
Ahead of its production debut in the middle of June 2024, some details about the all-new BMW X3 have been released.
The all-new BMW X3 is almost ready to be revealed. Now in its 4th generation, the X3 has proven to be one of BMW’s successful models thanks to the market ditching sedans for higher-riding SUVs. The predecessor is said to be BMW’s most successful X3 ever and the brand’s best-selling product in 2023, with around 350 000 units sold
The all-new BMW X3 is of importance and relevance to South Africa as not only is the vehicle sold here, but its also manufactured at the BMW Group facility Rosslyn, near Pretoria. As part of a R4.2 billion investment over the next five years, BMW SA will be building the X3 range for both local consumption and export.