BMW’s Neue Klasse era has almost arrived in Australia with the company announcing local pricing for the new iX3 electric mid-size SUV ahead of its mid-year arrival. Pricing starts at $109,900 plus on-road costs for the launch iX3 50 xDrive variant, which is almost $19,000 more than the cheapest version of the previous iX3, but there are significant improvements in range, performance and standard equipment to justify the increase.

The iX3 sits on a new platform that can accommodate charging speeds of up to 400kW, which is one of the highest in the industry, while its huge 108.7kWh battery enables a WLTP-rated range of up to 805km depending on wheels selected. Its charging timing stats are impressive: 350km of range can be added in just 10 minutes of charging, and a 10 to 80 per cent charge can take as little as 21 minutes (with an appropriately DC fast charger).

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At launch, only the 50 xDrive variant will be available in the iX3 range, with more due to be launched later. The 50 employs a dual-motor set-up making 345kW of power and 645Nm of torque, which is enough grunt for a claimed 4.9-second 0-100km/h sprint time and a 210km/h top speed.

In contrast, the previous iX3 was rear-drive only, made 210kW/400Nm and was rated at a range of 460km from its 80kWh battery.

Standard equipment for the iX3 50 xDrive is lengthy, including a configurable 43.3-inch panoramic screen at the bottom of the windscreen, a 17.9-inch touchscreen, a 3D head-up display, 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic glass roof, ‘Veganza’ synthetic leather upholstery, heated electric front seats with memory, Karman Kardon audio, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, live services and a full suite of active safety features.

Further reflecting BMW’s value positioning for the iX3 in Australia, only a handful of options will be available, including the $3500 M Sport Pro package, $2500 tow bar preparation and various colour and wheel options.

Against competition such as the Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (from $122,500 plus on-road costs), Polestar 3 ($116,700 +ORC) and Genesis Electrified GV70 ($132,800 +ORC), the iX3 is capable of faster charging and travelling further on a charge.

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2026 BMW iX3 pricing (excluding on-road costs):

iX3 50 xDrive$109,900

BMW iX3 50 xDrive standard equipment:

  • 20-inch alloy wheels with a tyre repair kit
  • Automatic all-LED exterior and interior lighting
  • Automatic rain-sensing wipers
  • Illuminated grille
  • Keyless entry and start, digital key
  • Panoramic glass roof
  • Hands-free electric tailgate
  • ‘Veganza’ synthetic leather upholstery
  • Heated and electrically adjustable front seats with memory
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear air vents
  • 43.3-inch panoramic dashboard screen
  • 3D head-up display
  • 17.9-inch touchscreen with live services
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Satellite navigation with live traffic
  • DAB+ digital radio
  • Harman Kardon sound system
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Automatic parking
  • Tyre pressure monitoring
  • Autonomous emergency braking
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Lane keeping assistance with adaptive lane guidance
  • Blind-spot monitoring
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • 360-degree camera

iX3 50 options:

  • M Sport Pro Package (red or blue brake callipers, M seat belts, M Sport front seats, M two-spoke steering wheel, black exterior styling features): $3500
  • Leather upholstery: $4000
  • White steering wheel (only with white interior): $400
  • Tow hitch preparation: $2500
  • 21-22-inch alloy wheels: $2500 – $7700
  • Premium paint: $2000 – $6000