The new BMW i3 sedan has finally filled in enough blanks to picture what its more practical wagon sibling might look like. With BMW confirming an i3 Touring, independent artists have stepped in to interpret the brand’s vague teasers and turn them into something more tangible.

Nikita Chuyko from Kolesa and Theophilus Chin have each offered their own interpretation of the fully electric wagon, and while both follow the same basic blueprint, the details diverge. In each case, the sheet metal mirrors the i3 sedan up to the B-pillars. What distinguishes the i3 Touring is the extended roof and the redesigned tail.

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BMW’s own teaser hints at a rising beltline behind the C-pillars, a small tweak meant to inject some visual tension into the longer body. Theottle leans heavily into that idea, exaggerating the upward sweep, while Chuyko opts for a more restrained interpretation. The production version could land somewhere in the middle, keeping things sporty without overdoing it.

Illustrations Kolesa / Nikita Chuyko

At the rear, both designers carry over the slim LED taillights and rear bumper from the i3 sedan, focusing their changes on the tailgate and the sloping rear glass. Theottle retains the sculpted lines beside the BMW emblem and adds a more contemporary roof spoiler, similar to the one seen on the iX3 SUV.

More: BMW Gives China’s Stretched iX3 Door Handles The Rest Of The World Can’t Have

We suspect that the production i3 Touring will likely keep the sedan’s 114.1-inch (2,898 mm) wheelbase, meaning any increase in overall size will likely come from a longer rear overhang.

Illustrations Theophilus Chin

The interior will also be carried over, including the pillar-to-pillar display on the base of the windshield and the 17.9-inch infotainment touchscreen. Rear passengers should benefit from slightly improved headroom, along with a more generous cargo area.

Also: BYD Says Five-Minute Charging Adds 310 Miles, BMW Says Read The Fine Print

Underneath, the i3 Touring will share its 800-volt Neue Klasse architecture with the i3 sedan and the iX3 SUV. A potential 50 xDrive variant is expected to produce 463 hp (345 kW / 469 PS) and 645 Nm (476 lb-ft) of torque, offering more than enough performance for a family-oriented model.

The i3 sedan targets an EPA range of 708 km (440 miles) between charges, though the wagon’s less aerodynamic shape will likely reduce that figure slightly. Even so, it should be capable of adding 249 miles (400 km) of range in just 10 minutes when connected to a 400 kW charger.

BMW has confirmed that production of the i3 sedan will begin in August 2026, with first deliveries scheduled for the fall. The i3 Touring is expected to follow in 2027, as part of the 40 new and updated models the company plans to introduce by the end of that year.

The Bavarian automaker is also preparing an ICE-powered 3-Series Touring, which will mirror the design and technology of the Neue Klasse-based i3 Touring while riding on an updated version of the current CLAR platform.

BYD sent a jolt through the EV space with its ultra-fast charging push, though not everyone is ready to buy in. The Chinese automaker unveiled a 1,500 kW flash-charging system in China, promising speeds that edge close to refueling a combustion car. Despite the extraordinary claims, BMW remains unconvinced.

According to BYD, the Denza Z9GT can add roughly 310 miles (500 km) of range in just five minutes, thanks to its 1,500 kW charging technology and the second-generation Blade Battery.

Read: BYD’s New EV Chargers Are So Fast They’re Arranged Like Gas Station Pumps

The system also relies on megawatt-level charging hardware and extremely high current delivery to reach those peak rates. It all sounds pretty incredible, but BMW battery production boss Markus Fallböhmer says pursuing charging speeds like this has compromises.

“You always have to be careful with those kinds of announcements,” he told Car Sales. “It is possible to optimize one single performance indicator, but you have to make compromises on other sides. We could also increase our charging speed, but then you have to reduce other important factors of a battery. It is a blanket – if you pull it at one side.”

BMW’s New EVs Are No Charging Slouches

The second-generation iX3 and the new i3 are the quickest-charging BMWs released to date, supporting peak 400 kW speeds. This is quick enough to top up the i3 with 400 km of range in just 10 minutes. BMW says it can guarantee “quality and safety” at these charging speeds, and appeared to question whether BYD can do the same.

Also: BMW Showed Just Enough Of The i3 Touring For Someone Else To Finish The Job

BMW executives also indicated that pushing beyond these speeds would bring trade-offs in battery durability, range, and affordability, which they see as unnecessary for most real-world use.

“We look to decrease charging time more and more, but you have to look at range, durability, reliability,” the head of BMW’s Neue Klasse models, Mike Reichelt, added. “All of these facts, we guarantee. We look at the speed of the Chinese market… but on the other side, we guarantee quality and safety. That is a topic that we do not [negotiate] with anyone.”

The race to improve charging times in the EV world is much the same as we’ve seen among smartphone manufacturers looking to uprate charging speeds of their devices, with the Chinese often leading the charge. Boost charging speeds too much, and batteries can get hot, including the risk of thermal management issues, which is clearly something BMW would like to avoid.

BMW did that thing where a brand casually drops something arguably cooler than the main event, just as it’s about to sign off. During the big reveal of its new electric 3-Series, the i3 sedan, a shadowy long-roof wagon shape popped up on the screen behind the brand’s CEO.

Yes, the 3-Series Touring is coming back, and this time it might plug-in rather than fill-up, but will probably be capable of both. The teaser was brief but unmistakable, showing a stretched roofline and that all-important hatch, plus a distinctive kink in the waistline behind the rear door and just before the classic Hofmeister kink.

Related: The Next ICE 3-Series Shares BMW’s Future Look, But Not The Same Foundations

“Business users and families will be particularly delighted,” Oliver Zipse said as the shadowy outline danced on the screen. “The Touring has always been a favorite with them.”

While those images were fleeting and unclear, between them and the official shots of the i3 sedan, it’s not hard to see how the wagon will look. We’ve mocked up a few images and put them in a gallery at the bottom of the post to give you an idea, and if the real thing is as sleek as our renders, then we know which body style we’ll be shopping for.

Range To Spare

The Touring’s wagon rear means it’ll have a ton more cargo space than the sedan, though that extra glass and metal will no doubt knock the i3 Touring’s electric range a little. Not that you’ll likely notice since BMW claims an impressive 400 miles (644 km) on the EPA cycle, and a massive 559 miles (900 km) on the European WLTP one, for the 463 hp (469 PS / 345 kW) i3 50 xDrive.

There’s still a bit of mystery though. BMW hasn’t confirmed whether this new Touring will be purely electric or if petrol and diesel versions will stick around. But we’re confident that both electric and combustion options will be available, the ICE Tourings getting a very similar Neue Klasse design, but riding on an update of today’s CLAR platform and not the Neue Klasse architecture that forms the basis of the i3.

Electric M3 Touring?

And given that the M3 Touring has been such a hit with enthusiasts, we’ve got our fingers crossed that it’ll return, too. Maybe we’ll even get an electric M3 Touring to go with the electric M3 sedan we know BMW is working on to live alongside the next ICE M3.

Don’t expect to see Tourings of any kind on the road until 2027 or 2028, though. We haven’t seen any prototypes on test yet, which means the debut is some way off, and sadly, when the Touring does arrive, it’ll likely remain out of reach for North American fans, although never say never.

2028 BMW 3-Series Touring illustrations by Carscoops.

It’s over a decade since the original i3 hatch arrived to kick-start BMW’s electric journey. That quirky little compact is long gone, but now the i3 badge is back on another, very different EV that’s even more important. The new i3 is the first electric 3-Series offered outside of China and everything from the way it looks, to the way it’s powered, to the way drives, is all new.

Also: The Next ICE 3-Series Shares BMW’s Future Look, But Not The Same Foundations

Petrol fans will have to wait a few more months for their new G50 3-Series, a gas-powered range of sedans that looks very much like this one but rides on an updated version of today’s CLAR platform. Today, we only get to meet the NA0-code electric version, based around BMW’s Neue Klasse EV architecture, but much of what we’re learning about the design and the interior will also apply to the ICE car.

Longer, Wider, Lower, Hotter

From the outside, the new i3 looks like a careful balancing act between familiar and futuristic. It’s not quite as lean as the various concepts that have previewed the look over the past few years, but it’s fresh, modern and has a kind of angular solidity that reminds us of the 1990s E36 with some E46 curves thrown in.

The front end gets the brand’s new visor face, along with a grille and lighting setup blended into one, as previously seen on the i3’s SUV brother, the iX3. And the side view reveals cleaner, unfussy surfaces with flush door handles and muscular swollen fenders even on the mid-ranking xDrive 50 launch model. Plus there’s a new assertive take on the classic Hofmeister C-pillar kink.

At the rear, the lights stay horizontal and reach into the shoulders and across the trunk lid to emphasize width. And you’ve probably noticed the strong new paint option. It’s called M Le Castellet Blue metallic, and is sure to be a massive hit. What doesn’t stand out as much from these images is that the 187.4-inch (4,760 mm) i3 is 1.8-inches (47 mm) longer, 1.5 inches (37 mm) wider, and 1.4 inches (36 mm) taller than the current gas-powered 3-Series in 330i xDrive form.

The 114.1-inch (2,898 mm) wheelbase is also 1.9 inches (47 mm) longer than the MY26 G20’s, although it still mostly retains traditional rear-drive sedan proportions. We say mostly, because the short distance between the front wheel-well opening and the driver’s door is a clue that there’s something very different going on under the hood.

2027 BMW i3 vs 2026 3-Series Sedan

Panoramic Dashboard

Inside, BMW seems determined to make the i3 feel like a concept car that accidentally made production. The cabin, which again borrows heavily from the iX3 SUV, features a wraparound-effect dashboard that runs into the door panels, large glass areas, and a standard panoramic roof, all of which should ensure life onboard feels less cave-like than in too many current cars.

The iX3’s controversial four-spoke steering wheel makes an appearance, and the central display is angled toward the driver, which is a nice reminder that somebody in Munich has been paying attention to 3-Series history.

The seats also sound promising, with even the standard chairs said to offer decent support as well as comfort, while optional multifunction seats and M Sport seats add extra lateral stick and a bit more theater. There are multiple interior themes, from leather-like materials to more upscale hides, and BMW says that buyers at the other end of the grade structure get cloth upholstery made from recycled fabrics, part of an i3 sustainability push that resulted in recycled materials being used for the wheels, bumpers and more.

Practicality hasn’t been ignored, either. The center console includes storage, wireless charging, and proper physical buttons for important stuff like the parking brake and hazards. But we’d like to see a few more non-digital buttons for other regularly-used functions, a philosophy VW is now employing on its newest EVs.

Infotainment And Tech

Now for the part where the i3 goes full spaceship. BMW’s new Panoramic IDrive combines a pillar-to-pillar lower windshield display, a massive 17.9-inch central infotainment screen, an optional 3D head-up display, and a new multifunction steering wheel with illuminated controls that only appear when needed.

That’s a lot, but BMW insists it’s all meant to reduce distraction rather than create it. Key information sits in the driver’s line of sight, while the central screen handles the rest. Widgets can apparently be dragged and dropped between displays, which sounds a bit like setting up your phone’s home screen, so should be intuitive. Voice control gets a major upgrade, too, using Amazon Alexa+ tech for more conversational responses and better access to cloud services.

BMW also says up to seven users can store their own profiles through a BMW ID, with settings for displays, seats, media, and more. So yes, your car now knows your name, your favorite songs, and probably your preferred ambient lighting color.

Powertrain

Underneath all the flashy design language and digital fireworks, the hardware is deadly serious. For now we’re only getting details on one model, the i3 50 xDrive, whose spec closely mirrors that of the iX3 xDrive50. That means dual motors, one on each axle, good for a combined 463 hp (469 PS / 345 kW) and 476 lb-ft (645 Nm) of torque.

You’ll no doubt be pleased to hear that the rear axle does most of the heavy lifting with an electrically excited synchronous motor, while the front gets an asynchronous motor to help with traction and overall efficiency. BMW says this combo cuts energy losses, reduces weight, and lowers manufacturing costs compared with the old setup.

Related: BMW Confirms i3 Touring To Help Make Wagons Great Again

More importantly, BMW keeps talking about how this car should drive. The new Heart of Joy control system manages drive, brakes, some steering functions, and recuperation, and supposedly reacts 10 times faster than previous systems. It sounds overly tech but BMW says it makes the car feel sharper, more predictable, and more natural on the move. There’s also a new five-link rear axle, standard stroke-dependent dampers, anti-roll bars with highly preloaded bearings, and an optional adaptive suspension setup.

Battery, Range, Charging

The i3 uses BMW’s sixth-generation eDrive setup, with an 800-volt architecture, cylindrical battery cells, and cell-to-pack construction. That means better energy density, flatter packaging, and up to an excellent 440 EPA miles (708 km) or 559 WLTP ones (900 km) on its preliminary test numbers. DC fast charging tops out at 400 kW, which is seriously punchy, allowing you at add 249 miles (400 km) in just 10 minutes.

And like any self-respecting modern EV, the i3 gets bidirectional charging, so it can power appliances, help run a house, or send energy back to the grid. The charging flap even opens automatically when the car figures out you’re approaching a charger, and closes again by itself once you’ve finished charging. BMW’s route planning also factors in charging stops, station availability, costs, and nearby amenities. And in case wondering, yes, there’s a small frunk for a charging cable, but not much else.

When Can I Get One?

Production of the i3 starts in Munich in August, with first deliveries of MY27 cars beginning this fall. It’s one of the most important launches in BMW’s next wave, and not just because it’s electric. It’s also the first true EV version of one of the brand’s core nameplates, which gives it a lot more symbolic weight than your average new model reveal.

Related: BMW’s New Electric M3 Misses Gas So Much, It’s Borrowing A V10’s Sound

And the rollout doesn’t end here. More affordable single-motor models, plus more powerful M Performance ones, will follow, as will Touring wagons and combustion versions of the same. BMW is even working on the first ever electric M3. The 3-Series has never undergone such a radical transformation, and this eighth-generation car is bound to generate hate as well as love. Which side are you on?

BMW

BMW did that thing where a brand casually drops something arguably cooler than the main event, just as it’s about to sign off. During the big reveal of its new electric 3-Series, the i3 sedan, a shadowy long-roof wagon shape popped up on the screen behind the brand’s CEO.

Yes, the 3-Series Touring is coming back, and this time it might plug-in rather than fill-up, but will probably be capable of both. The teaser was brief but unmistakable, showing a stretched roofline and that all-important hatch, plus a distinctive kink in the waistline behind the rear door and just before the classic Hofmeister kink.

Related: The Next ICE 3-Series Shares BMW’s Future Look, But Not The Same Foundations

“Business users and families will be particularly delighted,” Oliver Zipse said as the shadowy outline danced on the screen. “The Touring has always been a favorite with them.”

While those images were fleeting and unclear, between them and the official shots of the i3 sedan, it’s not hard to see how the wagon will look. We’ve mocked up a few images and put them in a gallery at the bottom of the post to give you an idea, and if the real thing is as sleek as our renders, then we know which body style we’ll be shopping for.

Range To Spare

The Touring’s wagon rear means it’ll have a ton more cargo space than the sedan, though that extra glass and metal will no doubt knock the i3 Touring’s electric range a little. Not that you’ll likely notice since BMW claims an impressive 400 miles (644 km) on the EPA cycle, and a massive 559 miles (900 km) on the European WLTP one, for the 463 hp (469 PS / 345 kW) i3 50 xDrive.

There’s still a bit of mystery though. BMW hasn’t confirmed whether this new Touring will be purely electric or if petrol and diesel versions will stick around. But we’re confident that both electric and combustion options will be available, the ICE Tourings getting a very similar Neue Klasse design, but riding on an update of today’s CLAR platform and not the Neue Klasse architecture that forms the basis of the i3.

Electric M3 Touring?

And given that the M3 Touring has been such a hit with enthusiasts, we’ve got our fingers crossed that it’ll return, too. Maybe we’ll even get an electric M3 Touring to go with the electric M3 sedan we know BMW is working on to live alongside the next ICE M3.

Don’t expect to see Tourings of any kind on the road until 2027 or 2028, though. We haven’t seen any prototypes on test yet, which means the debut is some way off, and sadly, when the Touring does arrive, it’ll likely remain out of reach for North American fans, although never say never.

2028 BMW 3-Series Touring illustrations by Carscoops.

It’s over a decade since the original i3 hatch arrived to kick-start BMW’s electric journey. That quirky little compact is long gone, but now the i3 badge is back on another, very different EV that’s even more important. The new i3 is the first electric 3-Series offered outside of China and everything from the way it looks, to the way it’s powered, to the way drives, is all new.

Also: The Next ICE 3-Series Shares BMW’s Future Look, But Not The Same Foundations

Petrol fans will have to wait a few more months for their new G50 3-Series, a gas-powered range of sedans that looks very much like this one but rides on an updated version of today’s CLAR platform. Today, we only get to meet the NA0-code electric version, based around BMW’s Neue Klasse EV architecture, but much of what we’re learning about the design and the interior will also apply to the ICE car.

Longer, Wider, Lower, Hotter

From the outside, the new i3 looks like a careful balancing act between familiar and futuristic. It’s not quite as lean as the various concepts that have previewed the look over the past few years, but it’s fresh, modern and has a kind of angular solidity that reminds us of the 1990s E36 with some E46 curves thrown in.

The front end gets the brand’s new visor face, along with a grille and lighting setup blended into one, as previously seen on the i3’s SUV brother, the iX3. And the side view reveals cleaner, unfussy surfaces with flush door handles and muscular swollen fenders even on the mid-ranking xDrive 50 launch model. Plus there’s a new assertive take on the classic Hofmeister C-pillar kink.

At the rear, the lights stay horizontal and reach into the shoulders and across the trunk lid to emphasize width. And you’ve probably noticed the strong new paint option. It’s called M Le Castellet Blue metallic, and is sure to be a massive hit. What doesn’t stand out as much from these images is that the 187.4-inch (4,760 mm) i3 is 1.8-inches (47 mm) longer, 1.5 inches (37 mm) wider, and 1.4 inches (36 mm) taller than the current gas-powered 3-Series in 330i xDrive form.

The 114.1-inch (2,898 mm) wheelbase is also 1.9 inches (47 mm) longer than the MY26 G20’s, although it still mostly retains traditional rear-drive sedan proportions. We say mostly, because the short distance between the front wheel-well opening and the driver’s door is a clue that there’s something very different going on under the hood.

2027 BMW i3 vs 2026 3-Series Sedan

Panoramic Dashboard

Inside, BMW seems determined to make the i3 feel like a concept car that accidentally made production. The cabin, which again borrows heavily from the iX3 SUV, features a wraparound-effect dashboard that runs into the door panels, large glass areas, and a standard panoramic roof, all of which should ensure life onboard feels less cave-like than in too many current cars.

The iX3’s controversial four-spoke steering wheel makes an appearance, and the central display is angled toward the driver, which is a nice reminder that somebody in Munich has been paying attention to 3-Series history.

The seats also sound promising, with even the standard chairs said to offer decent support as well as comfort, while optional multifunction seats and M Sport seats add extra lateral stick and a bit more theater. There are multiple interior themes, from leather-like materials to more upscale hides, and BMW says that buyers at the other end of the grade structure get cloth upholstery made from recycled fabrics, part of an i3 sustainability push that resulted in recycled materials being used for the wheels, bumpers and more.

Practicality hasn’t been ignored, either. The center console includes storage, wireless charging, and proper physical buttons for important stuff like the parking brake and hazards. But we’d like to see a few more non-digital buttons for other regularly-used functions, a philosophy VW is now employing on its newest EVs.

Infotainment And Tech

Now for the part where the i3 goes full spaceship. BMW’s new Panoramic IDrive combines a pillar-to-pillar lower windshield display, a massive 17.9-inch central infotainment screen, an optional 3D head-up display, and a new multifunction steering wheel with illuminated controls that only appear when needed.

That’s a lot, but BMW insists it’s all meant to reduce distraction rather than create it. Key information sits in the driver’s line of sight, while the central screen handles the rest. Widgets can apparently be dragged and dropped between displays, which sounds a bit like setting up your phone’s home screen, so should be intuitive. Voice control gets a major upgrade, too, using Amazon Alexa+ tech for more conversational responses and better access to cloud services.

BMW also says up to seven users can store their own profiles through a BMW ID, with settings for displays, seats, media, and more. So yes, your car now knows your name, your favorite songs, and probably your preferred ambient lighting color.

Powertrain

Underneath all the flashy design language and digital fireworks, the hardware is deadly serious. For now we’re only getting details on one model, the i3 50 xDrive, whose spec closely mirrors that of the iX3 xDrive50. That means dual motors, one on each axle, good for a combined 463 hp (469 PS / 345 kW) and 476 lb-ft (645 Nm) of torque.

You’ll no doubt be pleased to hear that the rear axle does most of the heavy lifting with an electrically excited synchronous motor, while the front gets an asynchronous motor to help with traction and overall efficiency. BMW says this combo cuts energy losses, reduces weight, and lowers manufacturing costs compared with the old setup.

Related: BMW Confirms i3 Touring To Help Make Wagons Great Again

More importantly, BMW keeps talking about how this car should drive. The new Heart of Joy control system manages drive, brakes, some steering functions, and recuperation, and supposedly reacts 10 times faster than previous systems. It sounds overly tech but BMW says it makes the car feel sharper, more predictable, and more natural on the move. There’s also a new five-link rear axle, standard stroke-dependent dampers, anti-roll bars with highly preloaded bearings, and an optional adaptive suspension setup.

Battery, Range, Charging

The i3 uses BMW’s sixth-generation eDrive setup, with an 800-volt architecture, cylindrical battery cells, and cell-to-pack construction. That means better energy density, flatter packaging, and up to an excellent 440 EPA miles (708 km) or 559 WLTP ones (900 km) on its preliminary test numbers. DC fast charging tops out at 400 kW, which is seriously punchy, allowing you at add 249 miles (400 km) in just 10 minutes.

And like any self-respecting modern EV, the i3 gets bidirectional charging, so it can power appliances, help run a house, or send energy back to the grid. The charging flap even opens automatically when the car figures out you’re approaching a charger, and closes again by itself once you’ve finished charging. BMW’s route planning also factors in charging stops, station availability, costs, and nearby amenities. And in case wondering, yes, there’s a small frunk for a charging cable, but not much else.

When Can I Get One?

Production of the i3 starts in Munich in August, with first deliveries of MY27 cars beginning this fall. It’s one of the most important launches in BMW’s next wave, and not just because it’s electric. It’s also the first true EV version of one of the brand’s core nameplates, which gives it a lot more symbolic weight than your average new model reveal.

Related: BMW’s New Electric M3 Misses Gas So Much, It’s Borrowing A V10’s Sound

And the rollout doesn’t end here. More affordable single-motor models, plus more powerful M Performance ones, will follow, as will Touring wagons and combustion versions of the same. BMW is even working on the first ever electric M3. The 3-Series has never undergone such a radical transformation, and this eighth-generation car is bound to generate hate as well as love. Which side are you on?

BMW

BMW has confirmed the debut date for its next big electric car, and this time we mean really big. The new i3 sedan will officially break cover on March 18, bringing battery and bold new styling power to the brand’s best known model line.

Yes, BMW already sells the i4, but that car is technically an electric version of the 4 Series Gran Coupe and uses yesterday’s tech. And though BMW technically already sells an electric 3-Series in China, the upcoming i3 will be the first one built from the ground up as an EV and sold globally.

Related: New i3 And 3-Series Spy Shots Reveal BMW’s Most Striking Split Yet

Don’t worry though, it’ll be followed by a combustion 3-Series that gets an almost identical Neue Klasse visual makeover, but is based on an updated version of the CLAR platform found under today’s ICE-powered model.

Sharper, But Heavier

The teaser image posted on Instagram doesn’t give much away besides the debut date and a clearer idea of it’s new LED face, though BMW did promise the car will be “sharper, smarter and more thrilling than ever.” Based on prototypes and earlier concepts, plus its iX3 SUV sister that debuted last fall, we’ve got a pretty good idea of what that means.

The new i3 is part of BMW’s Neue Klasse architecture, a clean sheet EV platform designed to underpin dozens of upcoming electric models. It also brings a new design language that mixes retro BMW cues with futuristic minimalism.

Kidneys Reimagined

Up front you’ll find a glowing reinterpretation of BMW’s famous kidney grille, though it’s more of a light graphic than an actual grille. Thin diagonal LED signatures will also become a hallmark of the Neue Klasse lineup, a bit like how Peugeot made LED claw marks its motif.

Photos BMW, Baldauf

Inside, the i3 will introduce BMW’s new Panoramic iDrive interface. Instead of a traditional instrument cluster, information is projected across the base of the windshield, though you also get a central touchscreen. BMW says the goal is to keep important data closer to the driver’s natural line of sight while reducing clutter inside the cabin.

500 Miles In One Go

BMW

Under the skin things are even more cutting edge, with the latest iX3 again giving us some big clues as to what to expect in terms of spec. BMW’s new 800 volt electrical architecture supports charging speeds up to roughly 400 kW, meaning it’ll be able to add more than 230 miles (370 km) in just 10 minutes on a fast charger, and some versions will offer around 500 miles (806 km) of WLTP range.

The launch model’s powertrain will likely mirror the iX3 SUV’s with a dual-motor setup producing roughly 469 hp (476 PS / 350 kW), though more versions will follow, including milder, more affordable single-motor models, hotter M-lite performance variants and, eventually, an all electric M3.

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