The 2027 BMW iX3 Goes On Sale This Month: 434 Miles, 400-kW Charging, and a New Era for BMW
The 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive goes on sale September 25 at a starting price of $61,500 plus $1,350 destination. It delivers up to 434 miles of EPA-estimated range, 463 horsepower, and 400-kW DC fast charging on an all-new 800-volt architecture. It is also the first series-production model of BMW's Neue Klasse generation — the platform that will define every electric BMW to come.
What makes the 2027 iX3 different from other electric BMWs?
Everything underneath it is new. The iX3 rides on an 800-volt architecture with sixth-generation cylindrical battery cells and a 108.7-kWh pack — a clean-sheet design rather than an electric version of a gas platform. Higher voltage is what unlocks the charging speed, and the new motors are more efficient than anything BMW has shipped before.
It is also the first car to launch BMW's Neue Klasse design and software generation. If you want a sense of where BMW is headed over the next decade, this is it, in a compact SUV roughly the size of an X3 at 188.3 inches long.
How much does the 2027 BMW iX3 cost?
The iX3 50 xDrive starts at $61,500 in Sport trim, $64,000 in M Sport, and $65,500 in M Sport Professional, all before the $1,350 destination charge. That puts a well-equipped example in the mid-$60,000s.
A more affordable 40 xDrive version is scheduled to follow in early 2027 at under $55,000, which will make the iX3 one of the more accessible ways into a new electric luxury SUV.
How far does the iX3 go and how fast does it charge?
EPA-estimated range reaches up to 434 miles depending on trim and wheel choice, with lower-spec configurations rated in the high 300s. That is enough to cover Akron to Chicago with range to spare.
Charging is the headline. At a capable DC fast charger, the iX3 accepts up to 400 kW and can go from 10 to 80 percent in roughly 21 minutes. It also uses a NACS port, so BMW drivers get direct access to the Tesla Supercharger network without an adapter — a practical advantage on I-77 and I-71 road trips.
How quick is it, and what is the interior like?
The dual-motor iX3 50 xDrive produces 463 horsepower and 476 lb-ft of torque, good for 0-60 mph in about 4.7 seconds. That is quicker than an X3 M50 and delivered with the instant, silent response electric motors are known for.
Inside, the iX3 introduces Panoramic iDrive: a 17.9-inch central touchscreen, a redesigned multifunction steering wheel, and Panoramic Vision, which projects key information across the base of the windshield where the instrument cluster used to live. Fold the rear seats and there is about 65 cubic feet of cargo space.
Does the iX3 make sense for Northeast Ohio winters?
It does, with the usual caveat that cold weather reduces range for every EV. Even if a January morning in Summit County trims 25 percent from the rating, a 434-mile iX3 still has well over 300 miles available — far more than a typical week of commuting between Akron, Stow, and Canton. Standard xDrive all-wheel drive handles the traction side, and preconditioning the cabin while the car is still plugged in preserves range on the coldest days.
Home charging is what makes ownership easy. A Level 2 charger in the garage means leaving every morning with a full battery, and the public network becomes a road-trip tool rather than a weekly errand. You can see iX3 availability and schedule a test drive at bmwakron.com, or visit our Akron showroom to sit in one.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I buy a 2027 BMW iX3? It goes on sale September 25, 2026, with the 50 xDrive arriving first and a lower-priced 40 xDrive following in early 2027.
Can the iX3 charge at Tesla Superchargers? Yes. It uses a native NACS port, so no adapter is needed at compatible Supercharger stations.
How long does the iX3 take to charge at home? On a 240-volt Level 2 charger, an overnight session is enough for the vast majority of daily driving; a full charge from low takes most of a night.
Is the iX3 bigger than an X3? They are very close in footprint. At 188.3 inches long, the iX3 is right in the compact luxury SUV class alongside the gas X3.
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