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    2026 BMW iX3 Electric SUV Debuts at CES 2026 - 500-Mile Range, 800V Charging, AI Assistant

      BMW's Neue Klasse iX3 delivers 500-mile range, 800V fast charging, 469-hp AWD, and Alexa+ AI. Starting at $60k with US deliveries in Summer 2026.

    BMW has a rich history of building the drivers auto such as the legendary models of the 1800, BMW M1, BMW 3 series, BMW X5 and the electrified i8. With this rich history, it only makes sense that the next evolution is the iX3 with an all-electric range of 805 kilometers or 500 miles on a single charge for the BMW iX3 50 xDrive model. Across the whole model lineup, the iX3 has a range of 678 Kilometers / 421 miles to 805 kilometers / 500 miles on a single charge.

    The BMW iX3 according to Chairman Oliver Zipse is the most important all new vehicle for BMW in the last half-century and will lead BMW into the next decade and beyond globally. The iX3 is a quantum leap forward in technology, design and driving dynamics. Chairman Zipse calls it "Neue Klasse", a historic term used to signify a Quantum Leap for BMW.2026 BMW iX3 front three-quarter view in white

    BMW will start deliveries of the iX3 in Spring 2026 to Europe, Summer 2026 to Americas and Asian pacific areas. Starting price of $60,000

    Panoramic iDrive Interior

    BMW realized the competition for one's attention and as such has brought to market the following with the iX3:

    • Panoramic iDrive consisting of four elements
      • Panoramic Vision - a cleanup of the interior allowing for the information at the right line of sight, at the right point in time and at the right location. This being the lower edge of the windshield.
      • Central Display - All-new user interface for easier management with voice control of your auto.
      • Multi-function steering wheel - The 20% of most common used features that cover 80% of what a driver does in the auto plus working with the voice control.
      • Optional 3D head-up display - Driver customizable 3D HUD that gives you the info you want, when you want it, on the windshield minimizing the need to look down or to the right for information while driving.

    800V Architecture and Charging

    2026 BMW iX3 hands-free driving demonstration on highwayBMW called the iX3 their sixth-generation EV architecture which consists of the following:

    • 800-volt electrical system that allows 30% faster charging and 40% greater efficiency allowing 231 miles of range in just 10 minutes at a DC charging station. 10% to 80% in 21 minutes.
    • AC Controller enhancements for faster home charging
      • Standard 11 kW controller
      • Optional 22 kW controller

    To take full advantage of home charging capabilities, BMW iX3 owners will want a quality Level 2 home EV charger. Popular options include the ChargePoint Home Flex NACS or Grizzl-E 48A Ultimate Level 2, which can handle the standard 11 kW charging speeds and are compatible with most home electrical systems. NACS compatible 22 kW home charger options are still limited. When traveling, you'll need a CCS to NACS adapter to take advantage of all charging options out there, the Lectron CCS to NACS Adapter is one of the highest rated on Amazon.

    Powertrain, Dimensions, and Battery Specs

    • Electronic control system - This system went from dozens of individual control modules to run the last generation of EVs to four control computers with 2000 less feet of wiring reducing weight by 30% over the previous system, reducing reaction times (latency) within each area. The four modules handle the following, driving dynamics, automated driving, infotainment and basic control and comfort functions. 10 times faster response times in each module.
    • xDrive Powertrain - 345 kW or 469 hp for the all-wheel drive system.
      • 0 to 100 km\h or 62 mph in 4.9 seconds
      • Top speed of 210 km\h or 130 mph
      • 10% less weight
      • 20% lower cost
      • 40% more energy efficient
    • iX3 interior space and progressive lifestyle are the focus point in the sizing of the iX3
      • 4,782 millimeters or 188 inches long
      • 1,895 millimeters or 74.6 inches wide
      • 1,635 millimeters or 64.3 inches tall
      • Aerodynamics drag coefficient of .24
    • Load Carrying capacity
      • Interior Cargo capacity of 1,750 liters or 62 cubic feet with the back seats folded down. Find deals on Cargo Organizers.
      • FRUNK capacity of 58 liters or 2 cubic feet
      • Towing of 2,000 kilograms or 4,409 pounds
    • Next generation battery
      • 108.7 kWh battery size
      • 20% higher energy density
      • 30% faster charging
    • Bi-directional charging
      • V2L or Vehicle-to-Load standard
      • V2H or Vehicle-to-Home standard
      • V2G or Vehicle-to-Grid standard

    Exterior Design and Customization

    BMW has gone back to their 1960's era of kidneys and twin headlights. This is complimented by their all-new light signature system that assumes the role of chrome in giving an aura of quality and sophistication. Flush smooth surfaces are found throughout the exterior from glass surfaces to door handles. Keeping robust nature of luxury and sophistication, you will find color matched wheel arches, subtle rectangular contours to defining taillights and more on the iX3.2026 BMW iX3 illuminated kidney grille and headlights at night

    BMW continues their offering of choice to the consumer as they have a standard 20 inch wheel with optional 20, 21, and 22 inch wheel choices available. Interior choices are offered with personalization of the cabin the choices of Essential, Contemporary, M Sport and a BMW fully customized design options.

    From heated seats and electronically adjustable as standard to heated / cooled and multifunctional seats as options is just the beginning of how one can order up their iX3. Standard, Sport and M Sport steering wheels compliment the many other interior choices from two to three zone climate control, adaptive headlights, Harmon Kardon HiFi systems, steering wheel heating, panoramic sunroof and more allow each iX3 to be customized to the end users choice of what they want.

    CES 2026 Features and Connected Tech

    Some of the latest bleeding edge abilities with the iX3 were shown off at the Consumer Electronics Show 2026 in Las Vegas. Here BMW had on-hand the iX3 for people to experience.

    List of Features found in the iX3:

    • Alexa+ built into the BMW Personal Assistant
    • ZOOM calls with video on the center screen
    • Ability to use the center screen for video when the auto is stationary
      • Disney+
      • TiVo
    • 85 apps worldwide from music and audio to Entertainment, Gaming, News, Travel, Local and more

    BMW has delivered what they believe is the smoothest and fastest system that offers ultimate joy in driving a BMW on the iX3 from various levels of acceleration, braking and handling to superior industry energy recuperation and a true hand off driving up to 85 mph.

    The water-cooled super brains of the control modules allow the iX3 to deliver world class driving experience for all ages and skill levels. The Neue Klasse platform also underpins the 2027 BMW i3 Sedan, bringing this same 800V technology to BMW's iconic 3 Series.

    Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links. Purchasing through these links may earn Cheers and Gears a commission at no additional cost to you and helps support independent automotive journalism.

    Check out the 2026 BMW iX3 photo gallery for a full look at the exterior, interior, and Neue Klasse design details.

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    Drew Dowdell

    I feel like they've finally fixed their design language with this, though its almost a new round of neo-retro like we had in the early 2000s with the PT Cruiser, Neu Beetle, HHR, etc.

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    oldshurst442

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    Nothing negative to say about it, other than its a SUV...and nothing negative about the body creases that go from the front to the back, but they do remind me of the creases on the Graf Zeppelin. 

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    And I kinda like them on the BMW.  But I really really hate the fact that it is a SUV. 

    *sigh*   

     

    About the front and BMW's new design language.

    2026 BMW iX3 Review: Specs, Price, Range, and A Bold New Future — Captain Electro

     

    I like it.  @Drew Dowdell said that its kinda new round of retro 2.0 styling. And I would agree.  At least the 'twin kidneys' are toned down a lot from the monstrosities they were putting out.  The one complaint I got is I would prefer if the headlights and 'grille' were more centered on the face. More 'down' on the front eliminating all that nothingness that is 3/4s of the front and the top 1/4 are the lights and twin kidneys. 

     

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    smk4565

    I think this design will look better on a sedan than an SUV, but I like the direction they are going.

    And this is one generation, I bet the same happens to the generation after this, and we start seeing EV cost and weight going down.

      • 10% less weight
      • 20% lower cost
      • 40% more energy efficient
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    oldshurst442

    Chinese EVs now entering the Canadian market will heat things up with all manufacturers. Competition will be fierce. And the Chinese EV makers now have both the north and south sandwiching and squeezing the detroit makers.  And we know this because of how the Chinese EV makers have made the competition in Europe fierce. While BMW is currently doing good with their EV sales in Europe, they cant slip up and lose any battles.   VAG is also holding on quite well with EVs, but they too cant slip up.  Mercedes and Stellantis are not doing well EV wise.  

    The way things are playing out in the usa though, if gm, ford and chrysler continue to allow the trump administration to d!c-k  around and sink EV policies to non-existence and they in turn allow themselves to delay EV development and to delay to offer compelling EVs  all three detroit area manufacturers will sink to oblivion. And that includes gm regardless if the 2nd generation of ultium would be of equal technology to the Chinese. Ultium 2.0 will not be of equal relevance...    And PRICE is a HUGE component when talking about technology development  and relevance...   

    South Americans where Chinese EVs are sold have already forgotten about american car makers and the same will happen to the Canadian market. Especially the way trump continues to antagonize Canada...  Canadians are already hating on americans and boycotting american products.   

    European car makers with their EVs in the usa market will have to adjust.  But European car makers sell expensive  EVs and americans are going down a path to where they will be waiting in line for bread like the way Russians were doing up until the 1980s and ronald reagan was poking fun at them when Gorbachev was dictator. 

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    ccap41

    I hate how this looks as of right now. Maybe it will be something that grows on me. I know the current Silverado and HD were hideous to me at the beginning, too, then they grew on me. I'm not sure if this will do that or not, but I don't like it right now. 

    I'm sure the overall package is stellar and up to the latest standards or creating new standards for EVs. 

    Also, BMW needs to get their naming in check (along with Merc). This is silly, IMO; BMW iX3 50 xDrive. 

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    On 1/20/2026 at 6:13 PM, oldshurst442 said:

    Chinese EVs now entering the Canadian market will heat things up with all manufacturers. Competition will be fierce. And the Chinese EV makers now have both the north and south sandwiching and squeezing the detroit makers.  And we know this because of how the Chinese EV makers have made the competition in Europe fierce. While BMW is currently doing good with their EV sales in Europe, they cant slip up and lose any battles.   VAG is also holding on quite well with EVs, but they too cant slip up.  Mercedes and Stellantis are not doing well EV wise.  

    The way things are playing out in the usa though, if gm, ford and chrysler continue to allow the trump administration to d!c-k  around and sink EV policies to non-existence and they in turn allow themselves to delay EV development and to delay to offer compelling EVs  all three detroit area manufacturers will sink to oblivion. And that includes gm regardless if the 2nd generation of ultium would be of equal technology to the Chinese. Ultium 2.0 will not be of equal relevance...    And PRICE is a HUGE component when talking about technology development  and relevance...   

    South Americans where Chinese EVs are sold have already forgotten about american car makers and the same will happen to the Canadian market. Especially the way trump continues to antagonize Canada...  Canadians are already hating on americans and boycotting american products.   

    European car makers with their EVs in the usa market will have to adjust.  But European car makers sell expensive  EVs and americans are going down a path to where they will be waiting in line for bread like the way Russians were doing up until the 1980s and ronald reagan was poking fun at them when Gorbachev was dictator. 

    This will be a nail in the American Auto industry Coffin with China willing to build EVs in Canada.

    Chinese EVs in Canada will force Detroit automakers to change course

    https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2026/01/25/chinese-evs-canada-detroit-automakers/88283781007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z114033p118050n00----c00----u003033d00----v114033&gca-ft=72&gca-ds=sophi

    Canada wants to be 1st in North America to build EV with Chinese knowledge: senior official

    https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canada-electric-car-china-tariffs-trump-united-states-9.7049950

    China Is Ready To Start Building Cars In Canada

    https://www.carscoops.com/2026/01/canada-chinese-ev-deal-tariffs/#:~:text=Despite those concerns%2C Chinese Ambassador,Youtube/ Whitehouse

    End result is that America will lose market share and lose another country that heavily supported the U.S. due to Incompetence by American Business.

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    oldshurst442
    6 hours ago, G. David Felt said:

    This will be a nail in the American Auto industry Coffin with China willing to build EVs in Canada.

    Chinese EVs in Canada will force Detroit automakers to change course

    https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2026/01/25/chinese-evs-canada-detroit-automakers/88283781007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z114033p118050n00----c00----u003033d00----v114033&gca-ft=72&gca-ds=sophi

    Canada wants to be 1st in North America to build EV with Chinese knowledge: senior official

    https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canada-electric-car-china-tariffs-trump-united-states-9.7049950

    China Is Ready To Start Building Cars In Canada

    https://www.carscoops.com/2026/01/canada-chinese-ev-deal-tariffs/#:~:text=Despite those concerns%2C Chinese Ambassador,Youtube/ Whitehouse

    End result is that America will lose market share and lose another country that heavily supported the U.S. due to Incompetence by American Business.

     

    When the deal was announced about 49 000 Chinese entering Canada and increasing every year up to 75 000 or whatever it is in the next 5 years... no details were announced about where these Chinese EVs would be built.  Hints and allegations but nothing announced in the media. I guess the would be plans have been announced now.  Dougie Ford, a conservative Premier of Ontario... was not happy about it. But why is it that ALL conservative/republican and right leaning politicians in North America always get their panties in a twist and ALWAYS NEVER work with solutions that benefit ALL and ALWAYS go against the phoquing grain?  But I digress... 

    Dougie Ford was upset and publicly denounced the move. 

    Why is that bad?

    1. Canadians NEED to stand together in face of the threats that are coming from the usa.

    2. Carney...is a conservative leaning leader himself, but is heading a liberal, left leaning party but I digress again...Carney is not a politician. He is a finance guy. Was THE finance guy in Steven Harper's cabinet when Steven Harper was Prime Minister, yes...CONSERVATIVE party...and was THE finance guy in the UK when he took the job there when the Canadians conservatives shat the bed again...and took the UK finance job when asked by the UK torries just when the Brits were talking about Brexit. He advised the UK CONSERVATIVE party NOT pursue Brexit...but I digress again...  Carney is a smart FINANCE guy. Carney does deals between countries.  He knows what is good for the country he represents...in other words...Carney would NOT phoque Canada up... and Dougie Ford should have known that instead of causing a public riff to which trump could exploit.  Big oil and fox news and right wing parties from the usa and Canada already have their claws in Alberta...  Some Albertans are diseased with this shyte that is going on with right wing bullshyte...

    3. Like I said...hints and allegations were winked at that Chinese EVs would eventually maybe be built in Canada and the way Carney spoke BEFORE Davos, is that Canada is ready to decouple from the usa.  And eventually Carney and Dougie Ford spoke and this is what Dougie had to say yesterday or was it today?

     

    4. Carney then went to Davos and spoke with words that trump's administration could never understand, he used bigly words and what was said was that Canada and the rest of the world should and could and will decouple from the usa and that the usa will be irrelevant to which all the political leaders there applauded Carney with a standing ovation.  

    And of course China WANTS to build their EVs here in Canada:

    Your link also suggest that Canadian finance leaders and trade makers TOLD the trump administration what WILL happen with China BEFORE China and Canada met to draw up this EV deal...

     

    " Canada didn’t take the U.S. by surprise, the official said. When asked about Canada detouring from matching American tariffs on Chinese EVs, Trump said Carney was doing the right thing."

     

    And of course when the deal was done...trump said publicly:

     

    “That’s what he should be doing. It’s a good thing for him to sign a trade deal. If you can get a deal with China, you should do that," the U.S. president said.

     

    And of course China WANTS to build their EVs here in Canada:

     

    • Canada cut tariffs on Chinese EVs from 100 percent to 6.1.
    • Trump threatened 100 percent tariffs in response to deal.
    • China now wants to build EVs in Canada with local partners.

    Canada’s recent trade deal with China was bound to cause controversy. The agreement slashes tariffs on Chinese EVs from 100 percent down to just 6.1 percent, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to threaten 100 percent tariffs on Canada if the deal proceeds. Still, China insists the arrangement is meant to benefit both countries and isn’t a zero-sum game.

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    oldshurst442

    trump threatened 100% tariffs on Canadian products again as a result of this deal.   Well, trump does not want a free trade deal between China and Canada.  Many things wrong with that thought process...but...

    The EV trade deal  between China and Canada is not by ANY means a free trade deal between our two countries. Its just a deal regarding a few products that China and Canada agreed to eliminate or reduce our respective tariffs on our respective products that we trade with each other.   

    But...only focusing on the 100% tariffs that trump likes to speak of... At THIS juncture, I dont think Canadian politicians and finance ministers care all that much anymore. I mean, they care, but they arent afraid of the potential down falls of the Canadian economy as it once was threatened 8, 9, 10 months ago.  Carney has had the time to renegotiate trade deals with the rest of the planet to sell our goods to our existing partners. It was easy to do as trump also threatened Canada's allies...  The WORLD was under the same phoquing threat.  The world just united together AWAY from the usa.  Also...Carney was able to talk to countries OUTSIDE of Canada's usual trading partner's to reach NEW markets to sell our goods to... 

    What is really frightening to the usa's future is that 

    1. trump has alienated usa's allies AWAY from the usa.

    2. trump has also UNITED usa's enemies with usa's former allies... 

    3. usa's enemies remain usa's enemies.  China and Russia and North Korea arent exactly usa's friends. trump , family and friends get to profit from Russia, but not americans... 

     

    Licknut, or Nutlick or whatever this grifter's name is keeps on harping on the fact that Canada's  75% of exports are to the usa.

    1. While true...Carney and Canada have now NEW trading partner's to sell to. It looks like a good chunk of that 75% is now going to go to other markets...  CUSMA is still important though.  But Mexico and Canada could now actually live without the usa.  

    2.  And THIS IS MORE important...

    While true that 75% of Canada's exports are to the usa...tariffs are paid by the country that IMPOSES these tariffs.  75% of Canada products are a HUGE amount to BOTH countries...

    A) That 100% tariff on Canada's products will cost americans dearly...

    B) 75% of those products NEED to be purchased elsewhere...like potash and aluminium and wood... Where in the phoque is Licknut/Nutlick going to replace all those Canadian products?  At least Canada has new markets going on...  Is Licknut/Nutlick busy on the global stage trying to get new products in?  All I know is trump keeps on threatening the world with tariffs...  Hence why the world gave Carney a standing ovation when Carmey said that the world SHOULD just ignore the usa and let the usa just wither and die... 

     

     

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    4 minutes ago, ccap41 said:

    I don't know why anybody would want to buy a Chinese automobile.

    You have the Ford CEO stating how superior their software and driving dynamics are compared to their own EVs. Clearly the rest of the world is happy with driving them even if China is spying on them via the auto.

    Hard to deny he feelings / thoughts on the Chinese EV.

    Ford CEO Farley Praises His Chinese EV, Says 'I Don't Want To Give It Up'

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      2026 Buick ENCASA Electric MPV but Not for America :Discussion

      By G. David Felt · Posted

      Buick has teased the Electra name for decades, Buick has now chosen to create a sub-brand for Buick in China called Electra and with this, their flagship product is the Electra ENCASA. This is an MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) minivan that will define the 21st century of Buick for luxury transport and family use. The ENCASA MPV has a starting price of $70,986 U.S. dollars and comes with GM's latest charging system, a 900V 6C ultra-fast electrical system enhanced for safety and refined ownership experience with the latest in electric technologies. This global MPV has been paired with what GM says will become their new standard for electric vehicles. Buick Electra ENCASA Details The Advanced Electric Performance and Charging System has the following details: 900V 6C Ultra-fast Charging system Peak Charging of 640 kW 10% to 80% charging in 11 1/2 minutes 96 kWh battery pack 373 miles of range Design Language from Private Aviation Land Jet Inspired 0.258 Cd low drag coefficient 12-layer two tone paint, delivering an understated, but refined flagship luxury Intelligent Driving, Premium Experience, Ultimate Electric Mobility Safety Driver assistance system built on Momenta R6 learning model Three-row spacious layout focused on comfort for all passengers using premium materials consistent with a flagship position 78% high-strength steel ratio for body structure, engineered to meet global standards ENCASA Proportions 124-inch wheelbase Overall length 207 inches Overall Height 80 inches Overall width 72 inches ENCASA has seven-mode adaptive crystal LED headlights and a signature through-body taillight with 257 ultra-red LEDs enhance visibility and on-road presence. ENCASA's ceremonial air suspension enables the vehicle to lower by 2 1/2-inches, delivering the lowest entry height in its class. Together with gesture-controlled sliding doors and full-vehicle hospitality modes, ENCASA extends luxury beyond the cabin itself. The interior only uses high-end full grain Nappa leather, ultra-suede headliners and Australian wool carpet. This is the start as the ENCASA has a Buick first, multi-posture zero-gravity seats. This is able to maximize the usable 37-inches of interior cabin length floor space. If one buys the Luxury with executive package, you can enjoy a "Chaise Longue" experience with 8-mode, 10-point massage, full-area heating and on-touch rest mode comfort. All seating comes standard with floating layer seat cushions composed of mother-and-baby-grade pearl-cotton padding. From third row sliding seats, 49 storage locations or at little as 22 cubic feet of space behind the third-row seats to a cavernous 73 cubic feet of space with the second and third row seats folded down. The ENCASA can handle any hauling needs one might have. ENCASA introduces the industry-first five-constant wellness cabin, delivering a balanced, science-driven in-vehicle environment: Constant Temperature: Dual-layer, multi-zone climate regulation. Constant Humidity: Automatic 40-60% humidity control. Constant Oxygen: Twin-layer fresh-air circulation that maintains low CO2 levels. Constant Cleanliness: Panasonic nanoe X purification, AQS detection, PM2.5 filtration and low-allergen materials. Constant Quietness: Extensive acoustic treatments and ANC create a serene environment. AI Advanced Digital Luxury Integration for ENCASA Powered by Qualcomm's SA8775P platform delivering 72 TOPS of AI compute, ENCASA offers Buick's most immersive digital experience yet: 50-inch panoramic AR-HUD integrating more than 15 sets of driving information Three connected 16.3-inch displays for driver, front passenger and infotainment 21-inch 4K rear entertainment screen Bose premium audio system Cabin-wide gesture control via OMS camera Dual 5.5-inch smart control panels for second-row passengers AI voice assistant with four-zone recognition, 700+ commands and creative AI capabilities These features allow families to enjoy movies, gaming, karaoke or personalized scene modes with seamless multi-screen interaction. 18-5.mp4 See all photos in the 2026 Buick Electra ENCASA photo gallery. More Buick Coverage Buick Electra Sub-Brand Launches in China with the Electra GS Concept Tariff Tuesday: Buick Killing it in China; Killed in the U.S. Buick Electra EV Path Becomes Clear View full article

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