First Drive Of BMW’s EV Future | 2026 BMW iX3 Review

BMW iX3 has been called the most important vehicle in BMW history. Why? Because this electric SUV is the very first model built on the new Neue Klasse BMW architecture, underpinning the brand's entire EV future. In this in-depth BMW iX3 review, we drive the powerful iX3 50 xDrive—an all-wheel-drive model with massive power, torque, and a cylindrical battery pack that gives it a potential BMW iX3 real world range north of 600km, based on our BMW iX3 range test and impressive BMW iX3 energy consumption of 18kWh/100km. We test its 800-volt fast-charging capability and see if it truly retains the "heart of joy" that defines the brand—spoiler: the strong, smooth regenerative braking system is a standout. We spend time in the bmw ix3 interior with BMW’s new Panoramic iDrive cockpit. There is a “squirl” steering wheel, a full width panoramic vision display instead of a traditional instrument cluster, a central touchscreen and a 3D head up display. We talk through what works, what takes time to learn and why some basic functions like climate control still need screen dives in this bmw ev interior. With the BMW iX3 Australia release date expected mid-2026 for the 50 xDrive, this is the new BMW iX3 review to watch before you choose your next BMW family EV SUV. Subscribe for the latest advice, reviews and comparison tests 👍 https://www.youtube.com/user/carsaleschannel?sub_confirmation=1 STAY UP TO DATE AND CONNECT WITH US https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/carsales.com.au https://www.instagram.com/carsalescomau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@carsalescomau carsales. Buy it. Sell it. Love it.® For over 25 years, carsales has been Australia’s go-to place for buying and selling vehicles - connecting people across the country with confidence and ease. So for expert reviews, comparison tests helpful advice and everything cars, Like and Subscribe to the official carsales YouTube channel today. https://www.youtube.com/user/carsaleschannel?sub_confirmation=1 #carsaleschannel #carsales #BMWiX3 #BMWEV #NeueKlasse #BMW #BMWEV #BMWiX3 #ElectricVehicle #ElectricCars #EV #CarReview #cars