"The iX3 is the first of those, a compact SUV that's more or less the same size as BMW's existing X3, offering similar amounts of cargo and space for five passengers. This new platform tucks the battery down low and pushes its two motors to the front and rear. None of that is novel in the EV space, but most of BMW's previous EVs have relied on platforms designed for internal combustion."
"All this for the launch of a crossover SUV, typically the most milquetoast of all the automotive classifications. But after spending the better part of a day wheeling around the final version of the iX3, I'm surprised to say it was all worth it. This little(ish) SUV really is a game changer on multiple fronts, a major step forward for BMW's electric efforts, and a machine that might even be good enough to beat the EV sales slump."
Neue Klasse is a dedicated EV platform that enables faster, lower-cost development of multiple models by optimizing chassis, suspension, and software for electric use. The iX3, the platform's first vehicle, matches the existing X3 in size and seating for five while placing a 108.7 kWh usable battery low in the floor and using front and rear motors for all-wheel drive. Combined output is 463 horsepower and 476 lb-ft of torque, with an estimated maximum range around 400 miles, roughly 40 miles more than Tesla's longest-range Model Y. The platform also incorporates dashboard-filling displays and a retooled active-safety suite.
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