2026 BMW iX3 Review – Better Than Tesla Model Y & Mercedes GLC?

2026 BMW iX3 Review – The Electric BMW Everyone Was Waiting For The all-new 2026 BMW iX3 is finally here, built on the Neue Klasse platform. In this detailed review, we dive into the 800V charging performance, the 805 km range claim, and the radical new interior design. Can it hold its own against the Mercedes GLC EQ and the Volvo EX60? Let’s find out! 0:00 Introduction: A New Era for BMW 1:21 Charging Speed & 800V Architecture Real-World Test 5:46 Range, Consumption & Performance Specs 6:59 Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) & Battery Technology 7:45 Exterior Design & New Language 10:28 Pricing & Version Recommendations (M Sport vs Pro) 12:53 Key & Digital Access Features 15:57 Aerodynamics & Drag Coefficient 20:06 21-inch Aerodynamic Rims & Braking System 23:38 Panoramic Glass Roof Details 24:52 Electric Charging Port Operation 28:28 Frunk Storage & Front-End Tech 31:11 Trunk Space & Practicality Test 34:11 Interior Quality & Door Design 37:21 Rear Seat Comfort & Passenger Space 39:43 Dashboard Tour: Futuristic Cockpit 42:47 Seat Adjustments & Massage Functions 44:03 New Steering Wheel Design & Grip 45:41 Head-Up Display & Visibility 48:42 Interior Ambient Lighting Controls 50:41 Customizing the Panoramic Vision Display 53:35 Driving Modes & Sound Orchestration 58:05 BMW Navigation & Smart Route Planning 1:01:28 Multimedia System & Built-in Apps 1:03:52 Video, TV & Gaming Features 1:06:28 Safety Features & Driver Assistance 1:10:40 Final Verdict on the New iX3 Pricing • Base: €65,461 • M Sport Package: €69,630 • M Sport Pro: €72,340 ⸻ Performance • Power: 469 hp • Torque: 645 Nm • 0–100 km/h: 4.9 s • Top Speed: 210 km/h Motor Layout • Rear Motor: 322 hp • Front Motor: 165 hp • Drivetrain: AWD (xDrive) ⸻ Battery & Range • Battery Capacity: 115 kWh (108.7 kWh usable) • Architecture: 800V • Battery Chemistry: NMC • Range: 805 km • Consumption: 17.9 kWh / 100 km ⸻ Charging • DC Fast Charging: 400 kW • AC Charging: 22 kW ⸻ Aerodynamics • Drag Coefficient: Cd 0.24 ⸻ Dimensions & Weight • Length: 4.78 m • Wheelbase: 2.89 m • Ground Clearance: 17.5 cm • Turning Circle: 12.1 m • Weight: 2,360 kg ⸻ Storage • Rear Trunk: 520 L • Max Cargo (Seats Folded): 1,750 L • Frunk: 58 L ⸻ Towing • Max Tow Capacity: 2,000 kg ⸻ Suspension • Base: Hydraulic cushion suspension • Later option: Adaptive dampers DISCLAIMER: This video and description contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, we will receive a small commission. #bmw #ix3