Fresh off its 2026 World Car Awards victory, the new BMW iX3 has quietly arrived in South Africa. Here’s what the “Neue Klasse” fully electric X3 will cost you in Mzansi…
- Fully electric iX3 quietly docks in South Africa
- Pair of derivatives set to be offered from launch
- Max power of 345 kW; claimed range of 805 km
The new BMW iX3 has quietly touched down in South Africa, just 3 months after it bagged the 2026 World Car of the Year award. So, what will the “Neue Klasse” fully electric version of the X3 cost you in Mzansi?
Well, Cars.co.za can confirm the iX3 50 xDrive will be available locally in both M Sport and M Sport Pro guise, with the former priced from R1 690 000 and the latter coming in from R1 720 000. That sees the iX3 positioned well above the current petrol-powered X3 flagship, the M50 (priced from R1 557 947).
As a reminder, the new NA5-series iX3 is a so-called “Neue Klasse” model, riding on an all-new platform rather than sharing the G45-series X3’s CLAR architecture. Furthermore, the iX3 is produced in Hungary, while various derivatives in the X3 range are manufactured at BMW’s Plant Rosslyn here in South Africa.
The iX3 50 xDrive is powered by a pair of electric motors (an electrically excited synchronous motor at the rear and an asynchronous item at the front), which together generate 345 kW and 645 Nm. That’s enough for a claimed 0-100 kph time of 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 210 kph.
The high-voltage battery integrated into the vehicle architecture (as what BMW describes as “a structural component”) has a usable energy content of 108.7 kWh, which the Munich-based brand’s claims enables a range of “up to 805 km” on the WLTP cycle (or up to 820 km using the NEDC standard).
The German company says a maximum charging rate of 400 kW allows users to fill the iX3 with enough energy at an 800V direct current (DC) rapid charging station to add up to 372 km of range in 10 minutes. The high-voltage battery can theoretically charge from 10% to 80% capacity in 21 minutes, according to the international press material.
For the record, the M Sport Pro package is set apart by its illuminated kidney grille (with a black surround) as well as black finishes for the side-mirror caps and rear diffuser element. Vehicles specified with the M Sport Pro package furthermore gain the M Sport braking system (with red brake callipers) plus some upgrades inside.
Read our extensive International Launch Review of the new BMX iX3 for details on the newcomer’s exterior dimensions, styling, cabin equipment, driving dynamics and more…
What does the new BMW iX3 cost in South Africa?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport | R1 690 000 |
| BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro | R1 720 000 |
The prices above includes a 2-year/unlimited kilometre vehicle warranty (likely plus an 8-year/100 000 km battery warranty) and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What are the local pricing and derivative options for the new BMW iX3 in South Africa?
A: The fully electric BMW iX3 has arrived in South Africa with two launch derivatives. The iX3 50 xDrive M Sport is priced from R1 690 000, while the higher-spec iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro starts at R1 720 000. Both prices position the newcomer above the local flagship petrol model, the X3 M50.
Q: What makes the iX3’s platform unique compared to the rest of the local BMW X3 range?
A: Unlike the standard G45-series X3 which uses the CLAR architecture and is built locally at BMW’s Plant Rosslyn, the iX3 is a dedicated “Neue Klasse” model riding on a completely new, all-electric platform. The premium electric SUV is imported to Mzansi from BMW’s production facility in Hungary.
Q: What are the performance, range, and charging specifications of the iX3 50 xDrive?
A: Powered by dual electric motors, the iX3 50 xDrive delivers total outputs of 345 kW and 645 Nm, allowing for a 0-100 kph sprint in 4.9 seconds. Its 108.7 kWh battery pack offers an impressive claimed range of up to 805 km (WLTP cycle) and supports an ultra-fast 400 kW DC charging rate, which can add up to 372 km of range in just 10 minutes.
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