BMW Concept iX3 Shown

BMW has used the Beijing Motor Show to showcase its Concept iX3 which previews the brand’s plans to produce a fully-electric X3 SUV.

The BMW Concept iX3 draws styling inspiration from the new X3 which is produced at the firm’s plant in Rosslyn, Pretoria. The Concept iX3 provides clues as to what the production version could offer.

The front-end shows a closed-off double-kidney grille with blue accents similar to the BMW i Vision Dynamics concept. Blue accents are further seen along the side skirts and rear diffuser which provide attractive contrast with the Moonstone Silver paint finish. Light alloy wheels with an aerodynamically optimised design further add to the concept's futuristic look.

The Concept iX3 is fitted with BMW’s fifth-generation electric drive system which offers 200 kW from its electric motor while a high-voltage 70 kWh battery will allow for a range of more than 400 km. A newly developed Charging Control Unit can be hooked up to fast-charging stations generating up to 150 kW. A full charge will take only 30 minutes using a fast charging station.

The Concept iX3 forms part of BMW’s greater electrification iNext strategy and a production version is expected in 2020.

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