Photos: BMW unveils all-electric future beast with 500-mile range

BMW has unveiled its all-electric iX3 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), marking the first model in the company’s new Neue Klasse series. The iX3 features a remarkable 500-mile (up to 805 km) range on a single charge, enabled by sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology and a cutting-edge electronics and software architecture that includes four high-performance “superbrain” computers. This new platform represents a significant leap in technology, driving experience, and design, with BMW chairman Oliver Zipse emphasizing that the Neue Klasse will influence the entire BMW lineup regardless of powertrain type. The iX3 combines progressive design with practicality, measuring 4,782 mm in length and offering a drag coefficient of 0.24 for aerodynamic efficiency. Its interior sets new standards for modernity and digital experience, featuring a minimalist layout focused on driver comfort and spaciousness for all five passengers. The vehicle also provides versatile cargo capacity, expanding from 520 to 1,750 liters with rear seats folded