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technology21 days ago•5 min saved

BMW's i3: The Electric 3 Series Poised to Define the Brand's Future

The article argues the new BMW i3 is more pivotal than the iX3 because it reinvents the 3 Series as BMW's core electric sedan under the Neue Klasse, featuring an 800-volt architecture, rapid 400 kW charging, and a large battery that could deliver long ranges (up to ~560 miles WLTP / ~440 miles EPA) with multiple motor variants, including a high-performance i3 M. While the iX3 remains important, the i3 is positioned as the defining BMW EV for the brand's future.

via InsideEVs|

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technology23 days ago•2 min saved

BMW Phases Out the i4 as the i3 Takes Center Stage in Its EV Strategy

BMW indicates the i4 will be phased out with the i3 effectively replacing it for now. Production of the i4 is expected to end later this year, the i3 will arrive in the US soon and go on sale later this year as a 2027 model, and BMW hints a future i4 could return on the i3’s Neue Klasse platform as the lineup evolves.

via Motor1.com|

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automotive23 days ago•5 min saved

BMW i3 Debuts as Electric Neue Klasse 3 Series with 440-Mile Range

BMW reveals the i3, the first fully electric 3 Series under its Neue Klasse design, delivering up to 440 miles EPA-style range, 463 hp and 476 lb-ft of torque with AWD, an 800-volt architecture enabling up to 400 kW charging, and a tech-forward interior featuring iDrive OS X and a 17.9-inch touchscreen.

via Motor1.com|

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technology23 days ago•5 min saved

BMW’s i3 Aims at the Model 3 With a Dedicated EV Platform

BMW unveiled the 2027 i3, a dedicated EV sedan built on the Neue Klasse platform to take on the Tesla Model 3. The dual-motor AWD version delivers about 463 hp with a 109-kWh pack, targeting roughly 440 miles of EPA range and 400 kW peak charging. U.S. models will feature a built-in NACS port and bidirectional charging, with production in Munich starting in August and deliveries expected in early 2027, at an estimated $60,000–$65,000. The i3 emphasizes efficient packaging and an updated interior, and BMW is hinting at variants like a wagon and a future M version as competition in an SUV-dominated EV market heats up.

via Gizmodo|

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autostransportation24 days ago•21 min saved

BMW reboots the i3 as a high-range, performance-focused EV sedan

BMW unveils a modern i3 on its Neue Klasse platform, pairing motors on both axles for 463 hp and 476 lb-ft, with an 800-volt system, EPA-rated 440-mile range, and 400 kW DC fast charging. The battery is integrated into the chassis for weight and stiffness, and the car features bidirectional charging, a tech-forward interior (17.9-inch driver display, optional 3D HUD, Digital Key Plus, Alexa AI), with production starting in August 2026 and deliveries planned for fall; pricing will be announced closer to launch.

via Engadget|

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technology24 days ago•9 min saved

BMW's 2027 i3: the electric 3 Series with 800V tech and 440-mile range

BMW unveils the 2027 i3, its first all-electric 3 Series, built on the 800V Neue Klasse platform with a dual-motor 463 hp system (345 kW) and 476 lb-ft (645 Nm) of torque, up to 440 miles of range, and 400 kW DC fast charging; it features a redesigned rear, a software-defined chassis, a high-tech interior, and plans for a Touring wagon and an electric M3, plus two driver-assist levels aligned with UN regulations.

via Ars Technica|

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transportation24 days ago•55 min saved

BMW revives the i3 as a high-range four-door EV on the Neue Klasse platform

BMW is reviving the i3 name on a Neue Klasse-based four-door electric sedan that uses the iX3 powertrain and a new cylindrical-cell battery, targeting about 440 miles of range with 400 kW charging. The first model, i3 50 xDrive, pairs dual motors (all-wheel drive) with teased single-motor and quad-motor variants for the future. Not a reboot, but a retcon, the car promises a roomier interior, the Panoramic Vision system, a 17.9-inch touchscreen, OTA updates, and Alexa integration. Expect around $60k in the US and manufacturing starting in August 2026.

via The Verge|

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technology26 days ago•6 min saved

BMW i3 Leak Signals Neue Klasse Design Ahead of Debut

Leaked images circulating ahead of BMW’s March 18 reveal purportedly show the production electric 3-series with Vision Neue Klasse styling and the new wheel design. If authentic, the i3 will emphasize sustainability, using recycled materials across the interior and exterior, including PET fabrics and recycled plastics, as it rides on BMW’s Neue Klasse architecture.

via Carscoops|

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transportation-autos1 month ago•28 min saved

BMW’s i3 prototype shreds ice with new-class tech

BMW’s i3 prototype on the Neue Klasse platform packs a 463-hp dual-motor AWD setup with a cell-to-pack battery and a new in-house electronics suite called Heart of Joy, delivering smoother braking and responsive handling on glare ice during a Sweden test; it also features the Panoramic Vision display, though pricing and final styling remain under wraps ahead of its March 18 debut.

via Engadget|

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technology7 months ago•7 min saved

BMW Unveils 2027 iX3 SUV as Part of €10 Billion EV Investment

BMW has introduced the sixth-generation EV powertrain in the all-electric iX3, which features a new design language, improved efficiency with a 108 kWh battery capable of up to 400 miles range, and advanced software and driver assistance systems. The iX3 marks the start of BMW's Neue Klasse platform, emphasizing sustainability, innovative technology, and a new SUV design with a distinctive face. It is set to arrive in the US in summer 2024 with a starting price of around $60,000.

via Ars Technica|

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automotive7 months ago•5 min saved

BMW iX3: A Long-Range, Software-Defined EV Challenging Tesla and Rivals

BMW unveils the iX3, the first model on its new 'Neue Klasse' EV platform, featuring advanced 800-volt architecture, new cylindrical batteries with increased range and faster charging, and a focus on software integration with 'superbrains' and over-the-air updates, aiming to compete with Tesla and Chinese EV makers with a compelling mix of range, power, and digital features.

via The Verge|

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business8 months ago•9 min saved

BMW Unveils Sustainable, Longer-Range EVs with Neue Klasse Technology

BMW is launching a new line of longer-range electric vehicles, starting with the iX3 SUV, as part of its ambitious Neue Klasse platform to compete with Tesla and Chinese manufacturers. The company aims to have all new models share advanced software and design cues, with production beginning in Hungary and plans to convert its Munich plant to all-electric by 2027. Despite industry challenges like tariffs and fierce competition, BMW is betting on innovation and market adaptation to regain its position in the EV market.

via Bloomberg.com|

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automotive-technology3 years ago•1 min saved

BMW's Panoramic Vision: Full-Width Display for EV Windshields.

BMW has announced a new heads-up display called 'Panoramic Vision' that spans the entire width of the windscreen, bringing important data up to eye level. The display will be available in the first NEUE KLASSE models from 2025 and will include additional features of the BMW iDrive. The display uses bright crisp lights to display information clearly against a dark background, and drivers can choose what they want to see.

via Engadget|

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