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The All-New BMW iX3 Is Coming to Weatherford BMW
The 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive is the first series-production model built on BMW's new "Neue Klasse" platform — the earliest real preview of the next generation of BMW electric vehicles. It isn't on our lot yet, but Berkeley and East Bay drivers can reserve one now and join our interest list to be contacted the moment allocations arrive.
Is the BMW iX3 available at Weatherford BMW yet?
Not yet — the 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive is confirmed for a US market launch on September 25, 2026, with deliveries beginning that same day. Reservations are open now on a $1,000 refundable deposit, with a starting price of $61,500 ($62,850 with destination and handling) and an EPA-estimated range of up to 434 miles. We can't guarantee an exact local arrival date yet, but joining our interest list is the fastest way to hear the moment allocation details firm up.
Why the iX3 Is BMW's Biggest Launch in Years
BMW is calling the iX3 the start of the "Neue Klasse" era — not just a new model, but a new design language, a new electric architecture, and new onboard technology that will spread across roughly 40 BMW models by 2027. The iX3 is the first of them to reach production, which makes it the earliest real look at where BMW's entire lineup is heading, electric and gas alike.
For BMW ownership specifically, that means the iX3 debuts sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology with cylindrical battery cells, an all-new 800V electrical architecture, and a fully redesigned interior built around a new operating system rather than incremental updates to the outgoing iX and i4.
Don't confuse it with the current BMW X3
The name is close on purpose — the iX3 is the electric counterpart to the gas and plug-in-hybrid X3 already in showrooms — but the two are not the same vehicle. The current X3 continues alongside the iX3, built on its existing platform with a combustion or PHEV drivetrain. The iX3 is a ground-up Neue Klasse vehicle: a new electric-only platform, a new cabin and control system, and specs (range, charging, output) that don't carry over from the X3 nameplate at all. If you're comparing the two, treat the iX3 as an entirely separate model that happens to share a name pattern, not an "electric trim" of the X3 you can see on our lot today.
2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive: Confirmed Specs
These figures come directly from BMW's official announcements, not estimates or dealer guesses.
| Spec | 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive |
|---|---|
| Starting price | $61,500 base / $62,850 with destination & handling |
| US on-sale date | September 25, 2026 |
| EPA-estimated range | Up to 434 miles (20" summer tires) / 383 miles (all-season tires) |
| Combined output | 463 hp & 476 lb-ft torque |
| 0–60 mph | 4.7 seconds (est.) |
| Top speed | 130 mph |
| Peak DC fast charging | Up to 400 kW on an 800V architecture |
| Fast-charge times | 185 miles added in 10 minutes; 10–80% in about 21 minutes |
| Charge port | Standard NACS — bi-directional charging capable |
| Usable battery capacity | 112.2 kWh |
Specs and pricing per BMW's official announcements (BMW Group PressClub, September 2025 and May 2026). Range figures are BMW's own EPA-test-procedure estimates ahead of final EPA certification and can shift slightly before delivery.
Size and Standard Features
At 188.3 inches long, 74.6 inches wide, and 114.1 inches on the wheelbase, the iX3 sits close to the current gas X3's footprint — so it isn't a size jump if you're cross-shopping the two, just a completely different platform underneath. Every iX3 also ships with a standard equipment list built around the new platform's technology, including Driving Assistant Plus for active safety and driver assistance, Digital Key Plus for phone-based locking and starting, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless device charging in the cabin — none of which require an options-list upgrade to get.
Panoramic iDrive and a Redesigned Cabin
The iX3 introduces BMW's Panoramic iDrive system, which projects key driving information across the base of the windshield rather than confining it to a single instrument cluster. It's powered by the newly developed BMW Operating System X and what BMW calls the "Heart of Joy" superbrain — a central computing setup that also handles the car's driving dynamics in real time. Four high-performance onboard computers support both the infotainment experience and more advanced driver-assistance functions than the current iX or i4 offer.
The exterior follows an "all-new design language" BMW describes as reduced, characterful, and timeless: a vertically arranged kidney grille, a reworked take on BMW's signature four-eyed headlight face, and a 0.24 drag coefficient that helps support the car's efficiency numbers.
How Reserving an iX3 Through Weatherford BMW Works
- Reserve online.Place a $1,000 refundable deposit through BMW's national configurator to lock in your build preferences and secure your place in the production queue. You can cancel and get the deposit back at any time, but doing so gives up your priority spot — the next reservation holder in line moves up.
- Join Weatherford BMW's interest list.Tell our Berkeley team you've reserved (or are considering it) so we can reach out directly as soon as local allocation and arrival timing firm up.
- Plan your trade-in and financing.Get a trade appraisal or explore financing ahead of delivery so you're ready to move quickly once your iX3 arrives.
- Delivery begins September 25, 2026.That's BMW's confirmed nationwide on-sale date — exact local delivery timing depends on production allocation.
Why Reserve Through a Berkeley BMW EV Specialist
Weatherford BMW already services a large base of BMW EV owners across Berkeley and the East Bay, which matters once your iX3 actually arrives and needs its first service. Our team includes master-certified EV technicians, and we run 6 AM early-bird EV service appointments for East Bay commuters who need a car back before a Bay Bridge or I-80 commute. If you're weighing the total cost of owning a BMW EV in this market, our Bay Area BMW EV maintenance cost breakdown is a useful reference point before you finalize a reservation. And for context on the range itself: 434 miles is enough to cover a round trip from Berkeley to Lake Tahoe — roughly 380–400 miles round trip — without needing a charging stop along the way.
For a broader look at day-to-day EV ownership here — home charging, public charging around Berkeley, and what changes versus a gas BMW — see our full BMW EV ownership guide.
Not ready to wait until September 2026?
Check our current new BMW specials for offers on models available today, including the BMW iX and i4. And whenever you're ready, join the iX3 interest list so we can reach out the moment we have concrete allocation and arrival information for the Berkeley area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the BMW iX3 available to buy right now?
Not yet. The 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive is confirmed for a US launch and delivery start of September 25, 2026. You can reserve one now with a refundable deposit, but no units are being delivered before that date.
How much does the BMW iX3 cost?
The 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive starts at $61,500 plus $1,350 destination and handling, for a total starting price of $62,850, per BMW's official May 2026 pricing announcement.
What is the BMW iX3's range?
BMW's EPA-estimated range is up to 434 miles on 20-inch summer tires, or 383 miles on all-season tires. These are BMW's preliminary estimates ahead of final EPA certification.
How fast can the BMW iX3 charge?
The iX3 supports up to 400 kW peak DC fast charging on its new 800V architecture, adding roughly 185 miles of range in 10 minutes and going from 10–80% charge in about 21 minutes. It uses a standard NACS charging port and is bi-directional charging capable.
What is "Neue Klasse"?
Neue Klasse is BMW's name for its next generation of vehicle architecture, design, and technology. The iX3 is the first series-production model built on it, and BMW has said the platform will influence close to 40 models by 2027.
How do I reserve a BMW iX3 through Weatherford BMW?
Join our iX3 interest list so our Berkeley team can contact you directly as allocation and arrival details firm up, and/or place a $1,000 refundable deposit through BMW's national reservation configurator to lock in your build preferences ahead of the September 2026 launch.
Is the iX3 reservation deposit refundable?
Yes. The $1,000 reservation deposit can be canceled and refunded at any time. The tradeoff is production priority — canceling gives up your place in the build queue, and the next customer in line moves up to take it.
Pricing, specifications, and dates reflect BMW's official announcements as of this page's publish date and are subject to change before delivery. Confirm current details with our team before finalizing a reservation.