MUNICH: The 2027 BMW iX3 M60 xDrive is the most powerful variant yet of the German premium automaker's Neue Klasse SUV (sport utility vehicle).
With an electric motor at each axle, maximum power output is 450kW/612hp and peak torque is 875Nm.
The SUV sprints from 0 to 100kph in 3.9 seconds.
One factor behind the power hike is that the new M Performance model now has a new Gen6 EESM (electrically excited synchronous motor) at the rear axle.
It is based on a newly developed stator to boost output and a significantly more powerful inverter with 420 A instead of 300 A.
The high-voltage 108.7kWh battery enables a range of up to 754km (468 miles) in the WLTP cycle.
The maximum charging rate is 400kW.
At an 800V DC fast-charging station, users can add enough energy in 10 minutes to increase the range by up to 340km.
Standard specification also includes AC Charging Professional with a maximum AC charging rate of 22kW.
Meanwhile, the Heart of Joy high-performance computer and BMW M Dynamic Performance Control coordinate driving-related information in milliseconds, ensuring a very direct and precise driving experience.
The Heart of Joy controls the drive system, braking and steering subfunctions, as well as charging and recuperation – and does so at a whole new level.
It works 10 times faster than previous systems.
Also, the Soft Stop feature allows the iX3 M60 xDrive to draw to a perfectly smooth stop – without any jerking or braking noise – thanks to energy recuperation.
The result is the smoothest stopping action in the history of BMW.
The most powerful BMW iX3 variant is fitted as standard with M Sport brakes.
Meanwhile, elements of the new BMW M design language shape the front end and maximise its visual presence.
A clear identifying feature here is the new M Yellow Lights, with their focused gaze on the road.
These light icons have their origins in motor sport, with racing cars like the BMW M Hybrid V8 providing the aesthetic inspiration.
The M Yellow Lights can only be used in combination with the low-beam headlights.
Standard specification includes both M Sport exterior items and the BMW Iconic Glow exterior package, and 21-inch M light-alloy wheels.
In the cabin, BMW Panoramic iDrive with BMW Operating System X creates a unique display and operating system that brings together the standard-fitted BMW Panoramic Vision, central display in free-cut design and M Sport steering wheel, plus the optional BMW 3D Head-Up Display.
The BMW Panoramic Vision – like the optional BMW 3D Head-Up Display – projects driving-relevant information into the driver’s line of sight.
Next to the M Sport steering wheel, the 17.9-inch central display in free-cut design is angled towards the driver.
The iX3 M60 xDrive is fitted as standard with M Sport seats.
There are also SAE Level 2 driver assistance systems and active safety functions with BMW Symbiotic Drive.
The Motorway Assistant enables hands-free driving on motorways at up to 130kph.
Production of the new iX3 M60 xDrive will begin at BMW Group Plant Debrecen in Hungary in spring 2027.
