BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase Pre-Orders Open in China

BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase Pre-Orders Open in China

On August 21, BMW China announced that the next-generation BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase was available for pre-order in China. The model is offered in three variants—the 30L, 40L, and 50L—with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 269,900 to CNY 339,900. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in November 2026, and BMW China said the prices will remain unchanged at launch. As BMW’s first Neue Klasse model developed specifically for the Chinese market, the electric SUV combines a China-specific long wheelbase with revised rear-seat proportions designed for local customer preferences.

China-Specific Dimensions and Rear-Seat Design

The next-generation iX3 has a China-specific long wheelbase of 3,005 mm, while its rear-seat cushions have been made thicker and longer specifically for Chinese customers. The model measures 4,885 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, and 1,634 mm in height. This configuration gives the vehicle a dedicated market orientation rather than simply adapting a standard wheelbase model. The long-wheelbase architecture is intended to improve rear-seat accommodation, an important consideration for premium vehicles in China, while retaining the proportions and packaging associated with the next-generation iX3 platform.

Powertrain, Battery and Charging Specifications

The next-generation iX3 30L uses a single-motor, rear-wheel-drive layout with an electrically excited synchronous motor delivering 195 kW of maximum power and 500 Nm of peak torque. It has a top speed of 180 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds. Built on an 800 V high-voltage architecture, the model uses a 77 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and provides a CLTC EV-mode range of 630 km. DC fast charging from 10% to 80% state of charge takes approximately 22 minutes, combining a relatively compact battery with high-voltage charging capability.

iX3 40L and 50L Deliver Higher Performance and Range

The next-generation iX3 40L and iX3 50L use BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive with dual motors consisting of a front asynchronous motor and a rear electrically excited synchronous motor. The 40L produces 275 kW and 565 Nm, while the 50L delivers 345 kW and 645 Nm. Their top speeds are 200 km/h and 210 km/h, with 0-to-100 km/h acceleration times of 5.6 seconds and 4.9 seconds, respectively. Both use 800 V architecture, with 86.9 kWh and 113.4 kWh ternary lithium-ion batteries providing CLTC EV-mode ranges of 702 km and 919 km. DC fast charging from 10% to 80% takes approximately 21 minutes for both versions.

Digital Experience and Intelligent Driving

The next-generation iX3 introduces BMW Panoramic iDrive and the BMW AI Personal Assistant, with the assistant powered by Alibaba Group Holding Limited’s large language model and Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Basic Technology Research Co., Ltd’s advanced reasoning capabilities. BMW Panoramic Vision comes standard across the range, while selected variants receive a 3D Head-Up Display. For intelligent driving, all variants include the BMW driver assistance system, which supports highway and urban Navigation on Autopilot and intelligent parking assistance. These technologies extend the vehicle’s digital and driver-assistance capabilities alongside its new electric architecture.

BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase Variant Specifications

The three variants span different performance, battery-capacity, drivetrain, and range configurations while sharing the next-generation iX3 platform and 800 V architecture. The 30L uses rear-wheel drive and an LFP battery, while the 40L and 50L add dual-motor all-wheel drive and larger ternary lithium-ion batteries. The resulting range extends from 630 km to 919 km under the CLTC EV-mode test cycle, giving customers multiple configurations within the China-specific long-wheelbase lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will BMW begin delivering the next-generation iX3 Long Wheelbase in China?
BMW China has scheduled deliveries of the next-generation iX3 Long Wheelbase to begin in November 2026, following the opening of pre-orders on August 21. The lineup includes the 30L, 40L, and 50L variants, with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 269,900 to CNY 339,900. BMW has stated that these prices will remain unchanged when the vehicle officially launches. The China-specific model also features a 3,005 mm wheelbase, 800 V electrical architecture, multiple battery options, and CLTC EV-mode ranges reaching up to 919 km.