The United States missed the original IX3, but BMW wants to compensate for the lost time with a well -superior product. Not only in terms of hardware and software, but also in terms of personalization. BMWblog learned that the US-bound electric crossover that comes next summer will be very customizable.
The product manager Nicholas Gerstner informed us that the highly expected EV in the USA was announced with all outdoor colors already announced for other markets, including special individual colors. Interestingly, we have also learned that a “special green interior” BMW has not yet been unveiled. It will join the digital white cabin in most press recordings with additional alternatives such as Castanea (Image below) And black.
While some cushions are made of artificial leather (Veganza), those who are willing to pay more can jump for the real cause. For example, individual merin or in black has already been confirmed. In a related note, seat belts in M-themed do not come to the IX3 50 XDrive. However, future M -Performance and complete M versions will probably get the famous three stripes.
BMW USA is considering optional to make heated rear seats. This is no surprise because the feature has already been announced for other regions. It is the same story with ventilated front seats that are not available on site at the start but can be added later. The IX3 may not be sitting near the top of the line -up, but these are customers in the luxury segment.
Nicholas, who was away from the seats, told us and informed us that the panorama sliding roof was offered as an independent option. Even in packages that contain it, customers can ask BMW to delete the glass roof at no additional costs. For those who want the glass field above, but not all year round, a manually cut sun protection is offered.
If you are not a fan of the quirky white steering wheel with spokes at the positions of 12 and 6 a.m., there are alternatives. In addition to a slightly different black bike, Nicholas said BMWblog That an M-Branded wheel in the USA is offered as an option for IX3S that are equipped with the M Sport package. Although it doesn’t look exactly conventional either, it looks more sporty and traditional than the standard setup.
Finally, BMW confirms that more affordable dual and single engine configurations will arrive after the 50 XDRIVE countries next summer. The 40 XDRIVE is expected at around $ 55,000 in early 2027, although the 40 SDRIVE rear drive is even cheaper.
The complete interview with Nicholas Gerstner is attached below.
