Not to go long until BMW finally unpacks the new IX3. Up to the second generation of Electric Crossover, covering the cover of September breaks in September, so that interesting details are created about the “NA5”. We already know that the EV will support a maximum loading force of 400 kW. That is enough in just 10 minutes for over 350 kilometers of WLTP range. But what if you charged about twice as long?
According to a new report by a well -informed insider on the Bimmer Post Forums that are resumed with a 400 kW charger in just 21 minutes from 10% to 80% from 10% to 80%. As we have previously learned directly from BMW, the next IX3 will not maintain the top performance for more than 3-5 minutes. Then the rate begins to rejuvenate. BMW indicates that the IX3 can calculate in about 20 minutes from 10% to 80% under ideal conditions, so that this new rumor matches the company’s official demands.
BMW has promised a maximum WLTP range of 497 miles of 800 kilometers. If our math is correct, 80% of which would be about 640 km (398 miles). The next IX3 will be the first model that contains the sixth generation of battery technology with cylindrical cells. These are said to offer 20% higher energy density than today’s fifth generation prismatic cells.
As a refreshment, reports claim that the first modern new class model uses a battery with a gross capacity of 113.4 kWh (107.9 kWh network). This is the expected specification for the X3 50 XDrive, although other versions are probably in the pipeline. A rear -wheel drive variant with a single -engine with the same battery can achieve a larger range thanks to the reduced weight caused by throwing the front engine.
As a reference, the XDRIVE variant reports reported in the European specification, with the exception of the driver, 2,285 kilograms (5,038 pounds). It remains uncertain whether the IX3 50 XDrive will reach the projected area of 800 km (497 miles). This number can be reserved for a more efficient RWD configuration.
At the end of this year, the IX3 will go into production in the new Debrecen factory in Hungary. BMW will track an i3 limousine from its Munich plant on the crossover. We believe that the latter will be even more efficient thanks to a slightly lower curb weight and a slim body.
Source: Bimmer Post
