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2020 BMW iX3 Reservations Are Go In Norway

No less than 15,000 kroner. That’s how much it costs to get in the queue for an iX3 in Norway, translating to approximately €1,540. Audi did the same with the e-tron quattro more than a year ago, kicking off the reservations list with a deposit of 20,000 kroner (€2,050).
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On bmwconceptix3.no, the Bavarian automaker reiterates that “production of the iX3 starts in 2020.” But as opposed to Audi (which already assembles the e-tron quattro in Brussels, Belgium), BMW will manufacture the X3-based electric SUV in China. The Middle Kingdom is also where MINI will start building electric vehicles from 2019 onward.

As opposed to the Audi and Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4Matic, as well as Jaguar I-Pace, the BMW doesn’t come with a dual-motor option. Upon presenting the Concept iX3, the automaker quoted an output of “more than 200 kW,” translating to 270 horsepower.

The electric motor, fixed-ratio transmission, and electronic trickery are grouped into a single component, though it remains to be seen if BMW will integrate this package on the front or rear axle. Being based on the CLuster ARchitecture, we’re expecting the iX3 to be rear-wheel drive.

Moving on to the 70-kWh battery, BMW claims the iX3 can go “more than 400 kilometers” (250 miles; World Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure) between charging. Speaking of which, the compact premium crossover will be able to juice up the lithium-ion battery at a rate of up to 150 kW.

Even though Tesla and Nissan are busy selling the Model 3 and Leaf like there’s no tomorrow, competition will push everyone to do better as far as electric vehicles are concerned. Developments in battery technology will also bring the price-per-kWh down, translating to more sales.

In regard to suggested retail pricing, the iX3 should start from somewhere between the BMW i3s (€41,150) and Audi e-tron quattro (€80,000). The cheapest X3 on sale in Germany is €44,600 for the xDrive20i, which means the electric option should be priced in the ballpark of €60,000.
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About the author: Mircea Panait
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After a 1:43 scale model of a Ferrari 250 GTO sparked Mircea's interest for cars when he was a kid, an early internship at Top Gear sealed his career path. He's most interested in muscle cars and American trucks, but he takes a passing interest in quirky kei cars as well.
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