Exclusive: 2026 BMW iX3 interior revealed

The all-electric BMW iX3 SUV first graced showrooms in 2021, and now the second generation is ready for a major overhaul. We have spotted another camouflaged test vehicle in Germany and this time we were lucky to get close enough to have a look at its interior.

Rumors and spy shots, including recent glimpses from Munich, Germany, suggest the official reveal isn't too far off, most likely as early as September 2025 at the Munich Auto Show. While the pre-production models are still sporting the automotive equivalent of a secret identity—a swirly camouflage wrap designed to confuse onlookers—some design cues are peeking through.

The headlights appear to feature thicker, more defined LED lines for daytime running lights, giving the BMW iX3 a more assertive look. The signature BMW kidney grille, a point of much discussion in recent years, seems to be a tad smaller and reinterpreted with a more horizontal emphasis, a departure from the current model's more traditional look. Around the back, the taillights have been revamped, ditching their previous oval-like enclosures for straight, aggressive-looking LED strips.

Our first look at the interior reveals a big screen dominating the dashboard, and an M-Power steering wheel, suggesting this test vehicle hides way more under its swirly camouflage. The center console is made of carbon fiber, adding some weight to the suggestion this might be the new M60 xDrive version and the driving mode dial confirms it is a dual-motor model.

This new BMW iX3 is more than just skin deep; it's the pioneering vehicle for BMW's much-vaunted Neue Klasse architecture. This dedicated EV platform is a big deal, promising significant advancements. Think of it as an entirely new skeleton and nervous system for BMW's future electric cars. It will use the company's sixth-generation eDrive technology, featuring new cylindrical battery cells.

BMW says they offer 20 percent higher energy density. Coupled with an 800-volt electrical system, this translates to potentially 30 percent faster charging and, crucially, a 30 percent boost in driving range. Early estimates suggest a WLTP range exceeding 373 miles, with some configurations possibly pushing towards an impressive 497 miles.

The Neue Klasse BMW iX3 is expected to offer several versions. Reports point to a rear-wheel-drive 40 model, an all-wheel-drive 40 xDrive, a more powerful 50 xDrive, and for those craving extra punch, a high-performance M60 xDrive. Power outputs could range from 275 horsepower for the entry-level model to 560 horsepower or more for the M60 version.

Production of the new SUV will begin in late 2025 at BMW's new plant in Debrecen, Hungary. European customers will likely see the first deliveries in late 2025 or early 2026. For the rest of the world the wait will be a bit longer, with availability expected from March 2026. The previous BMW iX3 never made it to American shores, but with the new global platform, hopes are higher this time around, though factors like import tariffs could influence final decisions.