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Here is a summary of the provided electric car review:- The BMW iX3 is priced under $115,000 and is $15,000 cheaper than its European rivals.
- It comes with a 5-year subscription to the ChargeFox network in Australia.
- Unlike other EVs, it doesn't have tailor-made underpinnings.
- BMW took a regular X3 and replaced the engine with an electric powertrain.
- The exterior design is very similar to regular X3 models.
- Unique 20-inch alloy wheels reduce drag, adding 10 km to the range.
- The iX3 is powered by a single electric motor on the rear axle.
- The synchronous motor uses fewer rare earth materials.
- A 74kWh lithium-ion battery pack under the floor gives a claimed 460km range.
- Real-world range drops when using air conditioning by up to 100 km.
- A fast charger can charge the battery from 10 to 80% in 32 minutes.
- A household outlet takes almost two days to recharge.
- The interior is similar to petrol-powered versions.
- The interior fit and finish are of a high standard.
- The front seats are comfortable with adjustable side bolsters and lumbar support, but they aren't cooled and the leather isn’t as supple as rivals.
- Storage solutions are above average.
- It has a 10.25-inch touch screen and gesture control.
- It is equipped with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, digital radio, satellite navigation, a head-up display, voice assistance, and digital instrumentation.
- It has driver monitoring tech.
- It boasts a 3D surround-view system, reversing camera, auto parking, and reversing assistance.
- Safety technology includes automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, active cruise control, lane-keep assist, attention monitoring, and traffic sign recognition.
- The back seats have good headroom, but legroom is only okay.
- It is equipped with dual air vents with automatic climate control, dual USB-C ports, and seat back pockets.
- Luggage capacity is 510L/1560L.
- It includes a power tailgate and twin charge cables.
- It includes fold-out back hooks.
- It lacks a spare wheel and tire inflation kit.
- The warranty is three years/unlimited km, but Mercedes, Audi, and Jaguar offer five years.
- The capped-price servicing cost is $1200 over four years.
- It offers impressive good dynamics, and an overall excellent driving experience.
- It has a calm but confident attitude.
- It can go from 0 to 60 in 6.8 seconds.
