BMW iX3 50 xDrive now in Malaysia: The first Neue Klasse EV, priced at under RM400k

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6 Aug 2026 • 11:21 AM MYT
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The 2nd generation BMW iX3 is now officially in Malaysia, marking the beginning of the Neue Klasse EV era in our market. Only one variant of the EV is available in Malaysia at the moment which is the 2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro.

The M Sport Pro package brings numerous aesthetic upgrades to the iX3 50 xDrive including:

  • 22-inch Y-Spoke style 1054M bicolour light alloy wheels
  • M Sport brakes with red high-gloss callipers
  • M Sport painted bumpers and side sills
  • Dark finish for the illuminated kidney grille (BMW Iconic Glow)
  • M Black interior design
  • M Sport seats for driver and front passenger
  • M 2-spoke steering wheel
  • M seatbelts

The Driving Assistant Plus and Parking Assistant Professional also come as standard for the BMW iX3 50 xDrive in Malaysia. Not to forget, the EV also comes with Hankook Ion Evo SUV tyres.

The German marquee is also planning to launch the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase (LWB) in Malaysia as well. However, there was no announcement regarding the LWB variant at today’s launch event.

2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro Malaysia Price, Colourways

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As for the pricing, the BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro in Malaysia starts at RM378,800. If you include the BMW Service & Repair Inclusive (BSRI) package, the total price would then be RM399,800.

The Malaysia-spec iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro can be obtained in Alpine White, Black Sapphire, M Brooklyn Grey, Space Silver, Ocean Wave Blue, and Polarised Grey.

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As part of the launch promotion, the iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro is available with a 3-month payment holiday before the first installment begins.

2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro Malaysia Warranty

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With the BSRI package that we mentioned earlier, it extends the iX3’s unlimited mileage vehicle warranty from 2 to 5 years. It also inclusive of unlimited mileage service coverage for 6 years.

Meanwhile, the high-voltage battery in the iX3 is covered by an 8-year / 160,000km warranty with a guaranteed minimum State of Health (SoH) of 70%.

2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro Malaysia Quick Specs

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The BMW iX3 50 xDrive comes with a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) setup which delivers 345kW (463hp) and 645Nm of torque. This allows the SUV to go from 0 to 100km/h in just 4.9 seconds alongside a top speed of 210km/h.

With the efficiency enhancements from its Gen 6 BMW eDrive platform, the iX3 50 xDrive offers 679 to 805km of WLTP-rated range, subject to configuration. It is powered by a 108.7kWh NMC battery and has a claimed energy consumption (combined WLTP) of 15.1 to 17.9 kWh per 100km.

Thanks to its 800V architecture, it also supports faster DC charging up to 400kW. BMW says a quick 10-minute top-up at a high-powered DC charger is able to add up to 372km of range, and 10-80% takes just 21 minutes.

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For AC charging, the Malaysia-spec iX3 50 xDrive is equipped with a 22kW 3-phase on-board charger.

In terms of design, the BMW iX3 features a new cleaner design language that includes a slimmer kidney illuminated grille, which pays homage to the 1962 BMW 1500 – the original Neue Klasse.

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Meanwhile, the interior gets a huge revamp as well with the BMW Panoramic iDrive system. The traditional instrument cluster has been replaced with a full-width BMW Panoramic Vision that sits below the windshield.

That being said, BMW still retains a 3D head-up display which keeps the driver informed while keeping an eye on the road at all times. Despite its software-defined approach, BMW still retains crucial physical driver controls including signal stalks, gear selector, power windows and side mirrors.

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However, the air conditioner vents for the front passengers are now controlled via gestures from the touch screen just like a Tesla. As a 5-seater SUV, the new BMW iX3 still offers a generous amount of storage, which includes a 520L boot that’s expandable up to 1,750L with the rear seats folded. Another first for the BMW EV is the inclusion of a 58L frunk under the bonnet.

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