Pros Cool exterior design, zippy on-road personality, spacious and nicely styled cabin.
Cons Limited front-trunk space, infotainment system is more retro than futuristic.
Pros Quick acceleration and sporty handling Plenty of room in the front and back Compatible with the latest high-rate charging stations Styling is sleeker than a hatchback and not as bulky as a true SUV
Cons Not as much maximum cargo space as other electric SUVs Front and rear visibility isn't the best Underwhelming range in Edmunds' real-world testing Operation of some driver assist features could be smoother
BMW's second full-electric car is a little more 'normal', a pragmatic EV that can go a long way on a charge
Pros Goes a long way, quietly on relatively little electricity
Cons Doesn't explore electric packaging possibilities. Not 4WD
The BMW iX3 is good to drive and practical, with a better range than rivals, namely the Audi E-tron and Mercedes EQC. It also has a fab infotainment system and a smart interior, so it’s a fine buy if you’re looking for a big electric SUV.
Pros Longer range than most direct rivals Great infotainment system Comparatively well priced
Cons Not as fast as rivals Audi E-tron is quieter Tesla Model 3 has a longer range and faster charging
Pros Drives like a BMW should Looks won't alienate EV newbies Impressive range and performance
Cons High price and costly options No lower-powered versions Facelift models have already appeared
