BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
BMW |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model |
Neue Klasse SUV (Vision Neue Klasse X / Next-Gen iX3) |
Little G” EV (Baby G-Class Electric SUV) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric SUV (Sports Activity Vehicle) |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
| Trims |
To be announced (likely xDrive variants) |
Expected multiple trims (RWD + AWD versions) |
| Release Date |
Late 2025 (production start) |
2026 (expected) |
| Status |
Upcoming (Concept shown, production pending) |
Concept / Pre-production testing phase |
| Made In |
Debrecen, Hungary (new BMW EV plant) |
Germany (likely at Mercedes EQ facilities) |
| Body Type |
SUV (between BMW X3 and X5 size) |
Compact SUV (mini G-Wagon inspired) |
| Vehicle Warranty |
Expected 4 years / 50,000 miles (standard BMW EV warranty) |
4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, standard Mercedes) |
| Colors |
To be announced |
To be announced (likely similar to G-Class heritage palette) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
BMW 6th-Generation eDrive Electric Motors |
Dual-motor (AWD) + single-motor (RWD) expected |
| Horsepower |
400–500 hp (expected, not officially disclosed) |
330–430 hp (estimated) |
| Torque |
Estimated 500+ Nm |
500–600 Nm (estimated) |
| Acceleration |
4.5–5.0 sec (expected) |
0–60 mph in ~4.5–5.5 sec (depending on trim) |
| Top Speed |
130 mph (limited) |
120 mph (limited) |
| Range |
400 miles (EPA est.) |
300–350 miles (WLTP, est.) |
| Drivetrain |
Dual-motor AWD (xDrive) |
RWD (base), AWD (higher trims, 4MATIC) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion, prismatic cell (BMW Gen6) |
Lithium-ion, Mercedes’ MMA platform |
| Battery Capacity |
100 kWh (est.) |
90 kWh (usable ~80 kWh) |
| Power Consumption |
15–17 kWh/100 km (est.) |
17–20 kWh/100 km (est.) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) |
8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) |
| Home Charging Speed |
11–22 kW AC |
11 kW AC |
| Supercharging Speed |
Not confirmed (BMW network + Ionity) |
22 kW AC (optional upgrade) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Up to 400 kW |
Up to 200 kW |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
200 miles in 10 minutes (fast charging) |
30–35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 20 mins (DC) |
| Charging Time |
10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC Fast) |
10–12 hrs (AC), 20–30 mins (10–80% DC) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS (North America: NACS from 2025 onward) |
CCS Combo Type 2 (Europe), NACS (US from 2025) |
| Home Charging Options |
Wallbox (11–22 kW), Standard outlet |
Wallbox, Mercedes Intelligent Charger |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW standard, 22 kW optional |
11–22 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
187–190 in (est.) |
4,500 mm (est.) |
| Width |
75 in (est.) |
1,880 mm (est.) |
| Height |
64 in (est.) |
1,700 mm (est.) |
| Wheelbase |
115 in (est.) |
2,800 mm (est.) |
| Ground Clearance |
7.5 in (est.) |
220 mm (off-road capable) |
| Cargo Space |
28–60 cu ft (with seats down) |
500 L rear, expandable ~1,500 L with seats folded |
| Curb Weight |
5,000 lbs (est.) |
2,200–2,400 kg (battery included) |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels |
Alloy, AMG optional |
| Wheel Size |
20"–22" (expected options) |
18"–20" |
| Front Tire |
255/45 R20 (est.) |
255/55 R18 (expected) |
| Rear Tire |
285/40 R20 (est.) |
255/55 R18 (expected) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic (EV) |
Single-speed (EV direct drive) |
| Turning Radius |
19 ft (est.) |
11 m |
| Gear Box |
Single-speed reduction gear |
1-speed automatic |
| Front Suspension |
Adaptive strut (BMW adaptive system) |
Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link independent |
Multi-link / independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
BMW Highway Assistant (semi-autonomous) |
Mercedes Drive Pilot (L2+ autonomy, optional) |
| Navigation System |
BMW iDrive 10 with AR navigation |
MBUX with AR navigation |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes (Distronic) |
| Climate Control |
3-zone automatic climate control |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes (USB-C) |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless standard |
Wireless support |
| Android Auto |
Wireless standard |
Wireless support |
| Touchscreen |
BMW Panoramic Vision + central display |
12–13" MBUX OLED |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes, latest gen |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Supported via MBUX |
| No. Of Speakers |
12–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional) |
10–16 (Burmester optional) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
Regenerative + Disc |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Disc |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Ventilated Disc |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
8 |
6–8 (depending on trim) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° camera system |
360° camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Likely (drive assist modes) |
Yes (off-road assist) |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
