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SCMP Style Reporter

New versions of cars can sometimes be a little underwhelming – a slightly modified silhouette here, a few tweaks to the trim there. And then there’s the new BMW iX3, which doesn’t so much relaunch the vehicle as completely rewrite its design language, dramatically upgrading everything from aesthetics to electronics to sustainability.

The car – the BMW iX3 50 xDrive – is the newest battery electric version of the company’s X3 compact luxury crossover SUV. But where the model it updates, the G08, was based on the same BMW Cluster Architecture (CLAR) platform as the equivalent non-electric vehicle, the new car is the first to be based on the carmaker’s Neue Klasse platform, carving out entirely new territory among EVs.

The upgrades begin with the new iX3’s dynamic lines and assertive silhouette, complemented by features including vertically arranged kidney grilles and a new light signature. The elegance of the visual glow-up continues on the inside, where a floating instrument panel is integrated into the door trim panels for a wraparound effect.

It’s also a whole lot brainier. Four high-performance computers give it 20 times the processing speed of its predecessor. There’s the new BMW Panoramic iDrive control system, numerous automated features that make it a cinch to drive and an Intelligent Personal Assistant that allows for natural voice commands.

Driven by two electric motors, the iX3 generates 469hp with 645Nm of torque, allowing it to reach 100km/h in a zippy 4.9 seconds. Not that kicking out that kind of power involves any compromise when it comes to range: the iX3 can roam for an impressive 805km.

What’s more, a punchy 400kW peak charging rate means that 372km can be added to its range in just 10 minutes. It even offers bidirectional charging, meaning that the car itself can be used as a charger for other items.

Nor does the iX3’s power come at the expense of its sustainability credentials. Supply chain carbon emissions have been cut by 35 per cent compared to previous models, and the point at which its carbon footprint becomes lower than that of a combustion engine model can be as low as 17,500km, if it’s charged with renewably generated power.

The iX3 is available in M Sport and M Sport Pro editions with an even more dynamic appearance and improved handling. On top of that, joining them this summer will be a new version specifically tailored to the Chinese market.


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The iX3 50 xDrive: BMW has completely rewritten the new car’s design language, dramatically upgrading everything from aesthetics to electronics to sustainability. Photo: Handout

The iX3 50 xDrive is based on BMW’s Neue Klasse platform. Photo: Handout

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive comes with significant upgrades. Photo: Handout

The new design has four high-performance computers, a new BMW Panoramic iDrive control system, and numerous automated features. Photo: Handout

BMW’s iX3 50 xDrive offers bidirectional charging. Photo: Handout

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive boasts sturdy sustainability credentials, too. Photo: Handout

Driven by two electric motors, the iX3 generates 469hp with 645Nm of torque, allowing it to reach 100km/h in 4.9 seconds – but not at the expense of sustainability. Photo: Handout

The new BMW iX3 50 xDrive hits the road. Photo: Handout

Inside Style by SCMP’s star-studded 20th anniversary party with BMW, Saicho and more

Rosemary Vandenbroucke, Janet Ma, Gaile, Angie Ng, Kathy Chow and Ana Rivera at Style by SCMP’s 20th anniversary party in Hong Kong, on February 11. Photo: Style by SCMP

Style by SCMP over the years, including the special 20th anniversary issue out February 13, on display at Grand Majestic Sichuan in Hong Kong. Photo: Style by SCMP

Hong Kong bakery Oookie Cookie provided cookies featuring iconic handbags illustrated by Susanna Gentili. Photo: Style by SCMP

DJ Nat Dunn at the Style by SCMP party. Photo: Style by SCMP

SCMP COO Kevin Huang at the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

A Butter cake to celebrate Style by SCMP’s anniversary. Photo: Style by SCMP

Vincent Raffin and Calvin Wang at the Style by SCMP anniversary party. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Michele Chu, Willem Molesworth and Ysabelle Cheung pose for a photo at the event. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Josi Yan and Kevin Huang celebrating 20 years of Style by SCMP with Alice Chan and Clara So. Photo: Style by SCMP

Andrew Mok and Tate Mok strike a pose. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Sheena K. and Olga Yuen bringing a pop of colour to the event. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Jeannie Guo with the special 20th anniversary issue of Style by SCMP. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Grace Chan in an all-red number. Photo: Style by SCMP

Alan Chan at the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

SCMP COO Kevin Huang (middle) with Samantha Lyu, Natalie Lei, Unique Ao Leong and Vanessa Estorninho at the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

Alex Lee, Kevin Huang and Andrew Herne pose for a photo. Photo: Style by SCMP

Veronica Li and Evelyn Choi smiling for the camera. Photo: Style by SCMP

Mimi Tang and Kevin Huang enjoying the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

Vivienne Tam in a stylish number. Photo: Style by SCMP

Jeremy Wong posing at the Style by SCMP event. Photo: Style by SCMP

SCMP COO Kevin Huang with Cora Mau from Saicho. Photo: Style by SCMP

Rosemary Ling in a sleek red dress for the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

Leslie Tsang, Chris Tong, Gloria Tso, Amanda Cheung, Cecilia Yeung and Cedric Ho. Photo: Style by SCMP

Ana Rivera posing in a stylish red dress. Photo: Style by SCMP

Kevin Poon, Catherine Ku, Florance Yip and Vincenzo La Torre. Photo: Style by SCMP

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Tania Mohan at the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

Style by SCMP celebrates two decades of history. Photo: Style by SCMP

Alan Chan, Ruby Fung and Dez Yu at the Style by SCMP anniversary party. Photo: Style by SCMP

Cindy Chee and Kevin Huang pose for a photo. Photo: Style by SCMP

Sophia Yu and Amanda Cheung smile for the camera. Photo: Style by SCMP

Elva Ni in a purple cardigan at the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

Justine Lee, Cora Mau and Veronica Li pose for a photo at the event. Photo: Style by SCMP

Style Edit: BMW’s i7 flagship range of electric executive cars

The BMW i7 models are designed to offer comfort and performance as well as being a greener option for those looking for an executive-level car. Photo: Handout

The BMW i7 models are the carmaker’s flagship electric executive cars. Photo: Handout

The BMW i7’s performance is impressive, reaching 100km/h in 5.5 seconds while having a range of as much as 611 kilometres. Photo: Handout

The BMW Curved Display and new BMW Interaction Bar. Photo: Handout

The i7’s interior is plush and refined. Photo: Handout

How luxury watch brands are reinventing the art of marquetry, from Hermès to Patek Philippe

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Patek Philippe ref. 21000M-001 Geneva Harbor dome table clock. Photo: Handout

Chopard L.U.C Quattro Spirit 25 Straw Marquetry Edition. Photo: Handout

Hermès Arceau Rocabar de Rire. Photo: Handout

Style Edit: BMW iX xDrive45 hits Hong Kong with its greener, more sophisticated ride

The new BMW iX xDrive45, now in Hong Kong, brings a greener and more sophisticated driving experience with a longer range and improved performance. Photo: Handout

The business end of the BMW iX xDrive45. Photo: Handout

The BMW xDrive45’s distinctive hexagonal steering wheel. Photo: Handout

High-spec speakers in the doors are sited next to controls for the locks and seat belt. Photo: Handout

The seats include heating and massage functions. Photo: Handout

Cortina d’Ampezzo celebrated in new book from Assouline, ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics

Last light on a mountaintop in Cortina d’Ampezzo, the northern Italian ski resort set to co-host the 2026 Winter Olympics with Milan. Photo: Handout

Cortina d’Ampezzo, a new coffee table travel book from Assouline. Photo: Handout

Llamas lounging on a grassy field beside the towering Dolomites mountains, from the new Assouline book Cortina d’Ampezzo. The animals were first brought to Europe from South America in the 1500s. Photo: Handout

Firelit chalet warmth in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Photo: Handout

Wooden rowing boats rest in a line on Lago di Braies, a famous spot in the Dolomites for boating. Photo: Handout

Aerial view of the legendary Passo Giau, one of the most famous roads in the Dolomites. Photo: Handout

A snow-covered Church of Santa Geltrude (St Gertrude), in Solda, South Tirol. Photo: Handout

When Cortina turns cold, the chalet hearth quickly becomes the place to be. Photo: Handout

The iconic Church of San Giovanni (St John), in Val di Funes, in the Dolomites. Photo: Handout

The Dolomites glow as the sun sinks over Alpe di Siusi, Europe’s largest high-altitude Alpine meadow. Photo: Handout

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Based on the carmaker’s Neue Klasse platform, the new model has a sleek design, advanced tech and 805km range, all while cutting emissions


Based on the carmaker’s Neue Klasse platform, the new model has a sleek design, advanced tech and 805km range, all while cutting emissions.


Style Edit: BMW iX3 rewrites the EV rule book on range and sustainability

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Based on the carmaker’s Neue Klasse platform, the new model has a sleek design, advanced tech and 805km range, all while cutting emissions