The BMW iX3 is a fully-electric version of the hugely popular X3 family SUV. On the outside, only a few blue accents and slightly more streamlined alloys help distinguish the iX3 from its internal combustion engine siblings, but the driving experience is in a league of its own. This is a comfortable, practical family SUV that is well worth putting on your shopping list.

Key highlights

The BMW iX3 is one of the comfiest mid-sized family SUVs available. It also boasts one of the most intuitive infotainment systems on sale, with just the right mix of touchscreen and physical buttons to perform all your major commands. Perfect if you're shuttling a car-full of kids to swimming practice. With a 510-litre boot and plenty of space for five people inside, the iX3 is perfectly-sized for a family SUV, plus there’s the usual storage spaces and USB connections. And like the rest of the BMW iX range, it features clever regen braking settings to help maximise range.

Performance and range

The iX3 has a single rear-mounted electric motor producing 292bhp, which achieves 0-62mph in 6.8 seconds – hot hatch performance for a family SUV. The 80kWh battery will give you 285 miles of range and it’s capable of 150kW charging which will get you back on the move in no time. Standard is M Sport with M Sport Pro also available as a leasing option.

Tech specs

BMW iX3 M Sport

• 0-62mph: 6.8 seconds
• Top speed: 115mph
• Battery: 80kWh
• Range:  286 miles
• Max charging speed: 150kW
• Boot space: 510 litres

Similar models

There are plenty of alternatives to the iX3 if you’re looking to lease a premium family SUV, for example the high-quality Audi Q4 e-tron, the versatile, seven-seat Mercedes EQB, which offers seven seats, the futuristic Tesla Model Y, or the Hyundai Ioniq 5, for more range and faster charging.