BMW iX3 Hits 485 Miles in NAF Summer Range Test
The new iX3 topped Motor and NAF's 2026 test at 485 miles, ahead of other EVs, though real-world results will depend on conditions and driving style.
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BMW's updated iX3 covered 485 miles on one charge during the latest Motor and NAF summer range test. That figure put it ahead of every other EV in the group.
Test Conditions
The run followed NAF protocols on Norwegian roads with mixed speeds and temperatures. Electrek reported the iX3 result directly from the organizers. NAF published the full test protocol and competitor data. Operators know these tests use steady driving and favorable weather. Cold starts, highway loads, and cabin heat pull real numbers down fast.
Battery and Efficiency Notes
The iX3 uses an updated pack and drive unit tuned for lower consumption. No new cell chemistry was announced. Fleet managers will watch how degradation shows up after 100,000 miles and whether the claimed efficiency holds on repeated fast charges.
AutonomyEV's opinion
Range numbers sell cars, yet service planners still size routes around worst-case days. BMW has not released detailed pack specs or warranty data on capacity retention. Until those numbers appear in regulatory filings, treat the 485-mile headline as a lab peak, not a daily guarantee.
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