BMW iX3 Arrives in UAE with 460 km Range from AED 269,000
Priya Mehta·12 May 2026·4 min read
BMW's electric mid-size SUV launches in UAE with an updated 77.8 kWh battery, 340 hp, and standard equipment package that targets the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai IONIQ 6 directly.
BMW has launched the updated iX3 in the UAE, providing a lower-entry-point option into the brand's electric vehicle lineup. The iX3 arrives at AED 269,000 in M Sport specification as standard — the only available trim in the UAE.
What We Know
The 2026 iX3 features a revised 77.8 kWh battery (up from 74 kWh in the previous generation) paired to a single rear-axle electric motor producing 340 hp and 400 Nm. WLTP range is 460 km — UAE real-world estimate: 380–400 km.
Charging: DC fast charge at up to 150 kW. A 10–80% charge takes 29 minutes at a 150 kW charger, or approximately 60 minutes at a 50 kW DEWA public charger.
| Spec | BMW iX3 M Sport |
|---|---|
| Battery | 77.8 kWh |
| Power | 340 hp |
| Range (WLTP) | 460 km |
| DC fast charge | 150 kW |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 sec |
| Boot capacity | 510 L |
| Price (AED) | 269,000 |
M Sport Standard Equipment
UAE-spec iX3 includes as standard: BMW Curved Display (12.3-inch instruments + 14.9-inch touchscreen), Adaptive LED headlights, M Sport body kit and suspension, Harman Kardon audio, wireless charging pad, and panoramic sunroof.
vs Tesla Model Y Long Range
| Comparison | BMW iX3 M Sport | Tesla Model Y LR |
|---|---|---|
| Price (AED) | 269,000 | 189,900 |
| Range | 460 km | 533 km |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 sec | 5.0 sec |
| Charging network | DEWA/public | Supercharger (43 UAE stations) |
The AED 79,100 premium over the Model Y LR buys BMW brand prestige, a more traditionally premium interior, and iDrive 8.5 — the best OEM infotainment system available. The Tesla wins on range and charging network.
What This Means for Buyers
The iX3 fills a real gap in BMW's UAE lineup: buyers who want an electric BMW but cannot justify the iX xDrive40's AED 334,900. At AED 269,000 it is competitive — though the Tesla Model Y LR remains 29% cheaper with better range. The BMW wins on interior quality and brand value.
What Happens Next
First deliveries of the iX3 begin in February 2026. A full CarsXT road test is planned for Q1 2026.