BMW’s electric SUV range is about to get a much sharper flagship.
The new iX3 M60 xDrive brings serious M-flavoured performance to a practical EV shape, with enough output to out-accelerate a rear-wheel-drive BMW M3 to 62 mph.
It’s a reminder that the performance SUV conversation has shifted quickly, and BMW clearly wants its next electric models to feel more than just efficient.
At a glance
- The BMW iX3 M60 xDrive delivers 603 hp and reaches 62 mph in 3.9 seconds.
- Dual electric motors, a 112.2kWh battery and standard Adaptive M Suspension give the SUV its performance hardware.
- US orders are scheduled to open at the end of January 2027, with pricing still to be announced.
Dual-motor power with an M bias
The iX3 M60 xDrive uses electric motors on both axles, drawing energy from a 112.2kWh battery pack.
Total output is rated at 603 hp and 645 lb-ft of torque, figures that put the SUV firmly in performance-car territory rather than simply quick-family-car territory.
BMW has paid particular attention to the rear motor, giving it a new stator and a more powerful inverter.
That detail matters because it suggests the M60 is not just a higher-output trim level, but one engineered to give the rear axle a stronger role in the way the car delivers its power.
The result is a 0 to 62 mph time of 3.9 seconds, which makes it quicker in that metric than a rear-wheel-drive M3.
Top speed rises to 149 mph, helped by a longer gear ratio.
Chassis hardware to match the numbers
Fast electric SUVs can feel impressive in a straight line but heavy and detached when the road starts to work them harder.
BMW appears to be addressing that with standard Adaptive M Suspension and electronically controlled dampers on the iX3 M60 xDrive.
That setup should give the car a broader operating range, from everyday ride comfort to tighter body control when the driver starts using the power properly.
It also signals where BMW is positioning this version of the iX3, as the variant for buyers who want the EV usability but still care about steering response, composure and road feel.
M-specific lighting and wheel options
The iX3 M60 xDrive also separates itself visually from lower-output versions of the SUV.
Distinctive lighting elements around the kidney grilles give the front end a more technical look, while BMW’s Iconic Glow exterior package adds a stronger nighttime signature.
Optional yellow driving lights bring a more motorsport-adjacent tone without turning the SUV into a caricature.
The M60 rides on standard 21-inch M wheels, with larger wheel options available for buyers who want a more assertive stance.
US timing and buyer appeal
BMW hasn’t announced US pricing for the iX3 M60 xDrive yet.
Orders are expected to open at the end of January 2027, placing the model on the radar for buyers who want a high-performance electric SUV but still prefer a familiar premium badge and dealership network.
Its closest appeal is likely to be with drivers who want M-level acceleration, all-weather traction and SUV practicality in one package.
The key question will be how convincingly the M60 balances its extra performance with the comfort, range expectations and daily refinement that define a successful electric SUV.
Details & Specifications
| Brand | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | iX3 M60 xDrive |
| Powertrain | Dual-motor electric all-wheel drive |
| Power | 603 hp |
| Torque | 645 lb-ft |
| Battery | 112.2kWh |
| Acceleration | 0 to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds |
| Top speed | 149 mph |
| Suspension | Adaptive M Suspension with electronically controlled dampers |
| Wheels | Standard 21-inch M wheels, larger options available |
| Price | US pricing not announced |
| Availability | US orders expected to open at the end of January 2027 |
If BMW can give the iX3 M60 xDrive the steering precision and chassis polish its badge implies, this could become one of the more compelling electric performance SUVs for drivers who still want their everyday car to feel genuinely quick.
