BMW iX3 Launched in Nepal: Luxury Goes Green!

BMW Nepal officially unveiled its first premium electric SAV for the Nepali market.

Laxmi Premium Motors, the authorized distributor of BMW vehicles in Nepal, has unveiled its first-ever premium EV.

BMW iX3 is based on the outgoing BMW X3 but with an electric motor.

It will set new standards for electric vehicles with a perfect blend of outstanding performance and environmental consciousness.

This is a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), a name given to BMW’s crafted SUVs with sportier nature.

iX3 is an SAV with aerodynamic elements and blue accents that fully brings out its electric nature.

What is the Price of a BMW iX3 in Nepal?

BMW iX3 M price in Nepal is Rs. 2.29 Crore. Moreover, it is only available in a single variant.

Additionally, BMW Nepal offers a comprehensive 8-Year (or 160000 Km) Warranty on the Battery and a 2-Year on the Motor and Charger.

With that said, let’s take a quick look at the BMW iX3 in Nepal along with its key specifications for 2024.

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BMW iX3 Overview

Design

BMW iX3 is a muscular SUV with sculpted design elements.

It sports a dashing front styling, highlighted by its electrified BMW Kidney Grille and Adaptive LED Headlights.

The BMW logo sits at the center to create a striking profile.

It includes i-Blue Design almost everywhere. It creates a noticeable Blue Surround of the BMW roundel on the front, rear, and alloy wheels.

These few details help iX3 differentiate the EV from its ICE version.

The side profile is less aggressive when compared to the front. It gets visible crease lines along with 19-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels.

Together, both maintain optimum efficiency with drag reduction.

The same can be said about its rear profile.

It continues its striking profile with its sculpted LED light, underscoring the athletic nature of the car.

Inside, the iX3 is loaded!

You will find the EV Blue-accents, Vernasca Leather, and Ambient Lighting.

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Interestingly enough, it comes with a driver-centric Infotainment System packed with intuitive controls and buttons.

Plus, the 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound is the cherry on top! And, the interior sound has been composed by Hans Zimmer!

Additionally, BMW iX3 comes in Black, White, Blue, and Grey colors.

Performance

BMW iX3 is powered by a 210kW 2.0 eDrive-equipped Motor. It generates a max power of 286PS and a max torque of 400Nm.

It is supported by an 80 kWh High-Voltage Battery Capacity with a 460 km range. Moreover, it can fully charge in 7.5 hours with the onboard 11kW AC Charger.

There is support for a 150kW DC Fast Charger, which charges from 0% to 80% in just 34 minutes!

It claims a top speed of 180 km/h and 0-100Km/h in just 6.8 seconds. However, it is a Rear-Wheel Drive only without any option for All-Wheel Drive.

Additional Details

The dimensions are 4734 mm long, 1891 mm wide, and 1668 mm tall. Moreover, the wheelbase sits at 2860mm.

Double Wishbone and Independent Multi-Link Suspension handles suspension duties. It features Adaptive suspension which can adjust the damper characteristics.

BMW iX3 ground clearance is 190mm. And, the kerb weight is 2255kg.

It includes a 510-liter boot space, which can be extended to 1560 liters.

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Features

Here is a quick list of features in the new BMW iX3 in Nepal.

BMW iX3 Features Highlight

• 210kW 5.0 eDrive Motor
• 80 kWh High-Voltage Battery
• BMW i-Kidney Grille with Blue Accents
• Adaptive LED Headlamps
• 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
• 12.3-inch Infotainment System
• 460km Range
• Brake Energy Regeneration
• 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound Setup
• Adaptive Suspension System
• Intelligent Driving Assistance System
• Intelligent Parking System
• eDRIVE Exterior Sound

BMW iX3 Price in Nepal and Availability

Talking about the price, the BMW iX3 price in Nepal is Rs. 2,29,96,000.

It is available in a single variant for the Nepali market for now.

Interested individuals can reach out to BMW Nepal for more information.

Laxmi Premium Motors established a world-class BMW sales and service setup in 2020 at Tinkune, Kathmandu.

Since then, the company currently offers BMW X1 sDrive18i, BMW X3 xDrive 20i, BMW X5 xDrive45e (PHEV), BMW 5 Series (PHEV), and BMW 7 Series.

Among them, the new BMW iX3 is the first premium BMW EV in Nepal, hoping to create a strong presence in the premium EV segment.

Frequently Asked Question

Who is the authorized distributor of the BMW iX3 in Nepal?
Laxmi Premium Motors is the authorized distributor of the BMW iX3 in Nepal.

What is the price of the BMW iX3 in Nepal?
The price of the BMW iX3 M-Sport in Nepal is Rs. 2.29 Crore.

What is the ground clearance for the BMW iX3 in Nepal?
The ground clearance in the BMW iX3 in Nepal is 190mm.

Where is BMW showroom located?
BMW showroom is located at Tinkune, Kathmandu.