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BMW iX3 Production Ramp-Up: A New Era for Electric Crossovers

Electrek·EV·Jan 31, 2026
BMW iX3 Production Ramp-Up: A New Era for Electric Crossovers

The all-new, all-electric 2027 BMW iX3 has made a significant impact on the automotive market since its official debut last fall. With demand so high that BMW is reportedly sold out through to the end of 2026, the company is taking steps to meet the growing demand for electric crossovers. In an effort to keep wait times manageable, BMW will add a second production shift at its new Debrecen plant in Hungary, which will eventually build some 150,000 cars a year.

The success of the Neue Klasse iX3 has been impressive, with the car making up around a third of BMW's new car orders in Europe since its debut. However, customer deliveries aren't expected to start until March, and the plant is still ramping up production. To put this into perspective, the BMW iX3 has already made up a significant portion of the company's new car orders, indicating that much of the originally planned production output is already effectively sold.

The added production shift will help keep wait times from stretching into 2027 and ensure that customers can get their hands on the popular electric crossover sooner. With its impressive range and performance capabilities, it's no wonder people are eager to snap up a BMW iX3. In fact, the car has been put through rigorous testing, including a 1000 km adventure from Munich to Debrecen, Germany, covering over 621 miles on a single charge.

This demonstrates the car's impressive energy-dense battery and its ability to keep up with demanding driving conditions. With Tesla's excellent Supercharger network baked into the BMW iX3, customers can enjoy long-distance travel without worrying about running out of charge. As the automotive market continues to shift towards electric vehicles, it's clear that BMW is taking a leading role in this transition.

The added production capacity at the Debrecen plant will help meet the growing demand for electric crossovers and ensure that customers have access to these popular vehicles sooner. With its impressive performance capabilities and range, the BMW iX3 is an attractive option for those looking to switch to an electric vehicle. By adding a second production shift, BMW is taking steps to keep up with demand and meet customer expectations.

This move will help keep wait times manageable and ensure that customers can get their hands on the popular electric crossover sooner.

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