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BMW iX3 (2020): Is the electric car better than hybrid & diesel?

By Auto Motor und Sport (Glomex) 3 March 2021 6 Views

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After the BMW i3 and Mini Cooper SE, the BMW iX3 is the first all-electric vehicle from the core BMW brand. But unlike some of its competitors, the SUV does not come on its own electric platform, but shares the base with the X3. What are the advantages and disadvantages? The first driving impression should clarify it.

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