by Dejan Pekic
BMW Launches Fast Charging iX3 EV with Industry-Leading 805 km Range
Posted by Dejan Pekic
While more Australians are choosing electric vehicles (EVs) each year, upfront costs, infrastructure and range capacity have been the primary issues stalling greater consumer uptake.
With lowering upfront vehicle costs and a rollout of charging stations across the country – the federal government is accelerating rural charging station construction via its Driving the Nation Fund, while the NSW government has committed $199 million to help build infrastructure across the state – battery capacity remains the major sticking point for many drivers.
BMW is addressing that issue directly with its recently released iX3, which has capacity for up to 805 km on a full charge, and 400 kW charging power. That’s a huge leap above typical EV capacity. The current leader of the pack is the Tesla Model 3, with a potential range of 750 km, while SUV EV battery ranges generally sit between 500 km and 700 km.
According to Australia’s Electric Vehicle Council, as of September 2025, we had more than 410,000 EVs in the national vehicle fleet, while there were record EV sales in the 2024–25 period. Australians bought 72,758 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) in the first six months of this year, a jump from the 24.4% figure from the same period last year.
While the BMW iX3 has features you would expect from a luxury brand, including a handy Intelligent Personal Assistant, the eco credentials are impressive. In addition to increased storage, the 800-volt, lithium-ion cells feature rapid charging capabilities. The product carbon footprint over its life cycle is 34% smaller than its predecessor. And it can also calculate and program the most efficient route in terms of charger location and costs.
With demand for EVs set to soar over the next decade, there may be investment opportunities, not just with car makers but with other manufacturers in the EV space. If you’re looking to invest or to buy an EV yourself – which may affect your cash flow and have tax implications for business owners – we’re here to help with investment advice and strategic financial planning.
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