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BMW Unveils iX4 SUV as 428‑mile Powerhouse to Counter China’s EV Surge
WHY IT MATTERS
BMW’s iX4 signals the automaker’s strategy to maintain market share amid China’s rapid EV expansion, offering a long‑range, high‑performance option that could influence global EV competition.
What happened
BMW has announced the iX4, a coupe‑shaped electric SUV that builds on its Neue Klasse platform. The iX4 50 xDrive will launch in March 2027, followed by a higher‑performance M60 xDrive later that year.
The vehicle offers a 428‑mile range and is positioned as a “defensive weapon” against China’s growing dominance in the electric‑vehicle market.
The iX4 is the third model on the Neue Klasse line, after the iX3 and i3, and showcases BMW’s continued focus on advanced technology, driving quality, and competitive pricing in the EV sector.
PRIMARY SOURCES
BMW’s iX4 SUV is a 428-mile defensive weapon against China’s EV takeover
The Verge · Andrew J. Hawkins · Discovery only; Vox Media copyright terms apply
CORRECTIONS & UPDATES
- Revision 1 · Initial ingestion · Oct 7, 2026, 10:30 PM
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