BMW has accidentally given us an early look at the . or signup to continue reading Patent filings submitted by the German manufacturer have leaked online, and Dutch media outlet was first to report these images of the all-new mid-sized luxury electric SUV. Expected to launch in 2025, the replacement for the current iX3 will be the first SUV built on BMW's new Neue Klasse electric vehicle (EV) platform.
Based on low-resolution greyscale images from the patent filing, the new SUV appears to remain faithful to the Vision Neue Klasse X concept that was . That means it carries the same minimalistic exterior styling including two of the German brand's iconic design features: the double kidney grille and the Hofmeister kink. The front-end features a tall, slim double kidney grille, complimented by lighting strips spanning the width of the vehicle.
An expansive panoramic glass roof takes the place of a regular ceiling panel. One change that's evident from the concept is the fitment of traditional side mirrors, replacing the fin-shaped units from the concept. Moving around to the rear, the iX3 successor is characterised by broad shoulders, sharp edges, and dual tail-light strips.
The patent images don't offer any insights into the interior of the new SUV, although the inside of the previously unveiled concept may hold some clues. In true concept car style, the cabin of the Neue Klasse X ditched switches and knobs for a clutter-free, colourful dashboard finished in red and white. A sin.