BMW iX3 50 xDrive Charging Guide: Time, Speed, Power
Price: $109,900
Available since 2026
Key EV Specs
115kWh
Battery Size (capacity)
805 km
Range (WLTP)
135 Wh/km
Efficiency
4.9 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
11 kW AC / 400 kW DC
Charge Power (max)
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Charging Overview and Charging Specs
The BMW iX3 50 xDrive is equipped with a 115 kWh battery and supports both AC and DC charging. With the right setup, you can charge conveniently at home or use public charging stations for faster top-ups. This guide covers charging times, costs, plug types, and tips to maximise efficiency. The iX3 50 xDrive uses a Type 2 plug for AC charging and a CCS connector for DC fast charging, both standard in Australia.
| Battery size (capacity) | 115 kWh |
| Battery Size (useable) | 108.7 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | NMC |
| Charge Port Type | Type 2 |
| Charge Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 11 kW |
| Charge Speed | 73 km/h |
| Charge Time (0-100%) | 11 hrs 45 mins |
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Charging Times and Speeds
The BMW iX3 50 xDrive has a charging limit of 11 kW AC. This means that a three-phase 22kW AC charger will only supply power at 11 kW AC. If you are using a 7.2 kW AC charger, power will be limited to 7.2 kW AC. The table below provides charging times across different charger types.
Use our EV charging calculator if you want to customise your charge level and speed.
Charging Station Comparison
| Charger Type | Power Output (Average) | 0–100% Time | 10–80% Time | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home AC (7kW) | 7 kW | 17.3 hr | - | 52 km/h |
| Public AC (22kW) | 11 kW | 11.0 hr | - | 81 km/h |
| DC Fast (50kW) | 50 kW | - | 102 min | 370 km/h |
| DC Fast (150kW) | 150 kW | - | 34 min | 1111 km/h |
| Ultra-Fast DC (350kW) | 350 kW | - | 15 min | 2593 km/h |
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Charging Costs & Energy Use
The cost of charging a BMW iX3 50 xDrive will depend on where it is being charged. The costs of charging from home versus charging as a fast public charging station vary significantly.
The cost of fully charging a BMW iX3 50 xDrive on a typical home flat energy tariff of $0.35/kWh is $40.25.
The cost of fully charging the BMW iX3 50 xDrive at a fast public station, where rates as high as $0.7/kWh will be $80.50.
Use our EV charging calculator to get a personalised estimate of the charging costs for a BMW iX3 50 xDrive
CCS CompatibleWhile most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the BMW iX3 50 xDrive via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Fast Charging & Tesla Supercharger Compatibility
The BMW iX3 50 xDrive can charge from 10–80% in approximately 21 minutes on a high-power DC charger.
While most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the BMW iX3 50 xDrive via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
Charging Specifications:
Usable Battery Capacity:
115 kWh
Fast Charge Power (max):
400 kW
Fast Charge Power (avg):
230 kW
Max Fast Charging Speed:
2666 km/h
Charge Port:
Type 2
Port Location:
Right Side (Rear)
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Recommended Charge Level
The BMW iX3 50 xDrive uses an NMC battery. The typical recommended charge limit is 80% to 90% for daily use and only charge to 100% for longer trips.
The recommended charge limit for NMC batteries is due to higher degradation risk from a higher state of charge.
Check your owners manual for specific recommendations for the BMW iX3 50 xDrive.
BMW iX3 50 xDrive Bidirectional Charging (V2G/V2H/V2L)
The BMW iX3 50 xDrive currently supports bidirectional charging features such as Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) but does not support Vehicle-to-Home (V2H).
| Feature | Supported | Max Power Output |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | Yes | 11 kW |
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No | 11 |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes | 3.7 kW |