The BMW i3 is nearly $80 less a month to lease than the new iX3, but it’s the same price — SkimNews
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- 2027 BMW i3 leases for $784/month versus iX3 at $862/month on the same 36-month term with $4,999 due at signing, even though both start at $61,500
- iX3 carries a 4.99% APR for 60 months plus a $500 loyalty discount; the i3 has no advertised lease cash or APR rates yet because it opened for orders only about two weeks ago
- BMW's payment estimator monthly figures include dealer contributions and other credits, which explains the gap between identical MSRPs
- Both i3 and iX3 share the Neue Klasse platform, 800V electrical architecture, Gen6 eDrive, a 108.7 kWh battery, and 400 kW DC fast charging (10–80% in roughly 21 minutes)
- i3 sedan delivers up to 468 miles of EPA range, beating the iX3 SUV's 434 miles by 34 miles
- BMW's current promotional offers expire November 2, and the article notes BMW will likely introduce new i3 incentives soon, mirroring the iX3's rollout
Why it matters: A buyer choosing between BMW's two Neue Klasse EVs faces a $78/month lease gap driven entirely by financing incentives rather than the cars themselves — the iX3 has simply been on sale longer. BMW signaled it will roll out comparable i3 lease offers soon, meaning today's $78 i3 advantage could shrink or reverse once matching credit programs land.
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