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The 2026 BMW iX makes its US premiere at The Amelia, held at the Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton Resort from March 6-9, 2025. BMW also marks 50 years of the 3 Series with a generational display, celebrating its legacy. The event includes a Cars & Community gathering on Saturday, showcasing over 350 vehicles and honoring BMW’s past and electrified future.
Key highlights include:
- 2026 BMW iX: US debut with enhanced power and range.
- 50 Years of 3 Series: Display of iconic models across generations.
- Cars & Community: Features 50 curated BMW 3 Series.
The 2026 BMW iX introduces significant upgrades, improving power, efficiency, and range. Its simplified exterior boasts clean surfaces, new lights, grille designs, and wheels up to 23 inches. The iX xDrive45 delivers up to 312 miles of range, starting at $75,150, while the iX xDrive60 offers a 10% range increase, up to 340 miles. The iX M70 xDrive provides 650 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 3.6 seconds. It goes on sale in Q1 2025.
Since its 1975 debut, the BMW 3 Series has defined the sports sedan category. At The Amelia, a display traces its evolution over seven generations, featuring models like the 1983 320i, the 1991 M3 DTM race car, and the 2019 330i xDrive Sports Wagon. This showcase highlights its role as The Ultimate Driving Machine.
The Cars & Community event features over 350 vehicles, including 50 BMW 3 Series from all eras, curated by the BMW Car Club of America. BMW of North America adds classics from its collection, such as the 1987 E30 325is and the 2013 E92 M3 Lime Rock Park Edition.
BMW of North America, founded 50 years ago, supports a strong US presence with nearly 30 locations across 12 states. The BMW Group Plant Spartanburg, the largest BMW production facility worldwide, assembles over 1,500 vehicles daily, reinforcing BMW’s economic impact.
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