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BMW iX3 Home Charging: Time, Cost and the Right Charger
The BMW iX3's onboard AC charger takes 11 kW as standard, 22 kW on some trims. At home, charging from 20% to 80% with an 11 kW charger takes: iX3 40 (82.6 kWh) 5 h, iX3 50 xDrive (108.7 kWh) 6 h 35 min. Charging at home costs about £4.09-4.39 per 100 km at UK household prices.
- Onboard AC charger
- 11 kW (opt. 22 kW)
- DC peak power
- 300-400 kW
- Usable battery
- 82.6-108.7 kWh
- V2L (vehicle-to-load)
- Yes
BMW iX3 versions
| Version | Usable battery | Onboard AC | DC peak power | Average consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iX3 40 | 82.6 kWh | 11 kW | 300 kW | 14 kWh / 100 km |
| iX3 50 xDrive | 108.7 kWh | 11 kW | 400 kW | 15 kWh / 100 km |
Versions and values refer to the models sold in Türkiye; equipment and charging power can differ in your country.
Home charging time (20% to 80%)
Charging speed is set by the car's onboard AC charger, not by the wallbox. The BMW iX3 takes at most 11 kW with the standard unit; a more powerful charger cannot exceed this limit.
| Charger | iX3 4082.6 kWh | iX3 50 xDrive108.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 3.7 kWSingle-phase 16 A | 14 h 53 min | 19 h 35 min |
| 7.4 kWSingle-phase 32 A | 7 h 26 min | 9 h 48 min |
| 11 kWThree-phase 16 A | 5 h | 6 h 35 min |
| 22 kWThree-phase 32 A | 5 hCar takes 11 kWOptional 22 kW unit: 2 h 30 min | 6 h 35 minCar takes 11 kWOptional 22 kW unit: 3 h 18 min |
Charging cost
| Where | Unit price | 100 km |
|---|---|---|
| At home (Ofgem price cap) | £0.26/kWh | £4.09-4.39 |
| Public AC charging (average) | £0.54/kWh | £8.40-9.00 |
| Public DC rapid charging (average) | £0.77/kWh | £11.72-12.55 |
One home charge from 20% to 80%
- iX3 40£14.49
- iX3 50 xDrive£19.07
Household price £0.26/kWh (Ofgem, 10.2026), 90% charging efficiency.
Bemis chargers for the BMW iX3
Charger 25m. Wired · 3,7 - 22 kW / 32AWallbox for home: app, RFID card and scheduled charging; on a three-phase supply it delivers the 11 kW the car takes.View product 
Pro Mobile 2Three Phase · 3,7 - 11 kW · 5 mOn the road and at holiday homes: 11 kW from a red industrial socket, the highest AC power the car can take.View product Does the BMW iX3 support V2L?
Yes. The BMW iX3 supports V2L (vehicle-to-load) (up to 3.7 kW according to EV Database). Bemis V2L adapters are made for Hyundai · Kia · Ssangyong, MG, BYD · Skywell, Ford Explorer and Volvo EX30 vehicles; check with the car manufacturer which adapter fits the BMW.
Which cars have V2L?Frequently asked questions
- How long does the BMW iX3 take to charge at home?
- From 20% to 80%: with an 11 kW charger iX3 40 (82.6 kWh) 5 h, iX3 50 xDrive (108.7 kWh) 6 h 35 min; with a single-phase 7.4 kW charger iX3 40 (82.6 kWh) 7 h 26 min, iX3 50 xDrive (108.7 kWh) 9 h 48 min; with a 3.7 kW (16 A single-phase) portable charger iX3 40 (82.6 kWh) 14 h 53 min, iX3 50 xDrive (108.7 kWh) 19 h 35 min. Times depend on the car's onboard AC charger and the battery's state of charge.
- Which charger is right for the BMW iX3?
- Because the car's onboard AC charger takes 11 kW as standard, a three-phase 11 kW wallbox at home gives the fastest charging the car can accept. On a single-phase supply, a 7.4 kW wallbox is usually enough for everyday use.
- Does a 22 kW charger charge the BMW iX3 faster?
- Not with the standard 11 kW unit: the car takes at most 11 kW. If your car has the optional 22 kW onboard charger and your supply is three-phase 32 A, yes, and the time roughly halves. Check your registration document or equipment list to see which unit you have.
- How much does it cost to charge the BMW iX3 at home?
- At the Ofgem price cap (£0.26/kWh, 10.2026) 100 km costs about £4.09-4.39. At public AC chargers you pay about £8.40-9.00 on average, at DC rapid chargers about £11.72-12.55. Tariffs with cheaper night rates lower the cost further.
- Does the BMW iX3 support V2L?
- Yes. The BMW iX3 supports V2L (vehicle-to-load) (up to 3.7 kW according to EV Database). Bemis V2L adapters are made for Hyundai · Kia · Ssangyong, MG, BYD · Skywell, Ford Explorer and Volvo EX30 vehicles; check with the car manufacturer which adapter fits the BMW.
Sources: vehicle data: EV Database (ev-database.org); household price Ofgem (10.2026), public charging average Zapmap (08.2026). Time and cost are calculated with the same method as our calculator (90% charging efficiency); real values vary with temperature, battery state of charge and the electrical installation.
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