BMW iX4 electric coupe SUV spotted testing at Nürburgring ahead of 2027 US launch
By Eve
BMW is developing the iX4, an all electric coupe SUV built on its Neue Klasse platform, following the iX3 and i3 sedan unveiled in 2026. The vehicle, intended to replace the combustion engine X4, was photographed during testing at the Nürburgring circuit in Germany by spotter @Wilcoblok. BMW will launch the iX4 as a 2027 model year vehicle in the US market with two all wheel drive variants, the 40 xDrive and 50 xDrive.
Why it matters
The expansion of BMW's Neue Klasse electric platform into the coupe SUV segment signals growing OEM investment in diverse EV body styles, which may drive demand for charging infrastructure at dealerships and destination sites targeting premium vehicle owners. The confirmed US market focus indicates potential procurement opportunities as BMW prepares its North American retail and service network for the 2027 launch.
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- https://rouleur-electrique.fr/bmw-ix4-2027-le-suv-coupe-electrique-surprise-apercu-au-nurburgring/
- Original title
- [FR] “BMW iX4 2027 : le SUV coupé électrique surprise aperçu au Nürburgring”
- Published
- 14 July 2026
- Updated
- 18 July 2026
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- Electric Vehicles
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- Germany
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- BMW
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