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Is Range Anxiety Dead? Real-World Petrol vs Electric Range Test (BMW iX3 vs X3 2027)

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First reported by Chasing Cars · 30 October at 11:17 am

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Chasing Cars·Motoring press·30 October at 11:17 am

Is Range Anxiety Dead? Real-World Petrol vs Electric Range Test (BMW iX3 vs X3 2027)

Five years ago, the Chasing Cars team drove five EVs from varying price points until their batteries were completely flat to see if they could hold up on a classic Aussie road trip. Fast forward to…

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The quick read

  • The Chasing Cars team conducted a real-world range test comparing the BMW iX3 and X3 in 2027
  • Five years ago, the team drove five EVs on a classic Aussie road trip to test their range
  • The test aimed to determine if EVs could hold up on long road trips
  • The BMW iX3 was compared to its petrol counterpart, the X3, in the range test

For dealers: Australian dealers should take note of the growing evidence that range anxiety is no longer a major concern for EV buyers

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The ADME angle

The BMW iX3's performance in the range test is a significant indicator that EVs are becoming increasingly viable for long-distance driving, which could lead to increased demand for electric vehicles in the Australian market

What it means for the order bank

Dealers who stock the BMW iX3 and other EV models can expect to see increased interest from buyers who are looking for a vehicle that can handle long road trips, which could lead to increased sales and revenue

The comparison to the petrol-powered X3 also highlights the growing competition between EVs and traditional petrol vehicles, which could lead to increased pressure on pricing and margins for dealers

Competitor response and pricing

Dealers will need to be prepared to respond to competitor pricing and marketing strategies, particularly from other luxury brands that are also investing heavily in EV technology

The fact that the Chasing Cars team conducted this test in 2027 suggests that the Australian market is becoming increasingly mature and sophisticated, with buyers doing their research and seeking out real-world testing and reviews

Marketing and lead handling

Dealers can take advantage of this trend by investing in targeted marketing and lead handling strategies that speak to the needs and concerns of EV buyers, such as range anxiety and charging infrastructure

One decisive action a dealer could take this week is to review their current inventory and pricing strategy for EV models, and consider offering targeted promotions or incentives to attract buyers who are interested in the BMW iX3 and other electric vehicles

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