On August 21, at the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show, the new BMW i3 long-wheelbase version ushered in the debut of the interior. The new car will be equipped with many new technologies such as driving control superbrain, panoramic iDrive, sixth-generation electric drive system, and is based on the new generation NK platform. It is reported that the new BMW i3 long wheelbase version is scheduled to be officially put into production in China in January 2027. In terms of the appearance of the new car features, the new BMW i3 Long Wheelbase Edition brings a number of exclusive designs and configuration upgrades, and the innovative fusion of the iconic double kidney grille and the revitalized classic "four-eyes" headlights forms a "digital angel light wing" with strong overall vision. Perception systems such as radar and cameras are hidden behind the integrated light set to support intelligent driving assistance without damaging the overall aesthetic. On the side of the body, the vehicle continues BMW's classic short front suspension and long wheelbase layout, with a smooth sliding back roof and a wide body fender, outlining the dive posture to be prepared. The new waistline presents a lifting style, the connection transition between the roof line and the rear of the car is just right, combined with the waistline, and the front and rear side fender panels present a wide-bodied visual effect. The BMW i3 is equipped with a 31L front compartment and a 420L trunk, and the paint will be available in Isle of Man green. In addition, the vehicle will feature a new semi-hidden door handle exclusive to China, and the C-pillar provides a glowing M logo. The rear of the vehicle continues the simple design style, adopting the horizontal layout of the "L" -shaped lamp strip, which extends to both sides with the middle logo as the center and fuses with the body lines, showing a sharp light effect after lighting, which perfectly echoes the "7" -shaped daylight on the front face. This design not only enhances the wide-body visual effect of the vehicle, but also inherits the highly recognizable gene of the L-shaped taillight. In terms of interior, the cockpit of the new car still adopts the "driver-centric" concept, adopts white + gray contrast color matching, is equipped with a panoramic iDrive + smart cockpit, the central control is equipped with a 17.9-inch bezel-free central control screen, and provides a 43.3-inch horizon panoramic display system, a 3D head-up display system, and an exclusive multi-function steering wheel. In terms of configuration, the new car provides three-zone automatic air conditioning, electrically adjustable multi-purpose seats, and Harman Kardon sound system. In terms of power, the vehicle will use an 800V high-voltage platform architecture, equipped with a sixth-generation eDrive system, with a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 4.7 seconds. The battery capacity is 108kWh, the range of the first version is 906 kilometers, and the endurance of the ordinary model will be further improved, with a maximum endurance of 912 kilometers. (Written by/Yao Yu, Car House).