BMW's Neue Klasse X Concept Is a Big Tease

• The Vision Neue Klasse X is one of the future concept vehicles to preview the next generation of BMW's electric lineup.
• We've already spotted a camouflaged test vehicle, but the X is likely our first look at what the new iX3 will look like when it goes on sale sometime next year.
• Attention-grabbing design aside, the Neue Klasse X is also a preview of future battery tech, in-car infotainment, and ergonomics.

The 1960s were an important turning point for BMW. After introducing a Neue Klasse, or new class, of sedan, not only would the German carmaker triple its car sales that decade, but it also delivered one of our all-time favorites, the 2002. Inspired by the past, BMW is debuting future all-electric models under the new Vision Neue Klasse moniker. Last year, BMW unveiled its Vision sedan concept—likely ani3 sedan for 2026—but now there's an all-new Neue Klasse. The biggest to wear the name, the Vision Neue Klasse X goes into production in 2025 in what will likely be the U.S.'s first all-electric X3—the iX3.

BMW says the look of the concept is very close to production form. In fact, earlier this year, a camouflaged SUV resembling the Neue Klasse X was spotted testing in the snow. The concept, which was unveiled to us at a media event near Lisbon Portugal, flaunted incredible details. It has reimagined the kidney grille as a dynamic element that's illuminated and backlit, making it look like something you could reach into.

The LED headlights share the same feel. The daytime running lights look like glowing support structures under a piece of architecture. Like the red and blue parallelograms that help create BMW's M logo, there's a sense of movement in their design. And while they don't move, the headlights and illuminated kidney grille activate and dance as an animation for driver approach and departure.

Shown next to the Neue Klasse sedan, you'll notice the X's taller sides have a sharper and flat face above the wheels. Though the actual production model will differ, the Neue Klasse X concept has 22-inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S rubber with a staggered setup of 275/35 fronts and 295/35 in the rear. The wheels wear a convincing lug stud cap