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      06-25-2019, 09:57 AM   #6
JRobUSC
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Originally Posted by mkoesel View Post
The drive system comprises three fifth-generation drive units, each of which brings together an electric motor and the associated power electronics and power take-off within a single housing. One is mounted at the front axle and two (a double drive unit) at the rear axle. Another notable aspect of this generation alongside its eye-catching power is that it is entirely free of rare earths. An electric motor of this type will make its series production debut in the BMW iX3. The iX3 will only have one motor, though, rather than three.
I've been asking this for awhile but does that mean the iX3 is two wheel drive only? Because it's DOA if that's the case.
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