BMW introduces V‑spoke aluminium aerodynamic wheels exclusively for electric cars

BMW has introduced a new wheel design which is more aerodynamic and provides all-round efficiency.

The Aerodynamic aluminium wheel will feature on the BMW iX3 as well the iNext and i4 models.

During the test run, BMW found that the new aerodynamic wheel reduced drag for the iX3 by about 5% compared with the conventionally powered BMW X3.

The new aerodynamic aluminium wheels are 15% lighter than the wheels previously fitted by BMW.

The aerodynamics and weight benefit the overall effect of reducing power consumption for the BMW iX3 by another 2% in the European WLTP test cycle, which equates 0.4 kwh/100 km, thereby extending the range of the vehicle by 10 km.

BMW said: “the Aerodynamic Wheels blend lightweight construction and reduced air resistance with the sporting elegance of a V‑spoke aluminium wheel in a whole new way”.

The automaker adds “the dimensions of the base wheel ensure the wheel living up to all the structural challenges involved in transmitting dynamic driving forces. The new inserts with a high-class finish are responsible for achieving the necessary aerodynamic impact.”

This new division of tasks heralds a substantial weight saving over previous aerodynamic wheels from BMW.

The Aerodynamic aluminium wheels form a key element of the overall package developed for optimum efficiency of the BMW iX3.