FAAR
formerly UKL2 (Frontantriebsarchitektur)FAAR (Frontantriebsarchitektur, successor to UKL2) is BMW's transversely mounted front-wheel platform for the smaller models. As with CLAR, it is a combustion floor that also carries an electric variant: the iX1 and iX2 stand alongside petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid X1s and X2s off the line. The entry version eDrive20 is notably front-wheel drive — unusual for BMW — while the xDrive30 adds a second motor at the rear.
FAAR is the EV platform of BMW Group, in production since 2022, with a 400V architecture. The FAAR platform carries 2 models from 1 brand. The WLTP range of the current variants on FAAR runs from 468 to 516 km.
Pick the car first, then the version — chemistry, battery and drive differ per version.
Platform schematic
BMW iX1
eDrive202026+ · update· verified| Battery (gross) | 66.5 kWh NMC |
|---|---|
| Battery (usable) | 65.2 kWh |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Power | 150 kW |
| Motors | 1× · 1 front / 0 rear |
| WLTP range | 516 km |
| Real range (estimate) | ±415 km |
| Max DC charging | 130 kW |
| 10 → 80% | ±30 min |
Charging speed per variant
peak DC charging power · 10 → 80%
Models on this platform
Platform evolution
- 2022iX1 opens the ballBMW's compact front-wheel platform gets its first electric version alongside the petrol and diesel versions of the X1
- 2024iX2 as coupé-SUVThe more slanted iX2 shares its floor and technology with the iX1
- 2026Model year updateSlightly smoother charging and more range for iX1 and iX2 for model year 2026
Frequently asked questions
- Which models are built on the FAAR platform?
- The FAAR platform carries BMW iX1 and BMW iX2.
- Which group owns the FAAR platform and how long has it been in production?
- The FAAR platform was developed by BMW Group, has been in production since 2022 and runs at 400V.
- Does the BMW iX1 (2026+) charge faster than the previous generation?
- The BMW iX1 (2026+) charges at a peak of 130 kW, against 128 kW for the 2023–2025 generation.
- Which variant on the FAAR platform charges fastest?
- The BMW iX1 eDrive20 charges on the FAAR platform at a peak of 130 kW and goes from 10 to 80% in ±30 minutes.
Verify the specifications of each version before purchase or customer use. Real-world range is a CarMatch estimate for mixed driving, not a manufacturer figure. Battery values are gross packs; charging times are approximations. Not a homologation document, not an offer.