I don't see ix3 as a competitor to R2 : different price range, different approach to off roads capabilities, different financial options from the manufacturers. R2 is direct competition to mod Y and will grab a share from Tesla
Example offer: New 2026 R1S Dual with Large battery with a vehicle price of $83,990, a monthly lease payment of $1,029, and $8,924 DUE AT SIGNING.
Amount due at signing includes $7,000 capitalized cost reduction (incl. $500 deposit), first mo. payment, $895 acquisition fee, and $0 security...
many people lease their cars and it's where BMW always has an advantage - IX3 after initial hype will be available for ...$700/month, while Model Y P is 900+/month. and R2 probably will be 900 /m as well