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BMW X3 · Photo source

BMW · X3

X3

Released October 2024

BMW's fourth-generation mid-size SUV (G45), sold in the UK as the 20 xDrive petrol and 20d xDrive diesel mild hybrids, the 30e xDrive plug-in hybrid and the six-cylinder M50 xDrive, suited to families who want a premium all-wheel-drive SUV.

Body
SUV
Powertrain
Mild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
Power
194–393 bhp
Range
54 mi
Boot
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What reviewers say

Reviewers agree the fourth-generation X3 is among the best-handling premium SUVs, practical and refined, with strong engines. The common criticisms are interior quality that falls short of the old X3's and the price, a less user-friendly cabin, and a plug-in hybrid range shorter than some rivals'; Autocar found the ride firm and tetchy, whereas Auto Express and Parkers praised its comfort.

From autocar.co.uk, whatcar.com, autoexpress.co.uk, carwow.co.uk and parkers.co.uk

Specifications

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Performance

Powertrain
Mild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
Power
194–393 bhp
0–62 mph
4.6–7.8 s
Top speed
134–155 mph
Engine or motors
20 xDrive: 1,998 cc four-cylinder turbo petrol with 48 V mild hybrid, 153 kW (208 hp); 20d xDrive: 1,995 cc four-cylinder diesel with 48 V mild hybrid, 145 kW (197 hp); 30e xDrive: 1,998 cc four-cylinder plus electric motor, 220 kW (299 hp) system output; M50 xDrive: 2,998 cc six-cylinder with 48 V mild hybrid, 293 kW (398 hp); bhp converted from BMW's kW figures
Torque
330 Nm (20 xDrive), 400 Nm (20d xDrive), 450 Nm (30e xDrive), 580 Nm (M50 xDrive)
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
xDrive all-wheel drive

Range and charging

Zero-emission range (WLTP)
54 miles
Battery
19.7 kWh
Economy (WLTP)
36.7–100.9 mpg
Range detail
30e xDrive WLTP electric range 52–54 miles
Charging
30e xDrive: 19.7 kWh usable battery; 11 kW AC, 0–100% in 2 hours 15 minutes
Efficiency
WLTP combined: 39.2–40.9 mpg (20 xDrive), 46.3–47.9 mpg (20d xDrive), 94.2–100.9 mpg and 3.8–3.9 miles/kWh (30e xDrive), 35.3–36.7 mpg (M50 xDrive)
CO2 emissions
156–164 g/km (20 xDrive), 154–160 g/km (20d xDrive), 64–69 g/km (30e xDrive), 175–180 g/km (M50 xDrive), WLTP combined

Practicality

Body
SUV
Seats
5
Length
4,755 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Boot
570–1,700 litres; 460–1,600 litres (30e xDrive)
Towing
Up to 2,400 kg braked (20 xDrive), 2,500 kg (20d, M50), 2,000 kg (30e)
Size
4,755 mm long, 1,920 mm wide (2,132 mm with mirrors), 1,660 mm high; 2,865 mm wheelbase; EC unladen weight including a 75 kg driver is 1,930 kg (20 xDrive), 1,965 kg (20d xDrive), 2,140 kg (30e xDrive), 2,055 kg (M50 xDrive)

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Up to 570 litres of boot space, or 1,700 litres with the rear seats folded
  • Rated to tow up to 2,500 kg braked (20d, M50)
  • 30e xDrive has up to 54 miles of WLTP electric range

Cons

  • 30e xDrive boot shrinks to 460 litres
  • No fully electric version (the iX3 is a separate model)
  • 20 xDrive returns 39.2–40.9 mpg

Closest rivals

Model
BodyPowertrainPowerRangeBootReleased
AudiQ5
SUVMild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid201–362 bhp66 mi520 lSept 2024
AudiQ5 Sportback
SUVMild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid201–362 bhp65 mi515 lDec 2024
PeugeotPeugeot 5008
SUVHybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric143–320 bhp48–413 mi348 l2024

Sources

  1. bmw.co.uk/en/all-models/x-models/x3/bmw-x3-technical-data.html
  2. bmw.co.uk/en/all-models/x-models/x3/bmw-x3-phev-technical-data.html
  3. bmw.co.uk/en/all-models/m-models/x3-m50/bmw-x3-m50-technical-data.html
  4. bmw.co.uk/en/all-models/x-models/x3/bmw-x3.html
  5. press.bmwgroup.com/united-kingdom/article/detail/T0443189EN_GB/the-new-bmw-x3
  6. press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/attachment/T0442377EN/618958
  7. press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0445594EN/the-bmw-group-with-two-mini…

Photo: prod.cosy.bmw.cloud

  • BMW X3, right side view in BMW Individual Frozen Deep Grey (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, right side view in Arctic Race Blue (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, right side view in Black Sapphire (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, right side view in Alpine White (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, right side view in Fire Red (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, interior with M Alcantara and Veganza in Black (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, interior with Econeer Vivid Grey (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, interior with Veganza perforated and quilted Calm Beige (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, interior with Perforated and Quilted Veganza in Espresso Brown (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, interior with BMW Individual Merino leather in Black and Atlas Grey (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, left side view, plug-in hybrid configuration (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, left side view, petrol configuration (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, left side view, M50 configuration (UK configuration; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, applications on dashboard display (optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, dashboard from the side (optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, wireless charging tray (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, wireless charging tray from above (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, console controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, centre console (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, M steering wheel badge (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, seat upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, engine compartment (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, instrument cluster (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, instrument cluster from the side (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, rear climate controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3, wheel and brake caliper (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • BMW X3 20 xDrive, wheel detail (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), cockpit with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), cockpit with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), dashboard with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), steering wheel (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), gearshift paddle (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), centre console with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), charging tray with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), rear seats with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), cockpit with grey upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), front seats and cockpit with grey upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), dashboard from passenger side (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), dashboard with grey upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), console controls with grey upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Static. (06/2024), rear seats (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Static. (06/2024), rear seats with armrest lowered (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Static. (06/2024), door controls and mirror (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), cockpit with black upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), cockpit from passenger side (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), dashboard from passenger side (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), charging tray (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), console controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20xDrive - Interior. (06/2024), rear seats with black upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 20 xDrive - Static. (06/2024), rear lamp (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), front seats and dashboard with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), dashboard with brown upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), charging tray and console controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear climate controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 M50 xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), engine compartment (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), cockpit with grey upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), front seats and dashboard with grey upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), charging tray and console controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), panoramic roof (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear seats (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear seats with cupholders (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear seats with centre armrest lowered (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear seats partly folded (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear centre seat folded (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), rear climate controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
  • The new BMW X3 30e xDrive - Studio. (06/2024), engine compartment (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW

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