The BMW X3 2025 has been launched, with the popular mid-size luxury SUV getting a new look, more equipment and more power.
The emergence of a new generation in Australia BMW X3 will start in the first quarter of 2025 (which covers January to March), with local specifications and pricing to be confirmed in July.
BMW Australia has confirmed the X3 will launch in two variants: the base X3 20 xDrive (following the sDrive20i) and the range-topping M50 xDrive (replacing the M40i xDrive), both with 48-volt mild-hybrid support.
The plug-in hybrid xDrive30e (now 30e xDrive) and xDrive20d turbo-diesel (now 20d xDrive) have been dropped from the local line-up, although both will continue to be sold overseas. outside.
There appears to be no global replacement for the six-cylinder turbo-diesel xDrive30d.
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X3 M50 xDrive
The fourth generation of the BMW X3 brings a major visual and technical overhaul, with the exterior design adopting elements from the brand’s wider lineup.
This includes an even larger kidney grille, revised headlights, flat door handles, slimmer taillights and a more angular rear door.
Although longer and wider than its predecessor, the new X3 has a lower seating position and wider tracks at the front and rear, giving it a more aggressive stance and better road holding in terms of theory.
Inside the cabin is BMW’s Curved Display, which houses a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen in a single panel.
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X3 20 xDrive
The new X3 features BMW Operating System 9 software, which now includes QuickSelect – reducing the number of submenus.
The climate control system has also moved to a touchscreen, with a reduced number of physical buttons in the cabin.
The gear lever on the center console is no longer there, but instead is a lever behind the steering wheel.
For the first time in any BMW there is a “luxury textile” dashboard made from recycled polyester.
Standard equipment
BMW Australia has confirmed that the X3 20 xDrive will be equipped with:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Adaptive suspension system
- BMW Iconic Glow kidney grille border lighting system
- Adaptive matrix LED headlights
- LED taillights
- Flat bottom steering wheel
- Electrically adjustable and heated sports seats
- Veganz seat covers
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Head-up display
- 14.9-inch infotainment touch screen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 5G mobile reception
- Satellite positioning
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane keeping assist
- Lane departure warning
- Support speed signs
- Parking Assist with Reverse Assist
- Surrounding camera
The X3 M50 xDrive will add:
- 21-inch M light-alloy wheels
- M Sport Pro Package
- M Shadowline lamp
- M seat belt.
- M sports brakes with glossy red calipers
- M exterior mirror caps
- Dual dual flush tips
More details for Australia will be confirmed next month, along with local pricing ahead of the X3’s arrival in Q1 2025.
For reference, the BMW X3 range currently starts at $81,700 before on-road costs for the sDrive20i and tops out at $126,800 before on-road costs for the M40i version.
Drive system
As mentioned, there will be no X3 turbo-diesel or plug-in hybrid coming to Australia. Instead, there is a product line that only runs on gasoline.
Both the X3 20 xDrive and M50 xDrive benefit from increased power and torque, thanks in part to a 48-volt mild hybrid system across the range.
In the case of the X3 M50 xDrive, it’s BMW’s most powerful M Performance model with a six-cylinder petrol engine to date, although this doesn’t include the full-fat M cars.
Here’s what we know about the two variants from both local and global specifications.
| X3 20 xDrive | M50 xDrive | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine size | Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 48-volt mild hybrid | Turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 48-volt mild hybrid |
| Power | 140kW (+5kW on sDrive20i) | 293kW (+8kW on M40i xDrive) |
| torque | 310Nm (+10Nm compared to sDrive20i) | 580Nm (+80Nm compared to M40i xDrive) |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission process | Eight-speed torque converter automatic | Eight-speed torque converter automatic |
| Acceleration (0-100km/h) | 8.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds (-0.2 seconds) |
| Fuel consumption (WLTP) | 6.9-7.6L/100km | 7.7-8.3L/100km |
| Petrol tank capacity | 65 liters | 65 liters |
Size
The BMW X3 has continued to evolve, retaining the same wheelbase as before but now with larger front and rear overhangs as well as wider hips, allowing for significantly improved interior space despite higher and lower.
BMW claims it has made modifications to the double-joint spring-strut front suspension and five-link rear end to increase cornering precision, while also increasing wheel deflection by 19% for increased Better straight-line stability.
Compared to the models they replace, Australia’s two new X3s are heavier than before but have greater towing capacity, at least in Europe.
| BMW X3 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4755mm (+34mm) |
| Width | 1920mm (+29mm) |
| Height | 1660mm (-25mm) |
| The standard long | 2865mm |
| Track width (front, rear) | 1636mm (+16mm), 1681mm (+45mm) |
| Trunk capacity (rear seat folded up) | 570L (+20L) |
| Trunk capacity (rear seats folded) | 1700L (+100L) |
| Curb weight (German DIN standard) | 1855kg (20 xDrive, +55kg compared to sDrive20i) 1980kg (M50 xDrive, +70kg compared to M40i xDrive) |
| Towing capacity with brakes | 2400kg (20 xDrive, +400kg on sDrive20i) 2500kg (M50 xDrive, +500kg on M40i xDrive) |
THAN: Everything BMW X3
