Full equipment details for BMW X3

FULL details of the newly introduced BMW X3 range are now available, the fourth-generation rival to the Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class available from $84,100 plus on-road costs.

In fact, immediate rivals include the Audi Q5 (from $73,400), Genesis GV70 (from $78,500), Lexus NX (from $63,400), Mercedes-Benz GLC (from $97,500), Porsche Macan (from $94,000), and Volvo XC60 (from $73,990).

Larger and better equipped than before, the X3 offers a choice of drivelines well suited to the changing demands of modern buyers, including two petrol units with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance and a single plug-in hybrid. All have standard all-wheel drive.

The BMW X3 is also available as a purely electric offering, with further details on the iX3 available here.

In terms of size, the X3 is 34mm longer (to 4755mm), 29mm wider (to 1920mm), and 25mm lower (to 1660mm) than before. Track width at the front has increased by 16mm (to 1636mm) and by 45mm on the rear (to 1681mm).

The gains see cargo space on petrol models now range from 570-1700 litres, while the PHEV ranges vary from 460-1600 litres due to the fitment of the high-voltage battery.

The 2025 line-up begins with the X3 20 xDrive (from $86,100) which is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder unit producing 140kW of power and 310Nm of torque. Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, it can accelerate from rest to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

Combined cycle fuel consumption is listed at 7.5 litres per 100km and CO2 emissions 171 grams per kilometre.

In the middle of the pack, the X3 30e xDrive (from $104,100) combines a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor and high-voltage battery to deliver 220kW of power and 450Nm of torque.

The model features a 19.7kWh battery which can enable an all-electric driving range of up to 91km – more than 50 per cent greater than the previous model. Charing is via an 11kW AC port with a full recharge obtained in two hours and 15 minutes.

Combined cycle fuel use is listed at 1.6 litres per 100km, CO2 emissions at 38 grams per kilometre, and the 0-100km/h time at 6.2 seconds.

Finally, and for the time being, the X3 M50 xDrive (from $128,900) tops the range with the most powerful six-cylinder in-line petrol engine ever fitted to an M Performance model, according to BMW Australia.

The 3.0-litre turbocharged ‘six’ produces 293kW of power and 580Nm of torque, accelerating the model from standstill to 100km/h in just 4.6 seconds – in improvement of 0.2 seconds on the X3 M40i.

Fuel consumption is listed at 8.2 litres per 100km and CO2 emissions 187 grams per kilometre.

The new design language of the BMW X3 sees Australian models feature a large split kidney grille with BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting as standard equipment. BMW’s signature twin headlights with new L-shaped light elements flank the grille, the units incorporating adaptive LED technology with matrix high beam and blue design detailing.

BMW says the “distinctive silhouette” of the new BMW X3 includes short overhangs, a roofline extending deep into the rear end and flush door handles. It complements this with “prominent” front and rear wheel arches.

The LED tail-lights contain a T-shaped graphic and three-dimensional sculpted glass lenses. These combine with a new apron to provide a strong and distinctive appearance at the rear.

Multiple exterior paints enable customers to personalise their new BMW X3, with the range featuring newly introduced Dune Grey. BMW Individual paints, including Frozen options, are also available.

Nineteen-inch alloy wheels are standard on the X3 20 xDrive, while the BMW X3 30e xDrive is fitted with 20-inch M light alloy wheels. The X3 M50 xDrive comes with 21-inch M light alloy wheels.

The X3 M50 xDrive is delivered as standard with M Sport Package Pro, which includes M lights Shadowline, M seat belts and M Sport brakes finished in high-gloss red. The other X3 variants can also be optioned with M Sport Package Pro.

The lighter, stiffer, and wider body is suspended by a double-joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear with adaptive damping across the board. Steering is electrically assisted and braking is all disc.

Inside, the cabin is dominated by the high-definition BMW Curved Display, BMW Interaction Bar, a flat-bottomed steering wheel, and new-look gear selector. It also has model-specific light elements in a contrasting colour in the centre console and door trims.

The seating is electrically adjustable and heated up front, with upholstery in artificial Veganza ‘leather’ (genuine leather available optionally).

The BMW X3 features the latest version of BMW iDrive, underpinned by Operating System 9. It incorporates QuickSelect, which enables functions to be activated directly without requirement to enter a sub-menu. We found it a little tricky, but would no doubt adjust to it with time.

Advanced driver assistance systems come as standard on Australian-delivered BMW X3 variants. Headline elements include front collision warning, Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Lane Departure Warning, Driving Assistant Professional and Parking Assistant Plus with surround view camera.

It also has Live Cockpit Professional, which features BMW Head-Up Display and the Augmented View function in the control display.

Across the grade walk, we find the X3 20 xDrive as standard with 19-inch alloy wheels, tri-zone climate control, six-speaker sound, acoustic glazing, a powered tailgate, Comfort Access, DAB+ digital radio reception, anti-dazzle mirrors, M headlining, M Sport steering wheel, Parking Assitant Plus, tyre pressure monitoring, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and a wireless device charging pad.

The X3 30e xDrive adds 20-inch alloys, M Sport brakes, Mode 2 and 3 charging cables, Drive Recorder, rear window privacy glass, a fixed panoramic glass roof, outboard rear seat heating, steering wheel heating, front seat ventilation, a luggage compartment net, and roller sunblinds for the rear side windows.

For the flagship X3 M50 xDrive, we note standard metallic paint, 21-inch alloy wheels, a 15-speaker/750-watt harman/kardon audio system, quad exhaust outlets, M specific kidney, mirror caps and aerodynamic elements, privacy glass, and M Sport Pro package.

Optionally, the range includes an Enhancement Pack ($6000 on 20 xDrive and $4000 on 30e xDrive) including metallic paint, alarm system, panoramic glass roof (20 xDrive only), and harman/kardon sound; M Sport Pro Pack ($3000 on 20 xDrive and $2000 on 30e xDrive) including M High Gloss Shadow Line extended contents and lights, M Sport brakes, and M seatbelts; and Comfort Package ($2000 on 20 xDrive only) including second-row seat heating, rear window roller blinds, front seat ventilation, a heated steering wheel, privacy glass, and luggage compartment net.

All grades are available with a 2200kg towing pack for $2200.

Metallic paint finishes attract a $2000 surcharge. Colours include Arctic Race Blue, Black Sapphire, Dune Grey, Fire Red, M Brooklyn Grey, and Sophisto Grey. Alpine White is the only no-cost paint option.

BMW Individual colours attract a $4000 premium (Tanzanite Blue), while Frozen hues (Pure Grey) add $6000 to the bill.

Individual Merino leather upholstery, in Black over Atlas Grey or Amber over Atlas Grey, is a $4000 option on all variants, while a knitted textile dashboard upper is a $1200 option.

Australian-delivered BMW X3 M50 variants are manufactured in the United States, while the X3 20 xDrive and 30e xDrive are produced in South Africa.

Visit GoAuto again soon for our local drive review of the 2025 BMW X3.

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*Pricing excludes on-road costs.