BMW’s most efficient SUV has a brand new face, new hybrid powertrains and a barely increased worth.
June 18, 2024 in 6:01 PM ET
BMW has been busy updating the two Sequence, M3 and different fashions this yr. It now presents the 2025 X3 in two variations, that includes new hybrid powertrains, the model’s newest infotainment setup, and new exterior styling. The brand new X3 will go on sale within the US later this yr.
Will probably be accessible because the entry-level X3 30 xDrive or the top-spec X3 M50 xDrive. Neither automotive contains an “i” in its title, with BMW now reserving the letter for its all-electric fashions.
The X3 30 xDrive makes use of a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, producing 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. That is greater than the earlier mannequin geared up with a non-hybrid engine. Nevertheless, it reaches 60 mph in the identical 6.0 seconds and has a prime velocity of 130 mph.
The X3 M50 xDrive has a 3.0-liter turbocharged electrical inline-six. It produces 393 horsepower and 428 pound-feet of torque, propelling the crossover to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, equal to the outgoing X3 M40i. It is electronically restricted to 155 mph with the non-obligatory efficiency tires, or 130 with the bottom all-season. All-wheel drive is normal on each fashions, and BMW’s eight-speed Steptronic automated is the one gearbox accessible.
The up to date engines cover beneath an all-new exterior design that’s bigger than its predecessor whereas that includes the identical 112.8-inch wheelbase. The brand new
The X3’s new design contains bigger kidney grilles with vertical and diagonal bars on the X3 30. L-shaped indicators within the new headlights function the car’s daytime working lights, aspect markers and switch alerts, whereas full LED headlights can be found. On the again, BMW inserts exhaust pipes into the entry-level mannequin’s rear apron. 19-inch alloy wheels are normal on the X3 30, with 20- and 21-inch choices accessible.
| pruning | engine | Horse energy | Torque | Value (with vacation spot) |
| X3 30 xDrive | Turbo 2.0L I4, 48V hybrid | 255 | 295 | $50,675 |
| X3 M50 XDrive | Turbo 3.0L I6, 48V hybrid | 393 | 428 | $65,275 |
The X3 M50 has 20-inch alloy wheels, an M-specific kidney grille with horizontal bars, M Sport brakes, and quad tailpipes. The model’s signature illuminated grille can be normal on the mannequin, whereas efficiency options embody Adaptive M Sport suspension, Variable Sport Steering and an M Sport rear differential.
Inside, the X3 will get BMW’s curved show and BMW’s iDrive 9 infotainment system, which the automaker debuted within the 2024 BMW Want to look in submenus. Cargo house is 31.5 cubic toes, which will increase to 67.1 with the rear seats folded. The X3 may tow as much as 4,850 kilos with the non-obligatory trailer hitch.
Newly designed adjustable and heated sports activities seats and a flat-bottomed steering wheel are additionally normal on the brand new crossover. The seats can be found in three colors, whereas the M Veganza/Alcantara bundle is non-obligatory. BMW can be making a woven cloth dashboard accessible within the X3 for the primary time in 2025.
BMW will provide 10 exterior colours for the M50 xDrive, one stable colour and 9 metallic colours, and 11 metallic colours for the X3 30 xDrive, together with a brand new colour referred to as Dune Grey metallic. Prospects can even have entry to greater than 15 paint finishes from the BMW Particular person programme.
The entry-level 2025 X3 30 xDrive begins at $50,675, together with a $1,175 vacation spot cost. BMW pricing for the X3 M50 xDrive Sport utility car begins at $65,275. That is $780 and $2,380 greater than their outgoing 2024 mannequin yr counterparts, respectively.
BMW will construct the 2025 X3 at its plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina. It should go on sale in America within the final quarter of 2024.
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