BMW has been busy updating the two Sequence, M3, and different fashions this 12 months. It is now introducing the 2025 X3 in two trims, that includes new hybrid powertrains, the model’s newest infotainment setup, and a recent exterior design. The brand new X3 goes on sale in the USA later this 12 months.
It’s going to be out there within the entry-level X3 30 xDrive or top-spec X3 M50 xDrive trims. Neither automobile contains the “i” designation in its identify, as BMW now reserves the letter for its all-electric fashions.
The X3 30 xDrive makes use of the automaker’s turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, making 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. That is greater than the outgoing mannequin with the non-hybrid engine. Nevertheless, it hits 60 miles per hour in the identical 6.0 seconds and reaches a 130-mph high velocity.
The X3 M50 xDrive packs the electrified 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine. It produces 393 hp and 428 lb-ft 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 optionally available efficiency tires, or 130 with the bottom all-seasons. All-wheel drive is customary on each trims, and BMW’s eight-speed Steptronic computerized transmission is the one out there gearbox.
The up to date powertrains cover beneath an all-new exterior design that is larger than its predecessor whereas that includes the identical 112.8-inch wheelbase. The brand new X3 is 1.3 inches longer and 1.1 inches wider whereas being 1.0 inch decrease in peak, measuring 187.2 inches lengthy, 75.6 inches vast, and 65.4 inches tall.
The X3’s new design contains bigger kidney grilles with vertical and diagonal bars on the X3 30 trim. L-shaped indicators within the new headlights function the automobile’s daytime working lights, aspect markers, and switch alerts, whereas full LED headlights can be found. On the again, BMW tucks the tailpipes into the rear apron on the entry-level mannequin. Nineteen-inch alloy rims are customary on the X3 30, with 20- and 21-inch choices out there.
| Trim | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Worth (w/ dest.) |
| X3 30 xDrive | Turbo 2.0L I4, 48-V Hybrid | 255 | 295 | $50,675 |
| X3 M50 xDrive | Turbo 3.0L I6, 48-V Hybrid | 393 | 428 | $65,275 |
The X3 M50 has 20-inch alloy wheels, M-specific kidney grilles with horizontal bars, M Sport brakes, and quad tailpipes. The model’s illuminated grille can also be customary on the trim, whereas efficiency goodies embrace the Adaptive M Sport suspension, variable sport steering, and the M Sport rear differential.
Inside, the X3 will get the BMW curved Show and BMW’s iDrive 9 infotainment system, which the automaker first launched on the 2024 BMW X1. There are a bunch of recent options, like QuickSelect, which permits handy entry to a driver’s most-used capabilities with out having to dig by means of sub-menus. Cargo house measures 31.5 cubic ft, which grows to 67.1 with the rear seats folded down. The X3 can even tow as much as 4,850 kilos with the optionally available trailer hitch.
Newly designed adjustable heated sports activities seats and a flat-bottom steering wheel are additionally customary within the new crossover. The seats can be found in three colours, whereas a M Veganza/Alcantara mixture is optionally available. BMW can also be making its woven cloth instrument panel out there on the X3 for the primary time in 2025.
BMW will provide 10 exterior colours for the M50 xDrive, one strong shade and 9 metallic, and 11 metallic shades for the X3 30 xDrive, together with a brand new shade referred to as Dune Gray metallic. Clients may also have over 15 BMW Particular person paint finishes out there.
The entry-level 2025 X3 30 xDrive begins at $50,675, together with a $1,175 vacation spot cost. BMW costs the sportier X3 M50 xDrive beginning at $65,275. That is $780 and $2,380 greater than their outgoing 2024 mannequin 12 months counterparts, respectively.
BMW will construct the 2025 X3 at its Spartanburg, South Carolina, manufacturing unit. It’s going to go on sale in America within the fourth quarter of 2024.