

Matt Campbell
2025 BMW X3 M50 xDrive review
Pros
- Terrific engine
- Delightfully potent
- Decent value for money
Cons
- Some interior fit and finish qualms
- Bouncy ride in urban driving
- Complex and layered media menus
6 Months Ago
The new BMW X3 is a Suv Medium Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $84,500 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $129,600 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the X3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2024.
Engine options include 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (293kW/580Nm), 3.0L turbo (293kW/580Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (153kW/330Nm), 2.0L turbo (153kW/330Nm), electric motor (220kW/450Nm) and 3.0L turbo (223kW/670Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2025 X3 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Electric, Unleaded, or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Retail Price
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Electric, Unleaded, or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4
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The BMW X3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,755 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,920 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,132 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm |
| Load Capacity | 570 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our BMW X3 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.





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BMW X3
The cheapest BMW X3 is the Base that starts from $84,500.
See all BMW X3 PricingThe most expensive BMW X3 is the Base that starts from $129,600.
See all BMW X3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW X3 is offered by the Base which can tow 2720 kg
See all BMW X3 towing capacityThe largest BMW X3 is the Base which measures 1920mm wide, 4755mm in length and sits 1660mm tall.
The most powerful BMW X3 is the Base which has 293kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
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The heaviest BMW X3 is the Base which weighs 2710 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW X3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Electric, Unleaded or Diesel.
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