BMW X3 M 2025: Price, consumption, picture, technical data.

With an agility and quickness more akin to a sleek sports car than a chunky crossover, the BMW X3 M has the power to shatter expectations. Its façade looks tougher than the more familiar BMW X3 on which it is based, and once the driver flattens the M’s accelerator or turns into a fast corner, the performance gap between the two is confirmed.

SUV BMW X3 M

With a toasty twin-turbo inline-six engine producing up to 503bhp and an all-wheel drive system to put that power to the ground (and let the ute’s booty slide around in rear-drive drift mode), the X3 M is either hugely entertaining or downright terrifying, depending on the driver’s skill and respect for physics.

An adult-friendly back seat and plenty of cargo space also make it more practical than most other BMW M vehicles. The BMW X3 M’s only major flaws are its overly firm ride and excessive, overly complicated range of possible drive mode settings, but these penalties pale in comparison to its incredible performance.

What’s new ?

For , BMW gives the high-performance X3 M increased power thanks to new engine tuning and internal components from the M3 sedan and M4 coupe. While horsepower ratings remain the same, the regular X3 M now makes 457 pound-feet (up 13) and the Competition variant makes 479 pound-feet (up 37). BWM says the extra torque lowers the SUV’s already nosebleed-inducing zero-to-60 mph time even further. Competition models also roll on a set of lighter 21-inch wheels. The BMW X3 M also wears a more exaggerated face than before — yes, the grille is larger — and there are some tweaks to the rear styling, including a set of distinctive taillights. Inside, the cabin gets several redesigned design elements and updated switchgear. The driver now faces a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, and a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen replaces the older 10.3-inch unit.

With one model to choose from and a starting price already above €70,000 (Euros), we want the extra power and upgraded equipment of the Competition package. It adds a gloss-black grille and mirror caps, as well as a standard sports exhaust and black 21-inch wheels (as opposed to 20s on the regular M). Interior upgrades include distinct “M” logos, more supportive front seats and richer Merino leather. Among the myriad options, we’d also select the Executive and M Driver packages. The former offers ample luxuries such as a head-up display, heated steering wheel, gesture controls, a panoramic sunroof, self-parking assistant and wireless smartphone charging. The latter allows for a higher top speed (177 mph versus 155) and a day’s worth of professional driving lessons.

Engine, transmission and performance

This crossover’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six is ​​as smooth as it is powerful. BMW’s mill has been massaged by the M Performance division to make between 473 and 503 horsepower and between 457 and 479 pound-feet of torque. The extra power is reserved for the Competition model, which also adds a standard sport exhaust system and 21-inch wheels. Every X3 M comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive that sends 100 percent of the engine’s torque to the rear wheels when needed. The X3 M Competition we tested was absurdly quick and frighteningly agile for what it is. It raced to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds, closed the gap between 50 and 70 mph in 3.1 ticks and completed the quarter mile in 11.6 seconds at 119 mph. For context, a 2016 M3 Competition sedan is noticeably slower than the SUV in the first and last measures. The X3 M also stops from 70 mph in the same 146 feet as that sedan, circling our skidpad with an impressive 0.97 g of grip. While the insane crossover is too harsh for most people to appreciate every day, the standard adaptive dampers make for a smooth ride in the softest setting. And its thick-rimmed steering wheel transmits a respectable amount of feedback, with the steering never stopping us from enjoying the lower limits of its impressive capabilities.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The X3 M with or without the Competition package is expected to earn 14 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. Those numbers lag well behind rivals like the 505-hp Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio (at 17 and 23 mpg, respectively) and the 469-hp Mercedes-AMG GLC63 SUV (16 and 22 mpg). In the real world, however, the Bimmer fared better. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy route, part of our extensive testing program, the X3 M beat the government’s highway rating by 7 mpg (26 mpg overall). For comparison, we observed 20 mpg in the GLC63 SUV and 21 in the Stelvio QF, both of which missed their highway ratings by 2 mpg. For more information on the X3 M’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.

Interior, comfort and cargo

The BMW X3 M shares its updated interior design with the regular X3, which has also been slightly redesigned inside and out. The full-blown M version offers more standard luxury features and a number of exclusive touches. The latter mainly consists of “M” logos, red driving mode buttons on the steering wheel and aggressively bolstered front seats. The Competition package brings front chairs with even more padding. Throughout the cabin, attractive materials show BMW’s commitment to upscale aesthetics.

In addition to this crossover’s standard leather upholstery and selectable interior accents, BMW has provided a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 14-way power-adjustable front seats, customizable ambient interior lighting and heated front seat cushions. Still not fancy enough? Buyers can opt for finer leather and a host of premium options, including a head-up display, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof and rear side window blinds. There’s plenty of room for all passengers, as well as generous cargo space. We managed to fit seven carry-on suitcases behind the X3’s rear seat and 20 with the seatbacks folded down. Buyers of the mechanically similar X4 M will give up some of that space to this model’s steeply raked rear.

Infotainment and connectivity

Every X3 M comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system that offers myriad control methods. In addition to the screen’s touch capability, BMW includes a physical volume knob in the center console and controls on the steering wheel. There’s also a rotary control on the center console surrounded by shortcut buttons. Popular standard features include a 16-speaker Harman/Kardon stereo, built-in navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and charging ports throughout the cabin. Those who want even more bells and whistles can add gesture control and wireless charging via the extensive Executive package.

Safety and driver assistance functions

The compact luxury crossover comes with a full range of standard driver-assist technologies, as well as a handful of optional extras such as self-parking assist. For more information on the X3 M’s crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard blind spot monitor and rear cross traffic alert
• Standard lane departure warning
• Available adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology

Warranty and maintenance coverage

BMW offers a competitive limited warranty and average powertrain protection compared to its luxury rivals, and the company’s free maintenance plan, while shorter than Jaguar’s , is significantly better than what others in the class offer.

Price BMW X3 M

There is reliable information that on the European crossover market the new BMW X3 M model year will be offered in basic and technically advanced top-end modifications. The price of the base model is promised at 45,000 euros.