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Has the new BMW X3 grown from the previous generation?

Yes indeed, but not on all sides. The length of the BMW X3 has increased by 47 mm to 4,755 mm and the width increases by 29 mm to 1,920 mm. On the contrary, the height decreased by 16 mm to 1,660 mm. The wheelbase has hardly changed from the previous generation. That one still measures 2,865 mm. As a result, the interior is nice and spacious. There is also excellent seating in the back, even with a height of 1.85 meters or more.

How big is the luggage space of the new BMW X3?

A power tailgate is completely standard on the BMW X3. Luggage space has grown in both width and length. You now have 570 liters of luggage space, or 460 liters in the BMW X3 30th xDrive plug-in hybrid. As standard, the rear seats can be folded down in a 40:20:40 ratio to a maximum of 1,700 liters (X3 30e xDrive: 1,600 liters). An electrically retractable tow bar is optional. The car can tow a maximum of 2,500 kilograms braked, which depends on the engine variant.

Does the new X3 have any cool gadgets?

Absolute! Among other things, check out the Welcome and Goodbye Animation upon boarding thanks to light projection. Optional BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting for the grille completes the party. By the way, the grille has a new grill structure with vertically and diagonally placed bars, but this does not apply to all model variants. For example, the M50 you see in our video has a different grille.

What about security?

The new BMW X3 offers a much wider range of standard and optional systems for semi-automatic driving and parking. The car comes standard with Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Speed Limit Info, along with Driving Assistant with Lane Change Warning and manual Speed Limit Assist. The Parking Assistant, also standard, includes features such as the Reversing Assistant and a rearview camera. Optional systems include Steering and Lane Control Assistant, as well as automatic Speed Limit Assist and route speed control when using Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function. With the optional Parking Assistant Professional, parking and general maneuvers can be controlled from outside the car using a smartphone.

With which engines will the new X3 be launched?

The new BMW X3 comes to market with different engines, as a plug-in hybrid and with conventional gasoline and diesel engines. All internal combustion engines are electrified with Li8V Mild Hybrid technology. All engines are mated to a Steptronic eight-speed automatic, including shift paddles. A six-in-line diesel engine will also follow in the summer of 2025. BMW is not coming out with a new iX3, as the Neue Klasse SUV takes that spot.

The BMW X3 appears as 30e xDrive, 20 xDrive, 20d xDrive and as M50 xDrive, among others. The plug-in hybrid has a system output of 220 kW (299 hp) with 450 Nm of torque. The electric range is 86 to 89 kilometers. The 20 xDrive has a four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 153 kW (208 hp) with 330 Nm of torque. The 20d xDrive – also a four-cylinder, but a diesel engine – kicks it up to 145 kW (197 hp) with 400 Nm of torque. The BMW X3 M50 has a six-in-line gasoline engine with 293 kW (398 hp) and 580 Nm of torque.

What’s on and on the interior of the new BMW X3?

The interior of the new BMW X3 features a BMW Curved Display with 12.3-inch instrument panel display and a 14.9-inch control display. The BMW Interaction Bar, new steering wheel designs with flattened bottoms, a new transmission switch, ambient lighting, cup holders with new storage space and a wireless induction charger for smartphones also stand out. The infotainment system runs on BMW Operating System 9. Electrically adjustable sport seats, seat heating, three-zone automatic air conditioning, soundproof windows, Comfort Access, ambient lighting with Goodbye and Welcome animations are all standard. Optionally, BMW provides a fixed panoramic glass roof, without crossbars but with roller blind for blackout. Active seat ventilation, lumbar support, steering wheel heating and a Harman Kardon sound system are also all optional.

Is the interior also vegan?

Yes indeed, because Econeer upholstery is standard. This is made of a recyclable secondary material. Optional BMW Veganza provides perforated leather-textured upholstery, available in three colors. Merino leather is available as an option, as is a combination of Veganza with Alcantara. Moreover, several materials are also made of sustainable materials.

When will the new X3 hit the market?

The car is expected to hit the market in Europe and the United States in the fourth quarter of 2024. By January 2025, according to several countries. The US and Germany are the main sales countries. The BMW X3 is also popular in countries such as Italy, Spain, Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Canada and Mexico. 

Is the new BMW X3 made in China?

No, the BMW X3 is built in Spartanburg, in the United States, as well as in Rosslyn in South Africa.

Do we have a starting price yet?

Sure enough, the new BMW X3 comes from 67,815 euros. That price then applies to the plug-in hybrid BMW X3 30e xDrive. The M50 a mere 103,000 euros. Knowing more? Then check out the video!