The BMW X3 has established itself as a true luxury SUV competitor over the decades since its introduction, making it a top choice among German carmakers. But now, for 2025, the X3 is going in a big and bold new direction! With BMW certainly going big for this new model, we wanted to dive in and check out all the details! This article is an in-depth dive into the 2025 BMW X3 model. Be sure to watch the video below for a detailed visual look!

What’s New for 2025?

  • Redesigned for 2025
  • New exterior elements
  • Upgraded interior
  • Refinements to both powertrains

Trims and Pricing

MSRP w/ standard AWD

xDrive30: $49,500

M50: $64,100

Prices will go up for each model, but buyers are welcomed with many new features and continued performance.

Air ball and slam dunk

Slam Dunk: Many of the tech improvements and powertrain refinements stand out for this model

Air Ball: The X3 has taken a step down in luxury when it comes to interior materials and plastics

X3 Front
X3 Side
X3 Rear
X3 Interior

Design and Features

As mentioned above, please watch the videos linked below for a full in-depth exploration of the exterior design and differences. The X3 takes a big departure from its previous generation for this year, taking many concept-like cues for this new package. Per usual, there will be many different design groups, being the sportiest on the M50 we drove in this review.

Here is the full breakdown of what we currently know about the feature availability:

Feature

Availability

Exterior

LED Headlights

Standard LEDs | Optional Adaptive Lamps

LED Fog Lamps

Not Available

Wheels

19 to 21-inch alloys depending on trim

Mirrors

Standard heated, BSM, Power folding, Auto Dimming

LED Taillights

Standard LED

Exposed Exhaust

M50 only

Towing Capacity

30: 4,001 lbs | M50: 4,850 lbs

Forward Emergency Braking

Standard on all X3 Models

Auto High Beams

Lane Keeping Assist

Adaptive Cruise Control

Optional

 

When it comes to the Interior, the X3 will also be well-equipped on all trims.

Interior

Remote Start

Convenience Package or M50

Smart Entry

Standard

Seat Materials

Leatherette or Merino Leather

Seat Adjustment

Standard: Power | Memory: Standard | No Massage

Push Button Start

Standard

Gauge Cluster

Standard: 12.3-in full digital cockpit

Head-up Display

Premium Package

Steering Wheel

Heating with Convenience Package or M50

Wireless Charging

Standard

360 Degree Camera

Optional

BMW Active Light Bar

Standard

2-Zone Climate Controls

Standard | Available 3-zone climate

Seat Climate

Heated Seats: Optional | Ventilated Seats: Optional

Audio System

Optional: 16-Speaker Harmon Kardon

Screen

Standard: 14.9-inch Display with iDrive 9.0 | Wireless AA and ACP

Rearview Mirror

Standard: Auto-dimming

Moonroof

Premium Package or M50: Fixed Panoramic Roof

 

The rear of the X3 is also well-equipped, offering plenty of passenger space.

Rear Amenities

Heated Rear Seats

Optional

Sunshades

Power sunshades available

Vents and USBs

Standard

Climate Controls

Available

Tailgate

Power

 

For in depth details on the 2025 X3, watch our full first look review linked at the bottom of this article.

X3 Rear

What’s Under the Hood?

The 2025 BMW X3 still offers two powertrain options, with each bringing their own appeals:

  • 30: 2.0L Turbo I-4 + 48v Mild Hybrid system
  • 255 hp | 295 lb.ft
  • 0-60: 6.0s

 

  • M50: 3.0L Turbo I-6 + 48v mild hybrid
  • 393 hp | 428 lb.ft
  • 0-60: 4.4s

Both will come standard with AWD and 8-Speed Automatic transmissions.

The fuel economy for each model is as currently listed below:

30 AWD: 27/33/29 MPG (+5 Combined)

M50 AWD: 25/30/27 MPG (+4 Combined)

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 BMW X3 helpful! For a more detailed first look of the X3, please watch our videos below! What do you think of the 2025 BMW X3? Let us know in the comments!

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