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BMW X3 recalled
BMW is recalling 113 examples of its new-generation X3 as its outer rear head restraints may move or detach in the event of an accident.
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About the BMW X3
Last updated Sep 29, 2025The 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.
CarExpert Rating
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Power to Weight
79.27 - 142.58 kW/t
66.12 kW/t
216.45 kW/t
Boot Space
460 - 570 litres
115 litres
897 litres
Fuel Efficiency
1.6 - 8.3 L/100km
1.3 L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
783 - 3,125 km
627 km
4,438 km
Price
$84,500 - $129,600
$54,950
$213,800
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,500 - 2,710 kg
2,205 kg
3,110 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 - 2,720 kg
1,000 kg
2,720 kg
Approach Angle
20.6°
12.6°
24.9°
Departure Angle
22°
17.2°
30.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
208 - 216 mm
122 mm
224 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
0.84 - 22.1 kWh
0.33 kWh
105 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
11 kW
3.7 kW
22 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
91 km
14 km
91 km
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2025 BMW X3 Dimensions
1660mm
1920mm
4755mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2025 BMW X3 Fuel Economy
There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the BMW X3
The most fuel efficient BMW X3 is the Base with a 8-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo and uses 1.6L of Electric per 100km on the combined cycle.
The BMW X3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 8-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L Turbo and uses 8.3L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the BMW X3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| BMW X3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Unleaded | 8.3 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Unleaded | 8.2 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Unleaded | 7.6 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Unleaded | 7.5 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Electric, 4x4 | Electric | 1.6 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.6 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 6.6 L/100km |
2025 BMW X3 Warranty
What is the warranty on a BMW X3?
The BMW X3 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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BMW X3 FAQs
The cheapest BMW X3 is the Base that starts from $84,500.
The most expensive BMW X3 is the Base that starts from $129,600.
The best towing capacity of a BMW X3 is offered by the Base which can tow 2720 kg
The 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.