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2025 BMW X3 preview: price, specs and release date
BMW has confirmed the fourth generation 2025 BMW X3 all-wheel drive medium SUV will arrive in Australia early next year. From pricing to specs, here's what you need to know about the new BMW X3.
The BMW X3 is one of Australia's most popular premium mid-size SUVs, and the German brand's best-selling car so far in 2024.
For 2025, a new BMW X3 will arrive locally promising enhanced technology, comfort and driving dynamics. Just two variants of the new BMW X3 will be available from launch: X3 20 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive.
Competing against traditional mid-size SUV rivals like the Mercedes-Benz GLC and Audi Q5; here's what you need to know about the 2025 BMW X3's pricing and specs before it arrives in Australian dealerships next year.
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The new BMW X3 goes on sale in Australia in early 2025
| 2025 BMW X3 Pricing | |
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BMW X3 20 xDrive |
$84,500 |
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BMW M50 xDrive |
$126,900 |
The new 2025 BMW X3 favours an oversized kidney grille
What's new on the 2025 BMW X3?
The new BMW X3 is longer, wider and lower than the outgoing model. Track width on the front and rear has been widened with a lighter but stiffer body and both variants will be equipped with adaptive suspension as standard as well as modified front and rear axle
BMW says these changes will deliver improvements in the X3's agility, handling, cornering stability and long-distance comfort.
In addition to a host of design and engineering updates, the BMW X3 has upgraded infotainment including a high definition curved display. A subscription for BMW's digital premium tech system is included for 90 days.
The 2025 BMW X3 also features the latest version of iDrive and Live Cockpit Professional including head-up display and augmented view for the driver information display.
Both BMW X3 variants come equipped with a 48-volt mild hybrid system promising increased fuel efficiency.
For enthusiasts, the highlight of the new BMW X3 range is undoubtedly the 3.0-litre M TwinPower turbo six-cylinder in-line petrol engine fitted in the M50 xDrive, the most powerful engine to be fitted to an M Performance model. The new engine produces 295kW and 580Nm and is paired with an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission and BMW's xDrive all-wheel drive system.
The BMW X3 20 xDrive is fitted with a more accessible 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine generating 140kW and 310Nm and paired with eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.
The tech-laden cockpit of the 2025 BMW X3 is a departure from the current model (overseas car shown)
2025 BMW X3 specs and features
The new 2025 BMW X3 features a host of new features compared to the current model (indicated in bold).
2025 BMW X3 20 xDrive specs and features
- 48V mild-hybrid engine technology
- 19” M light alloy wheels (w/run flat tyres)
- BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system
- 3-zone automatic climate control
- 6-speaker 100-watt Hi-Fi system
- Acoustic glazing
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Adaptive Suspension
- Automatic tailgate
- BMW Digital Premium (90-day trial)
- BMW Iconic Glow illuminated kidney grille
- BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
- BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 14.9” + 12.3” BMW Curved Display, featuring Operating System 9
- Comfort Access and Digital Key Plus
- Driving Assistant Professional inc. Steering and Lane Control System, Active Cruise Control inc. Stop&Go and Blind Spot Monitor
- DAB+ Digital Radio
- Electric Seat function, front row
- BMW Head-Up Display
- M headliner in anthracite
- M Sport Package
- M Sport leather steering wheel
- Mirror package, inc. anti-dazzle function
- Parking Assistant Plus, inc. Surround View camera, Reversing Assistant and Drive Recorder
- Remote Software Updates
- Seat heating, front row
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Upholstery, Veganza
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Wireless smartphone charging
2025 BMW X3 M50 xDrive specs and features
- Metallic paint
- 48V mild-hybrid engine technology
- 21” M light alloy wheels (w/standard tyres)
- 15-speaker, 750-watt harmon/kardon surround system
- Quad exhaust outlets
- Panorama glass roof (fixed)
- M specific kidney, mirror caps and aerodynamic elements
- Privacy glass
- Roller blinds for rear side windows
- M Sport Pro package
- M braking system, featuring red callipers, - M seat belts,
- M Shadowline headlight and extended contents
- Steering wheel heating
- Seat ventilation for driver and front passenger
- Seat heating for rear (outer) seats
How safe is the BMW X3?
The BMW X3 is currently unrated by ANCAP.
Both the X3 20 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive are equipped with a suite of advanced driver assistance systems as standard including:
- Front collision warning
- Steering and Lane Control Assistant
- Lane Departure Warning
- Driving Assistant Professional
- Parking Assistant Plus with surround view camera
The 2025 BMW X3 M50 xDrive is powered by a 3.0-litre M twin turbocharged petrol engine supported by mild-hybrid technology
What options are available on the new 2025 BMW X3?
2025 BMW X3 paint colours
The new BMW X3 is available in seven exterior paint options including Alpine White non-metallic a no cost option on both variants. Six metallic paint colours are available as a no cost option for the M50 sDrive or a $2000 premium for the 20 xDrive.
- Black Sapphire
- Artic Race Blue
- Sophisto Grey
- Dune Grey
- M Brooklyn Grey
- Fire Red
Three BMW Individual paint colours are also offered:
- Tanzanite Blue ($4000 for 20 xDrive, $2000 when ordering with Enhancement pack and $2000 for M50 xDrive)
- Frozen Pure Grey metallic
- Frozen Deep Grey ($6000 for 20 xDrive, $4000 when ordering with Enhancement pack and M50 xDrive)
2025 BMW X3 alloy wheel options
Four alloy wheels are available on the new 2025 BMW X3.
The 20 xDrive is fitted as standard with 19 inch M light alloy wheels fitted with runflat tyres and able to be equipped with snow chains. An optional 20 inch wheel is available for a $2000 option but not available with run flats and not compatible with snow chains.
The M50 xDrive is fitted with standard bicolour 21 inch wheels with an optional jet black colourway available as a no cost option.
2025 BMW X3 upholstery
Four synthetic leather no-cost options are available for the BMW X3 interior. Both variants now use Veganza, a synthetic leather that use 85 per cent fewer CO2 emissions in its production that natural leather. Black, Calm Beige, Espresso Brown and M Alcantara/Veganza are available as no cost options for both X3 variants.
Two BMW Individual Leather 'Merino' options - Black/Atlas Grey and Amber/Atlas Grey are available for a $4000 option on both the X3 20 xDrive and the X3 M50 xDrive.
Buyers of both BMW X3 variants can choose from a brushed aluminium or fine-wood trim, with a $1200 upgrade available that adds a knitted textile instrument panel.
Veganza synthetic upholstery is used in both 2025 BMW X3 models
| 2025 BMW X3 Options - 20 xDrive | |
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Enhancement pack - $6000 |
(Pack is $4,800 when combined with Alpine White non-metallic paint) |
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Comfort pack - $4000 |
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M Sport Pro - $3000 |
High-gloss Shadow Line with extended contents inc:
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| 2025 BMW X3 Tow Kit 20 xDrive and M50 xDrive | |
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Trailer tow hitch - $2200 |
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