BMW · model year 2025
2025 BMW X3
Specifications and certified data for the 2025 model year. All BMW X3 model years →
2025 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X3 M50 xDrive | 2,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 393 | — | — | Dossier |
| X3 30e xDrive M Sport | 1,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 295 | 69 | 100.9 | Dossier |
| X3 30e xDrive M Sport | 1,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 295 | 64 | 94.2 | Dossier |
| X3 30e xDrive xLine | 1,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 295 | 69 | 100.9 | Dossier |
| X3 30e xDrive xLine | 1,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 295 | 64 | 94.2 | Dossier |
| Hybrid | — | Hybrid | Automatic | 275 | 105 | — | Dossier |
| Diesel | — | Diesel | Automatic | 250 | 140 | — | Dossier |
| Petrol | — | Petrol | Automatic | 240 | 165 | — | Dossier |
| X3 20 xDrive M Sport | 1,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 205 | — | — | Dossier |
| X3 20 xDrive xLine | 1,998 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 205 | — | — | Dossier |
| X3 20d xDrive M Sport | 1,995 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 194 | — | — | Dossier |
| X3 20d xDrive xLine | 1,995 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 194 | — | — | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2025 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 29 | 299 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2025 | 3.0 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 27 | 320 | — | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 BMW X3 SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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26V524000 2026-08-12 · model years 2024, 2025, 2026
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact…
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25V857000 2025-12-11 · model years 2025, 2026
STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Remedy: The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.…
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25V247000 2025-04-16 · model years 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake discs and brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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25V202000 2025-04-01 · model years 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be…
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25V154000 2025-03-12 · model years 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
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25V109000 2025-02-21 · model years 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator, or replace the positive battery cable and starter-generator if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification…
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24V909000 2024-12-05 · model years 2025
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 vehicles. The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front left-side swivel bearing, free of charge. One owner was contacted December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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24V856000 2024-11-12 · model years 2025
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side head curtain air bag, if necessary, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact…
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24V772000 2024-10-17 · model years 2025
AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL:CUSHION
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 xDrive30i and X3 M50i vehicles. The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2025
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.