“Voice commands work about 50% of the time. Vehicle requires you then to scroll through screens, taking your attention away from driving. Needs a printed owner's manual so you're not poking through screens to figure out how to do something.”
2025 BMW X3: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2025 BMW X3 is fully redesigned, marking the start of its fourth generation. Its all-new body and cabin make this a major change year rather than a light refresh.
About the 2025 BMW X3
4th gen (G45), first year; full redesign for 2025.
BMW positions the X3 as its core compact luxury SUV for people who want everyday usefulness without giving up a sporty feel. The main appeal is a blend of family-friendly space, cargo flexibility, standard all-wheel drive in the U.S., modern cabin tech, and a more engaging driving character than many softer rivals. It is the X3 most shoppers look at when they want one vehicle for commuting, errands, and longer trips.
The 30 xDrive is the everyday model, pairing standard all-wheel drive and a 255-hp turbo four-cylinder with heated sport seats and standard parking assistance. The performance-focused M50 xDrive has a 393-hp turbocharged inline-six, adaptive sport suspension, stronger brakes, and a rear sport differential. Both use a 14.9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
Structural
The fourth-generation X3 arrives with an all-new body and cabin, plus more cargo space.
Styling
The exterior has a lower, wider look, while the interior receives a complete redesign centered on BMW's curved display.
Powertrain
BMW updated the four- and six-cylinder gas engines. The M50 xDrive uses a stronger 393-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six.
Tech
Every X3 gets BMW's curved display and Operating System 9. The infotainment setup includes a 14.9-inch touchscreen, navigation, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Safety
Parking Assistant becomes standard, and the standard driver-assistance package expands with features such as forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assistance.
Trim lineup
The U.S. lineup adopts the 30 xDrive and M50 xDrive names, dropping the previous “i” naming. The M50 joins the lineup as the performance model, while the M40i and prior xDrive30i variants are dropped.
2025 BMW X3 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Steptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Steptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 393 hp | 255 hp |
| Torque | 428 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 67.1 cu-ft | 67.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.3 in | 36.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 BMW X3 fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2025 BMW X3 is the first model year of the fourth-generation G45 X3, with an all-new body, a redesigned cabin, updated engines, and expanded technology.
What changed from the 2024 BMW X3 to the 2025 X3?
The 2025 X3 gets a new body and cabin, more cargo space, updated four- and six-cylinder engines, a curved-display dashboard with BMW Operating System 9, and broader standard parking and driver-assistance technology. BMW also changes the U.S. trim names to 30 xDrive and M50 xDrive.
What are the 2025 BMW X3 trim names?
The 2025 U.S. lineup consists of the 30 xDrive and M50 xDrive. The 30 xDrive is the balanced everyday version, while the 393-hp M50 xDrive is the performance-focused model.
Does the 2025 BMW X3 have all-wheel drive?
Yes. Both 2025 X3 models use BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system: the 30 xDrive and the M50 xDrive.
What technology is standard in the 2025 BMW X3?
Every 2025 X3 has BMW's curved display and Operating System 9, including a 14.9-inch touchscreen with navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Parking Assistant is also standard, along with an expanded set of driver-assistance features.
2025 BMW X3 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2025 BMW X3.
4.2
2025 BMW X3
(153 reviews)
“The best combination of Sports-Car-Utility-Vehicle on the market! With the addition of a 10" 400 watt sub-woofer - one of the best sound systems I have ever heard.”
“The new styling is very cool. The mild hybrid really helps performance and mileage”