A New Member Added to the BMW X3 Family! The Fourth Generation Model Officially Debuts

The highly anticipated fourth generation BMW X3 (G45) has finally made its official debut, and will land first in the US and European markets in the fourth quarter of this year, then gradually release in other regions of the world starting from January 2025. The new X3 has been completely revamped in terms of appearance, with overall dimensions increasing, the body more streamlined and dynamic.

Length increased by 34 mm to 4755 mm

Width increased by 29 mm to 1920 mm

Height reduced by 25 mm to 1660 mm, lower center of gravity, more responsive handling

Front and rear track increased by 16 mm and 45 mm respectively, bringing more stability and control

Wheelbase remains at 2865 mm, provides ample space for passengers in the car

The new X3 offers a variety of power system choices, including light hybrid gasoline and diesel engines, as well as plug-in hybrid gasoline engines. Among them, the plug-in hybrid model has the longest electric range of up to 90 kilometers, more than enough for daily commuting.

X3 20d xDrive: Equipped with a 2.0T diesel engine, maximum power of 163 horsepower, peak torque of 400 Nm

X3 20i xDrive: Equipped with a 2.0T gasoline engine, maximum power of 184 horsepower, peak torque of 300 Nm

X3 30e xDrive: Equipped with a 2.0T gasoline engine and electric motor, combined maximum power of 292 horsepower, peak torque of 420 Nm

M50 xDrive: Equipped with a 3.0T gasoline engine, maximum power of 382 horsepower, peak torque of 480 Nm

It's worth noting that the naming conventions of some models in the new X3 range have been adjusted to be more concise and clear. For example, the X3 20i xDrive no longer uses the "i" suffix to denote gasoline-powered models. In addition, BMW has also re-adjusted the alphanumeric combinations of all-wheel drive models to better align with international standards.

In terms of specifications, here is the breakdown of the G45 X3 all-electric series:

BMW X3 30e xDrive

Engine: 2.0L turbocharged inline four-cylinder gasoline engine

Engine output power: 190 PS (188 horsepower or 140 kW) and 310 Nm

Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission; AWD

Electric motor output power: 184 PS (181 horsepower or 135 kW) and 250 Nm

System total output power: 299 PS (295 hp or 220 kW; including temporary boost) and 450 Nm

0-100 km/h acceleration time: 6.2 seconds

Top speed: 215 km/h; 140 km/h (electric)

Battery: 19.7 kWh lithium-ion

Charging: 11 kW AC; charge to 0-100% within 2 hours 15 minutes

Pure electric range (WLTP): 81-90 km

BMW X3 20 xDrive

Engine: 2.0L turbocharged inline four-cylinder gasoline engine

Engine output power: 190 PS (188 horsepower or 140 kW) and 310 Nm

Mild hybrid electric motor output power: 18 PS (17 horsepower or 13 kW) and 200 Nm

Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission; AWD

0-100 km/h acceleration time: 7.8 seconds

Top speed: 215 km/h

The 2025 BMW X3 debuts for the first time - the G45 has been boldly redesigned and adopts a new variant naming scheme; PHEV has a range of up to 90 km

BMW X3 M50 xDrive

Engine: 3.0L turbocharged inline six-cylinder gasoline engine

Engine output power: 381 PS (375 horsepower or 280 kilowatts) and 540 Nm

Mild hybrid motor output power: 18 PS (17 horsepower or 13 kilowatts) and 200 Nm

Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission; AWD

0-100 km/h acceleration time: 4.6 seconds

Top speed: 250 km/h

BMW X3 20d xDrive

Engine: 2.0 liter inline four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine

Engine output power: 197 PS (194 horsepower or 145 kilowatts) and 400 Nm

Mild hybrid motor output power: 11 PS (11 horsepower or 8 kilowatts) and 25 Nm

Transmission: Eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission; AWD

0-100 km/h acceleration time: 7.7 seconds

Top speed: 215 km/h