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2017 BMW X3
SUV · 2015–2026 · X3, X3 M
Trims and features
What changed for 2017
- Starting prices: +$300 to +$2,150 (4 trims; hover for each)
2017 X3 trims
| sDrive28i | xDrive28d | xDrive28i | xDrive35i | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | $40,050 | $42,750 | $42,050 | $48,950 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | N26B20O0 | N47D20O1 | N26B20O0 | N55B30M0 |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 180 hp | 240 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8HP45 | 8HP45 | 8HP45 | 8HP45 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | Rwd | Awd | Awd | Awd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 24 mpg | — | 24 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo behind last row | 27.6 cu ft | 27.6 cu ft | 27.6 cu ft | 27.6 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 63.3 cu ft | 63.3 cu ft | 63.3 cu ft | 63.3 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Length | 183.6 in | 183.6 in | 183.6 in | 183.6 in |
| Curb weight | 4,030 lb | 4,230 lb | 4,150 lb | 4,230 lb |
| Tech | ||||
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Head-up display | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Audio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Harman Kardon |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lane keeping | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Automatic emergency braking | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 360-degree camera | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Climate zones | 2 | — | 2 | 2 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Optional | Optional | Optional | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 18 in + option | 18 in + option | 18 in + option | 18 in + option |
| Headlights | Optional | Optional | Optional | HID Projector + option |
Packages and options (97)
| sDrive28i | xDrive28d | xDrive28i | xDrive35i | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Weather Package $950 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cold Weather Package 2 $700 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Driving Assistance Package $950 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package $1,700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dynamic Handling Package | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lighting Package | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Package Content | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Package $3,200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Premium Package 3 $2,050 | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Technology Package $2,750 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| xLine $1,500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| ZDU | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| ZMA | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| ZP5 | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Dynamic Damper Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Increased Top Speed Limiter | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Performance Control | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sport Automatic Transmission | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Standard Suspension | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission with Shift Paddles | — | Optional | — | — |
| Variable Sport Steering | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Adaptive Full LED Lights $1,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Adaptive Light Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Aerodynamic Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Automatic High Beams | — | — | — | Optional |
| High-Gloss Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Panoramic Moonroof $1,350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Rear LED Tail Lights | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Retractable Headlight Washers | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails in Satin Aluminum | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Shadowline Exterior Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Without Lines Designation Outside | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Xenon Headlights | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| xLine Designation | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Anthracite Headliner | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Instrument Cluster with Extended Contents | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Rear Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lumbar Support | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| M Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Nevada Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Manual Side Window Shades $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| SensaTec | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sport Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wireless Charging $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Apple CarPlay Compatibility $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Connected App Compatibility | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Online and BMW Apps | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Harman Kardon Surround Sound System $875 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Head-Up Display | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System $1,950 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Services | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 1-Year All Access Subscription | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| ACC Stop and Go + Active Driving Assistant $1,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Blind Spot Detection | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Driving Assistant | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Parking Assistant $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear View Camera | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Speed Limit Info | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Surround View $750 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 19" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 622M with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 19" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 622M with Performance Run-Flat Tires | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 20" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 310M with Performance Run-Flat Tires $950 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| 18" Light Alloy Double Spoke Wheels - Style 605 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | — | — | — | Standard |
| 19" Light Alloy Star Spoke Wheels - Style 606 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires $600 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 18" Light Alloy V-Spoke Wheels - Style 307 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | Standard | Standard | Standard | — |
| 19" Light Alloy Y-Spoke Wheels - Style 608 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Brushed Aluminum Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Burl Walnut Wood Trim with Pearl Gloss Chrome Highlight | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Dark Copper High-Gloss Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fineline Anthracite Wood Trim with PearlGloss Chrome Highlight | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fineline Light High Gloss Wood Trim with Chrome Accent | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carbon Black Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Chestnut Bronze Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Sea Blue Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Glacier Silver Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Melbourne Red Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral Silver Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral White Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space Gray Metallic $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige/Black SensaTec | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather with Exclusive Gray Contrast Stitching $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Nevada Leather with Gray Contrast Stitching $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black SensaTec | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ivory White Nevada Leather with Exclusive Red Contrast Stitching $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mocha Nevada Leather with Exclusive Orange Contrast Stitching $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oyster Nevada Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Saddle Brown Nevada Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sand Beige/Black Nevada Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem order guide. Still partial for this year: powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Collision warning | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 255 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 393 hp | AWD | 27–29 mpg | 4 of 5 | 2 | 17 | — | — |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 255 hp 3.0L 4-cyl turbo, 393 hp | AWD | 27–29 mpg | 4 of 5 | 9 | 38 | No | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 382–473 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 46 | No | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 382–473 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 15 | No | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 382–473 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 7 | 80 | No | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD, RWD | 16–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 10 | 111 | Standard | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 355–473 hp | AWD, RWD | 16–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 16 | 109 | Standard | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 355 hp | AWD, RWD | 23–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 10 | 170 | Standard | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 355 hp | AWD | 23–25 mpg | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 181–241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300 hp | AWD, RWD | 21–24 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 92 | No | Yes |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 181–241 hp 2.0L 4-cyl turbo diesel, 181–241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300 hp | AWD, RWD | 21–30 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 82 | No | No |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 181–241 hp 2.0L 4-cyl turbo diesel, 181–241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 240–300 hp | AWD, RWD | 21–30 mpg | 5 of 5 | 7 | 105 | Optional | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Apple lists CarPlay for: X3 2017–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW X3 SUV N/A AWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 17 |
| 2025 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 9 | 38 |
| 2024 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 38 |
| 2024 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 38 |
| 2024 | BMW X3 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 8 |
| 2023 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 15 |
| 2023 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 15 |
| 2023 | BMW X3 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 15 |
| 2022 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 80 |
| 2022 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 80 |
| 2022 | BMW X3 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 7 | 80 |
| 2021 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 10 | 111 |
| 2021 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 10 | 111 |
| 2021 | BMW X3 30e xDrive SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 10 | 111 |
| 2021 | BMW X3 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 10 | 111 |
| 2020 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | Standard | Optional | 16 | 109 |
| 2020 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Optional | 16 | 109 |
| 2020 | BMW X3 30e xDrive SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Optional | 16 | 109 |
| 2020 | BMW X3 M SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Optional | 16 | 109 |
| 2019 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Optional | 10 | 170 |
| 2019 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | Standard | Optional | 10 | 170 |
| 2017 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 6 | 92 |
| 2017 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 6 | 92 |
| 2016 | BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 5 | 82 |
| 2016 | BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 | No | No | 5 | 82 |
| 2015 | BMW X3 Sdrive28I SUV RWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 105 |
| 2015 | BMW X3 Xdrive28D SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 105 |
| 2015 | BMW X3 Xdrive28I SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 105 |
| 2015 | BMW X3 Xdrive35I SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 105 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | X3 M50 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2026 | X3 xDrive30 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 29 |
| 2025 | X3 M50i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2025 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 29 |
| 2024 | X3 M | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2024 | X3 M Competition | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2024 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2024 | X3 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2024 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2023 | X3 M | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2023 | X3 M Competition | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2023 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2023 | X3 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2023 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2022 | X3 M | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2022 | X3 M Competition | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2022 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | X3 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2022 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2021 | X3 M | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2021 | X3 M Competition | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2021 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2021 | X3 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2021 | X3 xDrive30e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2021 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2020 | X3 M | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2020 | X3 M Competition | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 16 |
| 2020 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2020 | X3 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2020 | X3 xDrive30e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2020 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2019 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2019 | X3 sDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2019 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2018 | X3 M40i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2018 | X3 xDrive30i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2017 | X3 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2017 | X3 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2017 | X3 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2016 | X3 sDrive 28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2016 | X3 xDrive28d | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 30 |
| 2016 | X3 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2016 | X3 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2015 | X3 sDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2015 | X3 xDrive28d | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Diesel, Turbo | 30 |
| 2015 | X3 xDrive28i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2015 | X3 xDrive35i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.