BMW X3 2019–2021 car dimensions: 4726 mm long, 1897 mm wide and 1667 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,045 kg. Braked towing is 2,500 kg.
The cabin has three-zone automatic climate control as standard. A 10.25-inch touchscreen comes with the Live Cockpit Professional navigation setup. Apple CarPlay is standard, while Android Auto arrived later as an option or standard on updated cars. Cruise control with braking function is fitted as standard, as is city collision and pedestrian warning with braking. Front and rear parking sensors are standard. Blind-spot warning, lane departure warning and full lane-keeping assist sit in optional Driving Assistant packages. A reversing camera is available only with the optional Parking Assistant.
Boot space measures 550 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 1600 litres with them folded. The 40/20/40 split rear seat is standard.
Braked towing capacity is 2500 kg and unbraked is 750 kg. Payload is 530 kg. The M models use a track-developed cooling system with extra radiators and oil coolers. Adaptive M suspension with M-specific kinematics is standard.
The cabin has heated M sport seats in Vernasca or Merino leather with electric multi-way adjustment, memory, lumbar support and adjustable backrest bolsters as standard. Ambient lighting with multiple colours is fitted. Three-zone climate control is standard. Options include active seat ventilation, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel via Comfort package, panoramic glass roof, acoustic glass and Ambient Air fragrance with ionisation.
Combined fuel use 10.5 l/100 km, CO2 239 g/km, Euro 6d-TEMP.
Requires min RON 95 petrol, BMW recommends RON 98.
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2017 X3 rating applies).
Standard kit: front/side/head airbags, DSC with MDM, collision and pedestrian warning with city braking, tyre pressure monitor.
Condition Based Service for oil and inspections.
Fuel economy sits at a combined 10.5 l/100 km with 239 g/km CO2 under the ECE cycle used at launch. The 3.0-litre twin-turbo petrol needs at least RON 95 and prefers RON 98 for full output. Expect higher real-world use in spirited driving.
Servicing follows BMW Condition Based Service. Oil changes and inspections are triggered by the car based on use, typically around every 12 months or set mileage. Brake fluid is due every two years. M models may need closer attention to oil and differential fluid under hard use.
The X3 platform earned five Euro NCAP stars in 2017 with strong adult protection scores. Standard safety includes multiple airbags, DSC linked to M xDrive, active M differential, collision warning with city braking and pedestrian detection. Optional packs add more driver aids like adaptive cruise.
Living with the car means a high-performance SUV that balances daily comfort modes with track capability. Keep to recommended fuel and service prompts to maintain the S58 engine and AWD system. Luggage space is 550-1600 litres with split-folding seats.
Length 4726 mm, Width 1897 mm, Height 1667 mm, Wheelbase 2864 mm (X3 2019–2021)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Media Information, Specifications, The new BMW X3 M , 02/2019, correct as at 01.02.2019, ACEA markets, The same sheet does not publish ground clearance.