2021 (21) BMW X3 M xDrive X3 M Competition 5dr Step Auto
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Vehicle summary
Mileage | 33,069 miles |
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Year | 2021 |
Fuel | Petrol |
Gears | Automatic |
Engine | 2993 cc |
WLTP CO2 emissions | 261 g/km* |
Road tax | £600** |
Doors | 5 |
Seats | 5 |
Body type | SUV |
Colour | Black |
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Featured specification
- 21" Alloy Wheels
- Connected package professional - X3 M/X4 M
- Real time traffic information
- Head up Display
- BMW Live Cockpit Professional Nav with 12.3" instrument display + 10.25" display
- Intelligent Voice Assist
- BMW OS 7
- HDD
- 2USB
- 4G LTE connect
- Active Guard incl approach control warning with city brake function and person warning with city brake function
- Attentiveness assist
- BMW professional radio/CD/MP3
- Harman Kardon loudspeaker system
- BMW Icon adaptive LED headlights with low and high beam headlights in Bi-LED
- LED daytime running lights in corona ring style and LED Indicators
- Automatically dimming electrochromatic rear view mirror
- Exterior mirrors - electrically folding with anti-dazzle
- High beam assistant
- M competition bodystyling
- M Exhaust tailpipes - Quad
- round
- split left and right with high gloss black finisher 100mm
- 3 zone automatic air conditioning
- Foldable boot floor with storage compartment
- Front M seats with illuminated M logo in headrests
Standard specification
Driver Convenience
Active Guard incl approach control warning with city brake function and person warning with city brake function | Attentiveness assist |
Auto start-stop | Automatic tailgate operation |
BMW Live Cockpit Professional Nav with 12.3" instrument display + 10.25" display, Intelligent Voice Assist, BMW OS 7, HDD, 2USB, 4G LTE connect | BMW Online services |
BMW remote services | BMW service history |
BMW Teleservices | Brake pad wear indicator in front and rear |
Check Control warning system for monitoring of lights and door/luggage compartment open warning | Condition based service |
Control display - 10.25" colour touch sensitive display screen | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) |
Front/rear park distance control (PDC) | Head up Display |
iDrive Controller with 8 favourite buttons | Integrated owner's handbook |
Lights on warning by audio warning signal when ignition is switched off | M Gear selector |
Oil sensor for level and grade, warning by check control system | On board computer - average speed+fuel consumption, service interval, clock/date, odometer/trip meter, outside temperature display and ice warning |
Personal Profile - automatic lock when driving away selectable | Real time traffic information |
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension
Adaptive M suspension | Eight speed M Steptronic sport transmission with drivelogic and gearshift paddle switches on steering wheel |
EU6 emissions management | Incorrect fuelling protection |
M Sport differential | Performance Control |
Entertainment
BMW professional radio/CD/MP3 | DAB tuner |
Electronic service booklet | Harman Kardon loudspeaker system |
Exterior Features
Acoustic glazing | Automatically dimming electrochromatic rear view mirror |
Black finish on B pillars | BMW Icon adaptive LED headlights with low and high beam headlights in Bi-LED, LED daytime running lights in corona ring style and LED Indicators |
Body colour door handles | Body colour front and rear bumpers |
Direction indicator, side repeaters, integrated in exterior mirrors | Dynamic brake lights |
Electric front and rear windows with fingertip open/close + anti-trap facility and comfort closing function | Exterior mirrors - electrically folding with anti-dazzle |
Front and rear bumper system with replaceable deformation elements | Green tinted heat protection glazing |
Heated windscreen washer jets | High beam assistant |
High gloss black shadow line roof rails | High gloss shadowline exterior trim in decorative moulding side frame/recess cover/guide rail/B, C pillars/mirror frame and triangle with mirror base |
High level 3rd brake light incorporating LED Technology | LED tail lights |
Lightweight engineering | M competition bodystyling |
M Double slat kidney grilles in High Gloss Black with black slats | M Exhaust tailpipes - Quad, round, split left and right with high gloss black finisher 100mm |
M Sport exhaust system | Rain sensor including auto headlights activation |
Rear wiper | Shark fin antenna |
Visible VIN plate | Welcome lighting |
Windscreen wipers with adjustable interval |
Interior Features
12V power socket in front centre console | 3 zone automatic air conditioning |
Ambient lighting | Anthracite headlining |
Driver and front passenger lumbar support | Floor mats in velour - Front and rear colour co-ordinated with all standard carpet colours and front with M stripes |
Foldable boot floor with storage compartment | Four grab handles integrated in roof lining |
Front and rear bottle holders integrated into door trim storage compartments | Front and rear side armrests integrated into door trim |
Front centre armrest with storage compartment | Front cupholders x 2 |
Front head restraints | Front M seats with illuminated M logo in headrests |
High gloss black front door sill finishers with X3 M competition designation | Interior lighting - front centre over interior mirror with soft light, rear centre, footwell light+ Auto activation when door open/ignition switch off |
Luggage compartment lighting | M Gear knob |
M leather steering wheel | Parcel shelf removeable and storable under boot floor |
Reach and rake adjustable steering column | Rear seat centre armrest with two cupholders |
Storage compartment in rear centre console, front and rear door trims and under luggage compartment | Sunvisors with vanity mirrors and ticket pocket |
Three rear headrests | Through loading system with 40/20/40 split folding rear seat |
Toolkit located in luggage compartment |
Packs
Connected package professional - X3 M/X4 M |
Passive Safety
ADB - Automatic Differential Brake | Airbags - Front driver/passenger, front and rear curtain head protection, front side, manual deactivation of front passenger airbag |
Anti lock braking system (ABS) with brake assist | Automatic Stability Control (ASC) |
Battery safety cut-off | BMW emergency call |
Brake drying | Brake energy regeneration |
Braking pre-tensioning | Child proof locking system in rear door |
Child seat ISOFIX attachment rear outer seats | Cornering brake control (CBC) |
Crash Sensor - activation of airbags | Crash Sensor - activation of central locking release, hazard warning light and interior lighting |
Deactivation of fuel pump in the event of a crash | Dynamic brake control |
Dynamic safety | Dynamic stability control + (DSC+) |
Dynamic Traction Control - DTC | Electromechanical parking brake |
Hill descent control | Hill start assist |
Passive protection for pedestrians | Seatbelt security check for front seats |
Side impact protection | Three point seatbelts to all seats with front and outer rear pyrotechnic belt tensioners and seat belt force limiters |
Twin horns | Tyre pressure monitoring system |
Ventilated front and rear disc brakes | Warning triangle and first aid kit |
Security
Alarm system (Thatcham 1) with remote control and electronic engine immobiliser | Central locking switch for all doors, fuel filler cap and luggage compartment |
Remote control with 2 integrated key with M specific design - 1 button open/close all lockable, windows + separate button for open luggage compartment | Start/stop button with Comfort Go keyless engine start and auto Start/stop deactivation button |
Trim
Black Sensatec instrument panel with grey contrasting seam | Sensatec dashboard |
Wheels
21" V spoke M light alloy wheels in bicolour black with mixed tyres - style 765M |
Technical specification
Emissions - ICE
CO2 (g/km) | 239 | Standard Euro Emissions | EURO 6 |
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WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb | 261 | WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH | 265 |
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL | 261 | WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High | 245 |
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High | 213 | WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low | 445 |
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium | 241 |
Engine and Drive Train
Camshaft | DOHC | Catalytic Convertor | True |
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CC | 2993 | Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
Cylinder Layout | IN-LINE | Cylinders | 6 |
Cylinders - Bore (mm) | 84 | Cylinders - Stroke (mm) | 90 |
Engine Code | S58B30T0 | Engine Layout | NORTH SOUTH |
Fuel Delivery | TURBO DIRECT INJECTION | Gears | 8 SPEED |
Number of Valves | 24 | Transmission | SEMI-AUTO |
Fuel Consumption - ICE
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb | 11.4 | WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH | 11.6 |
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WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL | 11.4 | WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High | 10.7 |
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High | 9.3 | WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low | 19.5 |
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium | 10.5 | WLTP - MPG - Comb | 24.8 |
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH | 24.4 | WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL | 24.8 |
WLTP - MPG - Extra High | 26.4 | WLTP - MPG - High | 30.4 |
WLTP - MPG - Low | 14.5 | WLTP - MPG - Medium | 26.9 |
General
Badge Engine CC | 3.0 | Badge Power | 510 |
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Coin Series | X3 M Competition | Generation Mark | 3 |
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07 | 46E | Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years | 6 |
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years | 3 | Service Interval Frequency - Months | 24 |
Service Interval Mileage | 15500 | Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage | 999999 |
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years | 3 | Vehicle Homologation Class | M1 |
Performance
0 to 62 mph (secs) | 4.1 | Engine Power - BHP | 510 |
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Engine Power - KW | 375 | Engine Power - PS | True |
Engine Power - RPM | 6250 | Engine Torque - LBS.FT | 443 |
Engine Torque - MKG | 61.2 | Engine Torque - NM | 600 |
Engine Torque - RPM | 2700 | Top Speed | 155 |
Test Cycles
Emissions Test Cycle | WLTP | RDE Certification Level | RDE 2 |
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Tyres
Alloys? | True | Tyre Size Front | 255/40 R21 |
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Tyre Size Rear | 265/40 R21 | Tyre Size Spare | TYRE REPAIR KIT |
Wheel Style | V SPOKE STYLE 765 | Wheel Type | 21" ALLOY |
Vehicle Dimensions
Height | 1669 | Length | 4726 |
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Wheelbase | 2864 | Width | 1897 |
Width (including mirrors) | 2138 |
Weight and Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 65 | Gross Vehicle Weight | 2500 |
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Luggage Capacity (Seats Down) | 1600 | Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | 550 |
Max. Loading Weight | 505 | Max. Roof Load | 100 |
Max. Towing Weight - Braked | 2400 | Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked | 750 |
Minimum Kerbweight | 1995 | No. of Seats | 5 |
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb | 12.6 |
Independent review
Review courtesy of Car and Driving
BMW X3 [G01]
By Jonathan Crouch
Introduction
BMW's third generation 'G01'-series X3 was a premium mid-sized SUV that in this form got plusher, more spacious and more powerfully efficient compared to its predecessor, stacking up impressively against prestigiously-badged period alternatives from Audi, Mercedes, Jaguar and Volvo in this sector. Like its rivals, dynamically targeted almost exclusively towards on-road use, it was another example of just how car-like a model of this kind could be.
History
You wouldn't would you? Dramatically change a car that's already a best seller. So this third generation BMW X3, the Munich maker's entrant in the ever-growing premium mid-sized SUV segment back in 2017, very much emphasised evolution over revolution when it came to the alterations made. We'd had the major changes with the previous generation MK2 'F25'-series version back in 2010, when BMW transformed the awkward first generation 'E83'-series X3 model onto a proper smart-suited mid-sized SUV fully up to the task of taking on classy rivals from Audi and Mercedes. That previous MK1 design, originally launched in 2003, had been one of the company's poorer efforts, essentially a re-bodied 3 Series Touring that looked ugly, felt cheap, rode poorly and only sold a lot because it didn't have much competition. What buyers really wanted an X3 to be was a slightly shrunken version of the company's luxury X5, so that's what the Bavarians tried to provide with the second generation 'F25' series version of this car, production for which was moved to the X5's US plant in Spartenburg, South Carolina. The same American factory built this replacement 'G01'-series X3 model too, like all X-range models designated by BMW as an 'SAV' (or 'Sports Activity Vehicle') to try and differentiate it from less dynamic SUV rivals. As you can see from the styling, presided over by Australian Calvin Luk, it was moved a touch up-market. Necessarily so, to leave a little more breathing space for the two other only slightly more compact X-series models that by 2017 had been slotted in to sell beneath it, the second generation X1 and that car's sporty derivative, the X2. True, the size of this model was much the same as it was before, but under the skin, things were much changed, the previous 3 Series-derived architecture here replaced by a more sophisticated design that shared its technology with the more luxury-orientated 5 Series model. As part of that, buyers got a whole new level of safety provision and media connectivity, plus cabin quality took a big leap forward too. When buyers wanted an agile driving experience, weight reductions and improvements to the chassis promised to provide it. When they didn't, the company's autonomous driving tech was supposed to allow you to relax and settle back. There were also properly potent 'M Performance' flagship variants for the first time too. This 'G01'-series third generation X3 was subtly updated in mid-2021, but it's the earlier 2017-2021-era versions of it we look at here.
What You Get
Though the exterior dimensions here were hardly changed over those of the previous 'F25'-series MK2 model, this third generation 'G01'-series X3 has significantly more road presence than its predecessor. Predictably, it shares many aesthetic cues with the second generation version of its smaller X1 showroom stablemate - which is not surprising since both models were the work of the same stylist, Australian designer Calvin Luk. Of course as usual, what's more important is what you can't see, primarily the fact that the under-skin architecture, which in previous X3s was based on a 3 Series, here drew from more up-market 5 Series-derived technology. There's a reason this car feels more sophisticated, both on the road and in the cabin. Inside, you're seated in the pleasingly commanding position you'll want if you've switched into an X-series model from either a 3 or a 5 Series. And for the first time in an X3, MK3 model buyers were treated to a properly premium experience behind the wheel. We mentioned the new-found close relationship this third generation model now has with BMW's 5 Series model. Well inside, you really feel that, perhaps most notably with the use this X3 makes of the cutting-edge Media Connectivity systems from that car. Most notably, that means the 10.25-inch 'Professional MultiMedia' centre screen infotainment set-up, which is either standard or optional, depending on the variant you've chosen. Base models get conventional gauges, but as an option, original buyers could replace these with virtual dials that came as part of the TFT 'Digital Cockpit' screen fitted as standard on the top M40i variant. 'M Sport'-trimmed derivatives got a compromise semi-digital cockpit arrangement. And in the back? Well here, a six-footer will be able to sit comfortably behind a driver of similar size, which is about as much as you can ask of a mid-sized SUV of this sort. There was seat backrest-reclining functionality, but original buyers had to pay extra for it so it might not feature on the model you're looking at. Once the powered hatch rises, you're provided with 550-litres of capacity. Need more room? If you've got the reclining back seat, this process is neatly activated by cargo sidewall latches and when they've been pulled, a 1,600-litre cargo area is revealed.
What to Look For
Our owner survey revealed many satisfied users of this 'G01'-series X3 model, but inevitably, there were a few issues reported. The four-cylinder 2.0-litre petrol engine of the xDrive 20i has proved to be pretty strong but we've come across some problems with it such as coolant leaks and gasket failures. It's also used as part of the xDrive 30e Plug-in Hybrid powertrain and with that, we've come across occasional sensor module failures. Some X3 PHEV owners have also had issues with charging and one even had a problem with the car's central computer. The six cylinder petrol engine in the M40i is also pretty reliable, but we have come across issues with coolant and oil loss, failing gaskets and VANOS solenoid failure. With the diesels, the main thing we'd check for is for diesel particulate filter problems for diesel cars which haven't ventured onto the highway very frequently. The DPF has to be up to temperature before it can regenerate. Obviously, a fully-stamped service history is vital. This car uses complex engines and only regular and appropriate maintenance will see them go the distance. Otherwise, it's just the usual things. Insist on a fully stamped-up service record and check the alloys for scratches and scuffs.
Replacement Parts
[based on a 2018 model X3 xDrive20d ex-vat] Parts prices for an X3 model from this period can be reasonable if you shop around. We trawled around the internet and found these: An oil filter is in the £9 bracket. An air filter is around £20. Front brake discs cost in the £200 bracket; rear discs are in the £122 bracket. A set of front brake pads is around £29-£70; rear pads are around £32-£44. A fuel filter is in the £35 bracket; an alternator is around £352; wiper blades are around £11-£25.
On the Road
This MK3 model X3 was tasked with serving up a more rewarding driving experience than its predecessor. Hence the changes made here - a greater rearward bias for the xDrive 4WD system, a small but significant 55kg overall weight saving and the addition to the line-up of the first ever X3 'M Performance' models, the M40i, a straight-six 360bhp petrol powerhouse that goes Porsche Macan-hunting at the top of the range. Shortly afterwards, that variant was joined by another straight six 3.0-litre M Performance model, the M40d diesel. For most used buyers though, the focus will be on more mainstream models, all of which in 'G01'-series form got xDrive 4WD and a silky smooth 8-speed automatic gearbox. There are two four cylinder derivatives, a 184bhp petrol xDrive 20i model that hardly anyone will want and a 190bhp xDrive20d diesel derivative that the vast majority of X3 buyers tend to choose. The latter variant is capable of 56.5mpg on the combined cycle and 132g/km of CO2. The other option is the six cylinder 3.0-litre xDrive30d diesel, which we think, hits a very appealing power, performance and efficiency sweet spot in the range if you can stretch to it. Whatever your choice of variant, you should feel that the roadgoing experience served up by the X3 is a slight cut above its most direct competitors from this era, if you're one of those people who likes to drive. There's a superior compromise between agility and ride quality, an engaging rearward bias to the xDrive 4WD system and more precise steering than you'd normally expect from a car of this kind. Plus you get BMW's usual 'DPC' 'Drive Performance Control' system allowing you to change steering, throttle and gearchange timings via selectable settings.
Overall
BMW has had a lot to do with the rise in popularity of mid-sized premium SUVs since the X3 was first launched, pioneering this segment back in 2003. Rivals have grabbed the headlines since, but with this third generation model, the Bavarians set out to redefine what a car of this kind should be. In many ways, this early 'G01'-series version of the MK3 model did just that. Yes it's true that it didn't offer much that was radically different to what we'd previously seen before in this class, but everything it did do was so complete and polished that from launch, it was hard not to admire the end result. There's certainly no doubt that it was an immeasurable improvement over the MK2 version in every possible way - and still feels that way even now. It looks more up-market, it rides impressively and, thank goodness, on-tarmac, it drives just as a BMW of this kind should. That's important because the previous generation version didn't really differentiate itself very much from obvious rivals in this regard. Probably more significant though, is that in this form, the X3 gained a luxury demeanour it had lacked before, both in terms of its streetside presence and its classy cabin. In this form, it really is the junior X5 we were always promised and quite a number of owners of that larger model might well be tempted to downsize into this one. A vehicle this good ought to speak for itself. Try one and we think you'll find that it does.
- Performance
- 80%
- Handling
- 80%
- Comfort
- 80%
- Space
- 80%
- Styling
- 80%
- Build
- 80%
- Value
- 80%
- Equipment
- 80%
- Economy
- 90%
- Depreciation
- 80%
- Insurance
- 70%
* Depending on the age of the vehicle, MPG and CO2 may be quoted using either NEDC or WLTP testing standards. Find out more
Figures are provided for comparison purposes. Fuel consumption under real world driving conditions and the CO2 produced will depend upon a number of factors, including any accessories fitted after registration, variations in driving styles, weather conditions and vehicle load.
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47 monthly payments of | £731.85 |
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Deposit | £249 |
Total amount payable | £59,418.95 |
Fixed interest rate | 4.6% |
Representative APR | 8.9% |
Cash price | £46,998 |
Credit amount | £46,749 |
Annual mileage | 8000 |
Contract mileage | 32,000 |
Excess mileage charge | 22.0p per mile |
Completion fee | £1 |
Optional final payment | £24,772 |
Term (months) | 48 |
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