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2022 (22) BMW X3 M xDrive X3 M Competition 5dr Step Auto

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Featured specification

Standard specification

Driver Convenience

Active GuardAttentiveness assist
Auto start-stopAutomatic tailgate operation
BMW ConnectedDrive online servicesBMW gesture control
BMW Live Cockpit Professional Nav with 12.3" instrument display + 12.3" control display, Intelligent Voice Assist, BMW OS 7, HDD, 2USB, 4G LTE connectBMW service history
BMW TeleservicesBrake pad wear indicator in front and rear
Check Control warning system for monitoring of lights and door/luggage compartment open warningCondition based service
Cruise control with brake function + speed limiterElectronic Power Steering (EPS)
Enhanced bluetooth with wireless chargingFront/rear park distance control (PDC)
Head up DisplayiDrive Controller with 8 favourite buttons
Integrated owner's handbookLanguage version English
Lights on warning by audio warning signal when ignition is switched offM drive buttons
Oil sensor for level and grade, warning by check control systemOn 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 selectableRun flat indicator
Shifting point displayVariable sport steering
Wifi hotspot preparation 

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Activation of safety battery terminal clampAdaptive M suspension
Double joint spring strut front axleDriving experience modes - Comfort,ECO PRO,Sport and Sport+ mode
Eight speed M Steptronic sport transmission with drivelogic and gearshift paddle switches on steering wheelElectronic differential lock
EU6 emissions managementIncorrect fuelling protection
M Sport differentialPerformance Control

Entertainment

2x USB Type C ports in front centre console for charging and data transferDAB tuner
Electronic service bookletHarman Kardon loudspeaker system

Exterior Features

Acoustic glazingAuto dimming with folding wing mirrors
Automatic headlight beam throw control with load dependent regulating reaction, dynamic compensation of braking dive and acceleration squatBlack finish on B pillars
Body colour door handlesBody colour front and rear bumpers
Body colour spoilerDirection indicator, side repeaters, integrated in exterior mirrors
Dynamic brake lightsElectric front and rear windows with fingertip open/close + anti-trap facility and comfort closing function
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrorsFollow me home headlight function
Front and rear bumper system with replaceable deformation elementsGreen tinted heat protection glazing
Heated rear windowHeated windscreen washer jets
High beam assistantHigh 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 baseHigh level 3rd brake light incorporating LED Technology
Interior rear view electrochromatic mirror with automatic anti dazzle functionLED tail lights
Lightweight engineeringM competition bodystyling
M door entry sillsM 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 100mmM Sport exhaust system
Model inscription logo on right tailgateRain sensor including auto headlights activation
Rear side wing doorsRear wiper
Reversing lightsShark fin antenna
Sun protection glassVisible VIN plate
Welcome lightingWindscreen wipers with adjustable interval

Interior Features

12V power socket in luggage compartment and front centre console2 USB ports for charging in rear of centre console
3 zone automatic air conditioning40/20/40 split folding rear seats with backrest
Anthracite headliningBattery in luggage compartment
Electric seat adjustment with memoryFloor mats in velour - Front and rear colour co-ordinated with all standard carpet colours and front with M stripes
Foldable boot floor with storage compartmentFour grab handles integrated in roof lining
Four-way electrically adjustable front lumbar supportFront and rear bottle holders integrated into door trim storage compartments
Front and rear side armrests integrated into door trimFront centre armrest with storage compartment
Front cupholders x 2Front head restraints
Front M sport seats with electrically adjustable headrests and illuminated M logo in headrestsGlove compartment with illumination
Heated front and rear seatsHigh gloss black front door sill finishers with X3 M competition designation
Luggage compartment lightingM Gear knob
M sport leather steering wheelMicrofilter and active carbon filter
Multifunction steering wheelParcel shelf removeable and storable under boot floor
Reach and rake adjustable steering columnRear seat centre armrest with two cupholders
Seat backrest adjustment for rear seatSingle front passenger seat
Steering wheel heatingStorage compartment in rear centre console, front and rear door trims and under luggage compartment
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors and ticket pocketThree rear headrests
Through loading system with 40/20/40 split folding rear seatToolkit located in luggage compartment

Packs

Ambient light pack - X3/X4 MConnected package professional - X3 M/X4 M
Extended storage pack with Stainless steel door sills- X3 MInterior and exterior pack - X3/X4 M
Interior lighting pack -X3/X4 M 

Passive Safety

Active protectionADB - Automatic Differential Brake
Airbags - Front driver/passenger, front and rear curtain head protection, front side, manual deactivation of front passenger airbagAnti lock braking system (ABS) with brake assist
Automatic Stability Control (ASC)BMW emergency call
Brake dryingBrake energy regeneration
Braking pre-tensioningChild proof locking system in rear door
Child seat ISOFIX attachment rear outer seatsCompound structure brake discs
Cornering brake control (CBC)Crash Sensor - activation of airbags
Crash Sensor - activation of central locking release, hazard warning light and interior lightingDeactivation of fuel pump in the event of a crash
Driver and front passenger with seat occupancy detection for driver's and passenger sideDynamic brake control
Dynamic stability control + (DSC+)Dynamic Traction Control - DTC
Electromechanical parking brake including automatic hold function and automatic release of the parking brake when driving offHill descent control
Hill start assistPassive protection for pedestrians
Side impact protectionThree point seatbelts to all seats with front and outer rear pyrotechnic belt tensioners and seat belt force limiters
Twin hornsTyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit 

Security

Alarm systemCentral locking switch for all doors, fuel filler cap and luggage compartment
Comfort access system without smart opener includes touch free opening bootlid and door handle illuminationElectronic engine immobiliser
Remote control with 2 integrated key with M specific design - 1 button open/close all lockable, windows + separate button for open luggage compartmentStart/stop button with keyless motor start with acoustic drive feedback and stop/stop button in blue

Trim

Carbon fibre interior trim finishersSensatec dashboard in black with contrasting seam in grey and upper door trim panels in Sensatec for front and rear doors

Wheels

Tyre repair kit
The vehicle information above was correct at time of manufacture. Please speak to the dealership for full current specification.

Technical specification

Electric Vehicle Data

Maximum Charging Rate - kW130 

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro EmissionsEURO 6WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb247
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH250WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL247
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High238WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High209
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low359WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium245

Engine and Drive Train

CamshaftDOHCCatalytic ConvertorTrue
CC2993Compression Ratio9.3:1
Cylinder LayoutIN-LINECylinders6
Cylinders - Bore (mm)84Cylinders - Stroke (mm)90
Engine CodeS58B30T0Engine LayoutNORTH SOUTH
Fuel DeliveryTURBO DIRECT INJECTIONGears8 SPEED
Number of Valves24TransmissionSEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb10.8WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH11
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL10.8WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High10.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High9.2WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low15.8
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium10.8WLTP - MPG - Comb26.2
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH25.7WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL26.2
WLTP - MPG - Extra High27.2WLTP - MPG - High30.7
WLTP - MPG - Low17.9WLTP - MPG - Medium26.2

General

Badge Engine CC3.0Badge Power510
Coin SeriesX3 M CompetitionGeneration Mark3
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 0745EManufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years6
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years3NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %93
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %84NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 095
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %70NCAP Safety Assist %58
Service Interval Frequency - Months24Service Interval Mileage18000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage999999Standard manufacturers warranty - Years3
Vehicle Homologation ClassM1 

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)3.8Engine Power - BHP510
Engine Power - KW375Engine Power - PSTrue
Engine Power - RPM6250Engine Torque - LBS.FT479
Engine Torque - MKG66.3Engine Torque - NM650
Engine Torque - RPM2750Top Speed155

Test Cycles

Emissions Test CycleWLTPRDE Certification LevelRDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?TrueTyre Size Front255/40 R21
Tyre Size Rear265/40 R21Tyre Size SpareTYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel StyleDOUBLE SPOKE STYLE 892Wheel Type21" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height1669Length4716
Wheelbase2864Width1897
Width (including mirrors)2138 

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)65Gross Vehicle Weight2500
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)1600Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)550
Max. Loading Weight490Max. Roof Load100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked2400Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked750
Minimum Kerbweight2010No. of Seats5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb12.6
The vehicle information above was correct at time of manufacture. Please speak to the dealership for full current specification.

Independent review

Review courtesy of Car and Driving

BMW X3 [G01]

By Jonathan Crouch

Introduction

BMW's third generation G01-era X3 is a premium mid-sized SUV that was originally launched in 2017, but here, we're looking at the updated version of this design which arrived in 2021. This facelift version was a slightly smarter and more sophisticated choice than the car it replaced, stacking up impressively against prestigiously-badged alternatives from Audi, Mercedes, Jaguar and Volvo in this sector. Like its rivals, dynamically targeted almost exclusively towards on-road use, it's another example of just how car-like a model of this kind can be.

History

This 'G01'-series X3 design was originally launched at the end of 2017, like its predecessor built at BMW's US plant in Spartenburg, South Carolina and styled by Australian Calvin Luk. With this revised model announced in 2021, cabin quality took a big leap forward. And there was also a properly potent 'M Competition' petrol flagship variant for the first time equipped to take the fight to road-burning rivals like the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+. Which was just one of a wide range of powerplants for this model line that included both PHEV and all-electric options. It's all a long way from the origins of this model line, an 'E83'-series MK1 design launched in 2003 basically a re-bodied 3 Series Touring estate. The second generation 'F25'-series X3 launched in 2010 was a lot better, positioned by BMW as an 'SAV' (or 'Sports Activity Vehicle') to try and differentiate it from less dynamic SUV rivals. That car gained a coupe-like X4 derivative in 2014 - as this replacement X3 did too. This updated MK3 X3 sold until the fourth generation G45-era MK4 design arrived in mid-2024.

What You Get

The look of this third generation X3 in this updated post-2021 form became cleaner and smarter. Nothing dramatic was done to the familiar shape, originally penned by Australian designer Calvin Luk. But the facelift tidied up some fussy detailing and gave the car a slightly more premium look. In profile, the proportions will be familiar to previous X3 buyers, with a long bonnet and the short front overhang emphasising this BMW's classic 50:50 weight distribution between front and rear axles. Take a seat at the wheel and if you remember the original version of this G01 MK3 design, it may feel as if this X3 has gone up half a class. Gone are the analogue instrument dials and rather restricted infotainment screen size of that original MK3 model. And the sports seats were enhanced with classier leather upholstery, which will be either of the man-made Sensatec sort or of the real Vernasca kind, depending on the trim level you've selected. You might notice a few of the little detail changes too, like the move of the start button to a place down by the gearstick: evidently, that's a mark of 'premium-ness'. As before, 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. The 'Live Cockpit Professional' twin screen set-up isn't quite as cutting edge as the 'Operating System 8' curved screen arrangement that by 2021 BMW was offering in the X1, but it still feels suitably high end, with wondrous graphics and thoughtful functionality. In the back, 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. Once the powered tailgate rises, you're provided with 550-litres of capacity in the standard mild hybrid models. Need more room? If you've an X3 whose original owner paid extra for the reclining back seat, this process is neatly activated by cargo sidewall latches and once 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

(approx prices based on a 2021 M40d ex VAT -autodoc.co.uk) An air filter costs in the £8 to £18 bracket. An oil filter costs around £6-£56. Fuel filter prices vary widely - you can pay from £3 upwards, depending on brand. Cabin filters sit mainly in the £8-£55 bracket. Front brake pads sit in the £39-£72 bracket for a set; for rears, it's around £18-£72. Brake discs can be very expensive; fronts from £88-£214; rear discs tended to be in the £49-£196 bracket.

On the Road

You might think that sandwiched between the X1 and the X5, the X3 wouldn't have to spread its talents too broadly, but such is the span of rivals of this size that this improved version of the third generation X3 needed to cater for quite different customer expectations in the mid-sized luxury SUV segment. If those expectations extend towards a dynamic driving experience, then this X3 comes well prepared. With ideal 50:50 weight distribution, a finely honed chassis and standard xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive, linked to Dynamic Stability Control, this SUV proudly shows off the handling characteristics for which the Munich maker is renowned. By this point in its life cycle, this third generation X3 had gained quite a lot in terms of powertrain development. First, a petrol Plug-in Hybrid xDrive30e model had been added to the line-up and proved popular with its flexible 252hp 2.0-litre four cylinder powerplant and 34 mile electric driving range. Then, in 2020, the all-electric iX3 had arrived, rear-driven with a 286hp electric motor powered by an 80kWh battery giving a 285 mile driving range. Both those variants benefitted from this package of updates. And as part of this facelift, the mainstream combustion models also become electrified, though not quite as much. All the usual petrol and diesel engines available gained the Munich maker's latest 48V mild hybrid tech. This draws on a powerful 48-volt starter generator and an additional battery, both offering more possibilities for brake energy regeneration. The energy harvested by the system when braking or cruising is stored in a 48-volt battery and can be used to generate drive power. What's more, the 48-volt starter generator can also create an electric boost of 11hp during hard acceleration, which is particularly helpful for overtaking. Apart from this embellishment though, the mainstream engine menu has a familiar look to it. Most buyers will choose a diesel, probably the 190hp 2.0-litre xDrive 20d variant but there's also a 286hp straight-six xDrive30d diesel derivative. For petrol people, there's an entry-level xDrive 20i version with 184hp, plus there are two straight six 3.0-litre 'M Performance' models: the 360hp X3 M40i petrol variant, which most directly takes on the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43. And the 340hp M40d diesel version of the same car - which targets Audi's SQ5. Plus as part of this model update, the Bavarians also added an even faster X3 M Competition six cylinder petrol high performance model to the line-up, with 510hp on tap.

Overall

BMW has had a lot to do with the rise in popularity of mid-sized premium SUVs, having pioneered this segment back in 2003. Rivals have grabbed the headlines since, but with the improved version of this third generation model, the Bavarians were out to redefine what a car of this kind should be. In many ways, this car did just that. Yes it's true that it didn't offer much that was radically different to what we'd seen before in this class, but everything it did do was so complete and polished that it was hard not to admire the end result. Probably the most significant thing about this update is that it gave the X3 a luxury demeanour it had lacked before, both in terms of its streetside presence and its classy cabin. In this form, it really became the junior X5 we had always been promised and quite a number of owners of that larger model might well be tempted to downsize into this one. It's also good enough to drive to ensure that up-sizing 3 Series drivers won't feel short-changed. Of course, no BMW X-model will take you very far off road - and this one certainly can't - but it doesn't deliver that kind of capability because it doesn't need to. In summary, we think that buyers in this sector looking for a premium-badged mid-sized SUV from the 2021-2024 period who can afford the asking price should find that this improved version of the MK3 X3 adds up very nicely indeed. A vehicle this good ought to speak for itself. Try one and we think you'll find that it does.

Performance
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Handling
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Comfort
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Space
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Styling
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Build
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Value
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Equipment
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Economy
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Depreciation
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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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