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2024 BMW X3 M SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2024 BMW X3 M is a performance-oriented version of the BMW X3 compact SUV. It has a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine (473 horsepower, 457 lb-ft of torque) paired with an eight-speed M sport automatic transmission and a rear-biased, M-tuned version of BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Additional modifications include M-specific drivetrain, steering, braking, suspension and exhaust system upgrades.

X3 M
The X3 M's most significant standard features include:

  • 20-inch wheels with performance tires
  • Electronically controlled limited-slip center and rear differentials
  • Adaptive LED headlights with automatic high-beam operation
  • Power liftgate
  • Hands-free keyless entry
  • Digital instrument panel
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Carbon-fiber interior trim
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • Heated, power-adjustable front sport seats
  • Leather upholstery

BMW equips the X3 M with an iDrive 7 infotainment system. It includes:

  • 12.3-inch touchscreen display
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
  • Satellite radio
  • Navigation system
  • Natural voice recognition system
  • Connected services including access to a Wi-Fi hotspot
  • Harman Kardon premium audio system

The X3 M also includes several driver assist systems, such as:

  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the X3 and the car in front)
  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Blind-spot warning (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind or in front of the vehicle when parking)

BMW offers three option packages for the X3 M:

  • Competition package
    • More powerful engine (503 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque)
    • M Sport exhaust system
    • 21-inch wheels
    • Black-painted exterior trim
    • Premium leather upholstery and upgraded sport seats
  • Driving Assistance Professional package
    • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the X3 M and the car in front)
    • Lane keeping assistance (steers the X3 M back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
    • Evasive steering assistance (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
    • Emergency stop assistance (brings the X3 M to a safe stop if the driver becomes unresponsive)
    • Extended traffic jam assistant (provides partially automated hands-free driving up to 40 mph on certain roads)
  • Executive package
    • Panoramic sunroof
    • Heated steering wheel
    • Heated rear seats
    • Rear side window shades
    • Gesture control (allows you to control certain aspects of the infotainment system by gesturing in the air)
    • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)
    • Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with no driver intervention)

Additional options for the X3 M include:

  • Remote engine start
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Wireless smartphone charging
  • Drive Recorder (records up to 40 seconds of your drive for playback or export to a device, and can automatically capture images in the event of a collision)
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • M Sport seats

Which X3 M trim does Edmunds recommend?

The X3 M comes in a single well-equipped trim. Because the X3 M is already a rocket ship, we don't think the high cost of the Competition package is worth it for most buyers. Save some money and add the Driving Assistance Professional package and the Executive package, which bring more value in our view.

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Comparing average pricing near
Fernandina Beach, FL
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X3 M Base
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Features

Bluetooth
standard
Navigation
standard
Satellite radio
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
Cruise control
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Parking assistance
standard
Upholstery
leather
Heated seats
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
Sunroof
optional
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Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
Drivetrain
all wheel drive
Engine power
473 hp @ 6,250 rpm
Engine torque
457 lb-ft @ 2,750 rpm
Engine displacement
3.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
255/45R20 (FRONT) 265/45R20 (REAR)
Wheel size
20 X 9.0-in (Front) 20 X 10.0-in (Rear)
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
15 / 20 / 17 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
258 / 344 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Turning circle
41.4 ft.
Curb weight
4,610 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.1 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
84.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.7 in.
Height
65.7 in.
Length
186.0 in.
Wheelbase
112.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
28.7 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
62.7 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
41.1 in.
Front Leg Room
40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.6 in.
Rear Head Room
38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
56.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$104,217
Average Cost Per Mile
$1.39
Depreciation
$49,460
Financing
$15,802
Taxes & Fees
$6,201
Fuel
$18,309
Insurance
$4,183
Maintenance
$7,552
Repairs
$2,710
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Colors

Interior
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Adelaide Grey/Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Black/Black Merino w/Midrand Beige Contrast Stitching, premium leather/alcantara
Black Vernasca, leather
Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather
Sakhir Orange/Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Exterior
Toronto Red Metallic
Marina Bay Blue Metallic
Sao Paulo Yellow
Alpine White
Dark Graphite Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Brooklyn Grey Metallic