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Used 2018 BMW X3 SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 BMW X3 is a five-passenger crossover sold in two trims, each with its own distinct powertrain. Under the hood of the xDrive30i is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (248 horsepower, 258 pound-feet of torque) paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Standard exterior features include 18-inch wheels, LED headlights and foglights, automatic wipers, roof rails, a power tailgate, a rearview camera, and power-folding, auto-dimming and heated mirrors.

Inside, you'll find an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with wheel-mounted shift paddles, keyless ignition, adjustable driving modes, tri-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front sport seats, a 40/20/40-split rear seat with individual seat recline, simulated leather upholstery, driver-seat memory settings, a 6.5-inch central display, BMW's iDrive infotainment interface, a USB port and a 12-speaker audio system.

There are multiple options packages available for the xDrive30i. The Convenience package adds LED headlights, keyless entry, a panoramic sunroof, satellite radio and four-way power lumbar adjustment for the front seats. The M Sport package adds the contents of the Convenience package, plus 19-inch wheels, more aggressive-looking front and rear bumpers, a sport steering wheel and a simulated leather-covered dashboard. Selecting either of these opens the gates to the Dynamic Handling package, which includes adaptive suspension dampers, upgraded brakes and variable-ratio steering.

The M40i is driven by a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine producing 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. Additional features includes adaptive LED headlights, automatic high beams, a sport exhaust, a sport-tuned suspension, front and rear parking sensors, a launch control feature and the contents of the above three packages.

A number of packages can be added to either model. Driver aids are available through the Driving Assistance (forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert), Driving Assistance Plus (Driving Assistance package, adaptive cruise control, front cross-traffic, alert and lane departure warning and mitigation) and Parking Assistance (front and rear parking sensors, an automated parking system and a 360-degree parking camera) packages.

Additional luxury features are included in the Premium (19-inch wheels, heated front seats, navigation, a 10.3-inch touchscreen, a head-up display and BMW Remote Services) and Executive (Premium and Parking Assistance packages, adaptive LED headlights, automatic high beams, leather upholstery, a digital instrument panel and hands-free gesture controls for the touchscreen) packages.

Some of the above features can be ordered as stand-alone options. Additional extras, depending on packages selected, include 20- and 21-inch wheels, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, manual side-window shades, wireless phone charging, Apple CarPlay, a 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and a trailer hitch.

Which X3 trim does Edmunds recommend?

With a stout 248 horsepower on tap, we think most buyers will be satisfied with the acceleration offered by the xDrive30i and its four-cylinder engine. Just note that if you intended to equip your xDrive30i with some of the sport-themed add-ons (namely, the M Sport and Dynamic Handling packages) you'll find it costs nearly the same as the M40i, which includes those two packages plus extra features and the more powerful engine.

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X3 xDrive30i
X3 M40i
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Features

Features

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

Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
United States
Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
248 hp @ 5,200 rpm
355 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
258 lb-ft @ 1,450 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,520 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
3.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
225/60R18
245/50R19
Wheel size
18 X 7.0-in
19 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
20 / 27 / 23 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.2 gal.
17.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
378 / 499 miles
344 / 464 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
39.4 ft.
39.7 ft.
Curb weight
4,156 lb.
4,277 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.0 in.
8.0 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
84.2 in.
84.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.4 in.
74.7 in.
Height
66.0 in.
66.0 in.
Length
185.9 in.
186.1 in.
Wheelbase
112.8 in.
112.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
28.7 cu. ft.
28.7 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
62.7 cu. ft.
62.7 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
41.1 in.
40.0 in.
Front Leg Room
40.3 in.
40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.6 in.
57.6 in.
Rear Head Room
39.1 in.
38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.4 in.
36.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
56.0 in.
56.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Maintenance
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Canberra Beige/Black SensaTec, leatherette
Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Canberra Beige/Black Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Mocha Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Oyster Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Cognac Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Black Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Canberra Beige/Black SensaTec, leatherette
Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Canberra Beige/Black Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Mocha Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Black SensaTec, leatherette
Black Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Oyster Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Cognac Vernasca w/Contrast Stitching and Piping, leather
Exterior
Mineral White Metallic
Terra Brown Metallic
Phytonic Blue Metallic
Dark Graphite Metallic
Dark Olive Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Jet Black
Alpine White
Glacier Silver Metallic
Carbon Black Metallic
Black Sapphire Metallic
Alpine White
Glacier Silver Metallic
Phytonic Blue Metallic
Dark Graphite Metallic