What is it?
The third generation X3 (G45) landed in Australia in late 2024 on BMW's CLAR architecture with a more upright stance, frameless doors, and a cleaner side profile. xDrive AWD is standard, the cabin runs iDrive 9 on a curved display, and the M50 brings genuine inline six character.
The lineup runs from xDrive20 at $86,100 plus on-roads, through to M50 xDrive at $128,900 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
All new G45 platform brings sharper steering and tighter body control. Mild hybrid across the range, and the M50 delivers proper inline six performance with a 4.6 second 0 to 100 km/h.
Dash de-buttoning is divisive, with climate now buried in the touchscreen. No PHEV or full EV X3 option at launch in Australia.
Should you buy the X3?
Reasons to buy
- All new G45 platform brings sharper steering and tighter body control. Mild hybrid across the range, and the M50 delivers proper inline six performance with a 4.6 second 0 to 100 km/h.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. EV battery: 8 years, 160,000 km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2024), full driver-assist suite.
- 570 L (1,700 L seats down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- Dash de-buttoning is divisive, with climate now buried in the touchscreen. No PHEV or full EV X3 option at launch in Australia.
- You want a PHEV or full EV X3 (iX3 is a separate car), or you want larger boot space than 570 L.
- Options pricing escalates fast. M Sport Pro pack, Visibility Pack and Comfort Pack inflate the bottom line quickly. Lock in your spec before signing.
- Top trim climbs to $128,900 plus on-roads.
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