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BMW X3 2025-2026 (G45)
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- Price
- $49,950–$66,300
- MPG
- 29
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Strength: Strong tech
- Strength: Strong capability
- Watch-out: Poor reliability
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
Bigger, slicker, and more practical than the X3 it replaces; early steering and electronics gripes are the only caution flags so far.
Recalled about twice as often as cars of the same model years (over-the-air software recalls count half); 2 of its 9 recalls were serious. About 17% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Limited history so far, so this score may move as more recalls are filed. Adjusted -2 points for its wider reputation.
4-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 4).
About $2,800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 44% of cars we track.
31.5 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 74% of other SUVs we track.
More rear room and 31.5 cu ft of cargo — near the top of compact luxury SUVs.
The M50's 393-hp six is rapid and the chassis composed; the base 30 xDrive is capable, not playful.
iDrive 9 panoramic display and a current assist suite — top of the compact-luxury class.
A roomier, quieter cabin than the G01; the ride leans firm on big wheels.
Luxury brands like BMW tend to lose value faster than average.
Rated to tow 4,850 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls11 recalls
11 recalls · 2 common complaint areas across 2025–2026
- Electrical — 9 complaints (2025)
- Recall — Steering: linkages: drag: power assist system; steering: steering control module (2026)
- Steering — 8 complaints (2025)
2026
- RecallSteering: linkages: drag: power assist system; steering: steering control module25V857000
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
- RecallSteering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm26V524000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
- Complaint clusterSteering5 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
Steering wheel was uncontrollable and locked when suddenly driver assist turned on automatically. Vehicle was driving on a regular road speed limit of 30-35 miles zone which caused a collision. The steering wheel kept steering the vehicle to the left lane, at one point tires seemed locked, vehicle s
2025
- RecallAirbags: passenger side frontal: cushion24V772000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 xDrive30i and X3 M50i vehicles. The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.
- RecallAirbags: side/window: curtain24V856000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.
- RecallSuspension: front: wheel bearing24V909000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 vehicles. The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.
- RecallElectrical: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables25V109000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.
- RecallElectronic stability control (esc); service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip; service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings25V154000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.
- RecallElectrical: alternator/generator/regulator; electrical system: starter assembly25V202000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator an
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc25V247000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.
- RecallSteering: linkages: drag: power assist system; steering: steering control module25V857000
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
- RecallSteering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm26V524000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
- Complaint clusterElectrical9 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FMVSS 111 is violated when iDrive9 user experience screen elements cover the rear view camera video feed. This occurs when a user HMI interaction occurs while in reverse. The HMI transitions to another window on top of the rear view. The only way to return to rear-view is to exit park assist mode
- Complaint clusterSteering8 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
Vehicle: 2025 BMW X3 30 xDrive | VIN: [XXX] | Dealer: Weatherford BMW of Berkeley | No crash, no injury Complaint narrative: My 2025 BMW X3 30 xDrive (VIN [XXX]) has an open, active safety recall. BMW of North America has confirmed to me in writing (Executive Customer Care case #[XXX], most recent
Cost to own$56,800 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$49,950–$66,300
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,800/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
27
Highway MPG
33
Combined MPG
29
Horsepower
255 hp
Doors
4
Length
187.4 in
Width
75.6 in
Height
65.4 in
Wheelbase
113.0 in
Curb weight
4,535 lb
Cargo volume
31.5 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
67.1 cu ft
Towing capacity
4,850 lbs
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