The fourth-generation X3 G45 was unveiled on 19 June 2024, with sales commenced in late 2024 for the 2025 model year in the North American and European markets. The X3 G45 is built at both BMW Group
Plant Spartanburg (U.S) and
Plant Rosslyn (South Africa) manufacturing plants, where the plug-in hybrid model of the X3 is manufactured at the latter plant for the first time. Plant Rosslyn is the sole production location for the plug-in hybrid and the 40d xDrive models for global markets, additionally the 20 petrol and 30d diesel models are built in the South Africa plant. The other X3 models, like the 30 petrol, are built in the Plant Spartanburg plant in the U.S.
Exterior File:2025 BMW X3 30 xDrive, rear 3.24.25.jpg|Rear view File:BMW G45 30 DSC 7855.jpg|X3 xDrive 30 front view File:BMW G45 30 DSC 7196.jpg|X3 xDrive 30 rear view File:BMW G45 20 DSC 7119 (cropped).jpg|Kidney grille File:BMW X3 G45 G48 ADAPTIVE LED HEAD LAMP.jpg|Head lamp File:BMW X3 G45 G48 LED TAIL LAMP.jpg|Tail lamp The design team for the X3 G45 was led by Domagoj Dukec and the design of the production model was inspired by the
BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept that was previewed in March 2024. The front fascia features a larger kidney grille which is available with the optional BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting and the inside of the kidney grille features vertically and diagonally arranged bars. The
daytime running lights, side lights and turn signal indicators in the LED headlights are in a L-shaped. For lighting, Adaptive LED Headlights and M Shadowline lights are also available as options. The rear fascia carried over the most of the design elements from the Neue Klasse X concept such as the indented roof spoiler with adjoining side air deflectors, the taillights features a satin horizontal bar and a T-shaped graphic with integral turn signal indicators, and the vertical accents on each side of the bumper. The infotainment system is based on BMW Operating System 9, developed in-house by the BMW Group and is based on an
Android Open Source Project (AOSP) software stack for the first time. The X3 G45 is the first BMW model to combine the iDrive 9 infotainment system and the rotary knob use to operate the infotainment system together. As standard, the X3 features BMW Live Cockpit Plus which uses a cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system, QuickSelect functionality and a 6-speaker audio system with a 100-watt
amplifier. As an option, the X3 is available with BMW Live Cockpit Professional which includes an
augmented view function and BMW
Head-Up display. The BMW Digital Premium is a connected service which features audio streaming apps and the AirConsole gaming platform while the car is stationary. The X3 G45 has a maximum boot space of when the 40:20:40 split folding rear seats are folded down. A powered tailgate comes standard, along with the standard
Comfort Access feature which allows for hands-free opening and closing of the powered tailgate. A
trailer coupling feature which extends and retracts electrically is an available option, and has a maximum permitted trailer load up to depending on the model variant.
Equipment M Sport and M Sport Pro packages are available options. The styling packages has features such as 19-inch M light-alloy wheels, black bars for the BMW kidney grille, M High-gloss Shadowline trim, M-specific side skirts, and a rear apron with integral diffuser element. The latter Pro package adds on a black surround and the Iconic Glow contour lighting for the BMW kidney grille, M Shadowline lights, M Sport brakes with red painted
calipers, and extended M High-gloss Shadowline trim. Standard features includes
5G mobile reception for selected markets,
ambient lighting with the Welcome and Goodbye Animation, automatic dimming mechanism for the driver's side mirror and rear view mirror, BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
voice control system, Comfort Access, a full leather-free interior using Econeer upholstery made from
recyclable materials, heated front seats, powered multi-way adjustments for the front seats, powered folding mechanism for the exterior door mirrors, smartphone integration via
Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto, three-zone automatic climate control, and
wireless charging for compatible smartphones. Optional features includes an
adaptive suspension with electronically controlled dampers, BMW Head-Up Display,
Harman Kardon surround sound system, heated function for the rear seats and steering wheel, M leather steering wheel,
panoramic glass sunroof, powered lumbar support for the front seats, Travel & Comfort System, and Veganza and BMW Individual Merino seat upholsteries. Comfort and Premium packages are also available as options.
Safety The X3 G45 includes standard front collision warning with brake intervention, which comprises systems such as
Collision Warning, Crossroads Warning,
Cruise Control with braking function and
Speed Limit Info, and
Lane Departure Warning with active lane return. The Driving Assistant package also comes as standard which includes Lane Change Warning with active lane return, Rear Collision Prevention, Rear Crossing Traffic Warning with braking function, and manually adjustable Speed Limit Assist. In addition, there is an exit warning function which flags up when cyclists or vehicles are approaching quickly and if any of the side doors are opened. The optional Driving Assistant Plus also available as a BMW ConnectedDrive upgrade, with
driver-assistance features usable at speeds up to , an Assisted Driving View function with a 3D view of the vehicle in real time, and an automatic Speed Limit Assist. The optional Driving Assistant Professional, allows driver-assistance features usable at speeds up to . The Parking Assistant including Reversing Assistant comes standard which includes
Active Park Distance Control with automatic brake inputs, a
Reversing Assist Camera and the Reversing Assistant. The Parking Assistant Plus adds on a
Surround View function with a 360-degree image of the vehicle and a Remote 3D View function. The Parking Assistant Professional features BMW Manoeuvre Assistant and also allows to control parking via the
smartphone app.
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