8.5
2025 BMW X3 review
The fourth-generation X3 brings a higher-tech interior coupled with more electrified powertrains. The classic formula remains unaltered.
![[object Object] profile picture](https://c-images.carexpert.com.au/upload/q_auto:best/f_auto/c_scale,w_1600/v1/authors/cm3xy05qh00016i2obq4hcacn.jpg)
Jack Quick
BMW X3 vs Honda ZR-V Comparison
BMW X3
Deal Available!
Honda ZR-V
Deal Available!
2025 BMW
X3
vs
2025 Honda
ZR-V
Select Variants...
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.5 and 8.8.
0.0
8.5
8.0
0.0
Based on the BMW X3 M50 xDRIVE
Based on the Honda ZR-V e:HEV LX
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
50L - 68L
80 to 728 km
57L
285 to 422 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
8 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$83,100 - $178,000
$35,803 - $52,638
Save with CarExpert
CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Mild-hybrid engines are silky smooth
- M50 xDrive is an absolute weapon
- Flashy interior tech
Misses
- Some hard finishes grate for the price tag
- Fiddly air vent setup
- No diesel options available for now
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Engaging driving dynamics
- Cheap servicing costs
- Premium cabin materials
Misses
- Swoopy styling compromises boot space
- Expensive in hybrid form
- Hybrid loses spare wheel
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X3 is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on the variant.
- Alpine White
- M Carbon Black
- Black Sapphire
- Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect
- Mineral White (not available on M40i)
- Phytonic Blue
- M Brooklyn Grey
- M Sao Paulo Yellow (M Competition only)
- M Marina Bay Blue (M Competition only)
- M Toronto Red (M Competition only)
The following colours are available:
- Platinum White metallic
- Platinum Grey metallic
- Crystal Black metallic (excludes VTi X)
- Premium Crystal Blue metallic (excludes VTi X)
- Premium Crystal Garnet metallic
![[object Object] profile picture](https://c-images.carexpert.com.au/upload/q_auto:best/f_auto/c_scale,w_1600/v1/authors/cm3xxxs4v00006i2o2hapflqz.jpg)
People Typically Compare to
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1995 - 2998 | 1498 - 1993 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 6, 4 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW - 375kW | 131kW - 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4000 - 6250 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 300Nm - 650Nm | 240Nm - 315Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2600 | 1700 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 90 | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
