2023 BMW X3 Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos
What kind of vehicle is the 2023 BMW X3? What does it compare to?
The X3 is a five-seat compact luxury SUV that squares off against the Volvo XC60 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, among many others.
Is the 2023 BMW X3 a good SUV?
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It’s a great choice—and for many shoppers, it may be the best BMW in the automaker’s lineup. Great turbo power, approachable tech, and a spacious cabin are among highlights that help the 2023 X3 earn a TCC Rating of 6.8 out of 10. (Read more about how we rate cars.)
What’s new for the 2023 BMW X3?
After an update last year, the X3 adds standard keyless entry for 2023.
This five-seat crossover SUV saw fresh, more angular lines last year, which include a big kidney grille flanked by chunky headlights. Below, various vents—mostly functional—provide a sporty look, even on more luxurious versions. The X3’s side profile is like a shrunken X5, down to its tall greenhouse.
Inside, the 10.3-inch display can be swapped out for an even bigger 12.3-inch touchscreen on some versions. The basic look and feel is conservative and convenient, though, with few surprises—and plenty of trim colors and options available.
X3s make use of turbo-4 and turbo-6 engines. There’s not a slow one in the bunch, with even the least-powerful X3 sDrive30i zipping to 60 mph in just 6.0 seconds. M cars are quicker yet, with the Competition Pack on the X3 M doing the deed in a fleet 3.9 seconds. Look to the just-right M40i if you’ve already started adding plenty of options to a base model, though. The price gap may not be as extreme as you originally thought.
Hefty steering and a comfy ride mean any X3 is a joy to drive, though.
These crossover SUVs can easily accommodate four in comfort, and the split-folding rear seats grow the cargo area from about 29 cubic feet to nearly 63 cubes.
Excellent crash-test scores combine with standard automatic emergency braking, parking sensors, and blind-spot monitors to land the X3 high on our chart for safety. Additional driver-assistance tech is a costly option, though, and BMW says the ongoing chip shortage may make some combinations impossible to order at various points during the model year.
How much does the 2023 BMW X3 cost?
BMW will build you a base X3 with rear-wheel drive for $46,395, or $2,000 more with all-wheel drive. You’ll get a decent screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and 19-inch wheels, but a sunroof, leather, and additional adjustment for the front seats all cost extra. Budget around $53,000 for one with popular options.
Where is the 2023 BMW X3 made?
In South Carolina.
