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BMW X3

The current-generation X3, BMW's mid-size SUV, with all-wheel drive as standard. India gets a 258 PS petrol in M Sport Pro trim or a 197 PS diesel, priced within ₹1.3 lakh of each other. It suits a family that wants more performance and presence than an X1, without the size and cost of an X5.

₹76.90 – 78.20 lakhEx-showroom, October 2026

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Seating: 5
Engine: 1995–1998 cc
Mileage: 14.61 km/l (petrol), 17.86 km/l (diesel)

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At a glance

xDrive all-wheel drive on both versions
258 PS petrol or 197 PS diesel, both with 400 Nm
Petrol is the cheaper version
Claimed 17.86 km/l for the diesel
Eight-speed automatic with 48V electrical system
4,755 mm long with a 2,865 mm wheelbase

Our pick at each price

X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro₹76.90 lakh
The petrol is cheaper, much quicker (6.3 s to 100 km/h) and comes with the M Sport Pro kit. For most owners doing mixed driving, it is the X3 to buy.
X3 xDrive20d M Sport₹78.20 lakh
Pick the diesel if you cover long highway distances: it claims 17.86 km/l against 14.61 km/l for the petrol, for ₹1.3 lakh more.

Rivals

Mercedes-Benz GLC₹77.00 – 78.00 lakh
Lexus NX₹67.93 – 74.88 lakh
Volvo XC60₹70.90 lakh

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BMW X3 specifications

Claimed mileage14.61 km/l (petrol), 17.86 km/l (diesel)
Transmission8-speed automatic
Body typeSUV
Fuel typePetrol, Diesel
Engine1995–1998 cc
Seating capacity5

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Engines	2.0 turbo petrol, 2.0 turbo diesel (both with a 48V electrical system)
Gearboxes	8-speed automatic
Power	258 PS (petrol), 197 PS (diesel)
Torque	400 Nm
Claimed mileage	14.61 km/l (petrol), 17.86 km/l (diesel)
Seats	5
Length	4755 mm
Width	Not published
Height	Not published
Wheelbase	2865 mm
Ground clearance	Not published
Boot space	Not published
Fuel tank	Not published

BMW X3 variants: price and features

Base variant
X3
X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro
Petrol · 1998 cc · Automatic · 14.61 km/l
₹76.90 lakhOn-road price
Key features
- 258 PS petrol, 0-100 km/h in 6.3 s (claimed)
- M Sport package Pro
- 20-inch M alloy wheels
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- 258 PS petrol, 0-100 km/h in 6.3 s (claimed)
- M Sport package Pro
- 20-inch M alloy wheels
- Iconic Glow illuminated kidney grille
- Harman Kardon sound system
- xDrive all-wheel drive
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Top variant
X3
X3 xDrive20d M Sport
Diesel · 1995 cc · Automatic · 17.86 km/l
₹78.20 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.30 lakh more than X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro for
- 197 PS diesel with 400 Nm
- Automatic emergency braking
- Blind-spot detection
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- 197 PS diesel with 400 Nm
- xDrive all-wheel drive
- Automatic emergency braking
- Blind-spot detection
- BMW Curved Display
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Our verdict on the X3

The new X3 is a well-judged mid-size SUV, and BMW India's pricing makes the choice simple. The 258 PS petrol 30 xDrive M Sport Pro costs ₹76.9 lakh ex-showroom, ₹1.3 lakh less than the diesel, yet is much quicker and better equipped. The diesel earns its place only for high-mileage owners. Both have all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic. BMW India does not publish boot space, width, height or ground clearance for this generation, and aggregator figures conflict, so check practicality in the showroom. The X1 LWB is far cheaper with a similar rear seat, while the X5 is bigger and smoother but costs about ₹20 lakh more.

Good things

All-wheel drive and strong engines in both versions.
Petrol M Sport Pro is quick and well equipped for its price.
Efficient diesel option for long-distance drivers.

Could be better

BMW India publishes few practical figures for this generation.
Only two versions, both priced above ₹76 lakh.
The X1 LWB offers similar rear space for much less.

BMW X3 colours and photos

Colours on sale

M Brooklyn Grey metallic
Black Sapphire metallic
BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue metallic
Dune Grey metallic
Alpine White solid

BMW X3: the mid-size SUV with all-wheel drive as standard

The current X3 is 4,755 mm long with a 2,865 mm wheelbase, and every Indian version has xDrive all-wheel drive, an eight-speed automatic and a 48V electrical system. The X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro uses a 2.0-litre turbo petrol with 258 PS and 400 Nm, and BMW claims 0-100 km/h in 6.3 seconds and 14.61 km/l.

The X3 xDrive20d M Sport has a 2.0-litre turbo diesel with 197 PS and 400 Nm, claims 17.86 km/l and does 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds. The petrol M Sport Pro adds 20-inch M wheels, the illuminated kidney grille and a Harman Kardon sound system. An earlier X3 20 xDrive petrol is no longer offered. Both versions are M Sport models.

Petrol or diesel X3?

The petrol is ₹1.3 lakh cheaper, faster and better equipped. The diesel uses less fuel on long runs. Unless you drive more than about 20,000 km a year, the petrol makes more sense.

X3 or X1 LWB?

The X1 LWB costs about ₹27 lakh less and has a roomy rear seat, but it is front-wheel drive with a small engine. The X3 is more powerful, more refined and has all-wheel drive.

Is the X3 big enough for a family of five?

It is a five-seater with good rear space for two adults and a child. BMW India does not publish its boot size, so bring your usual luggage to the test drive.

X3 vs rivals

Spec	BMW X3₹76.90 – 78.20 lakh	Mercedes-Benz GLC₹77.00 – 78.00 lakh	Lexus NX₹67.93 – 74.88 lakh	Volvo XC60₹70.90 lakh	Jeep Wrangler₹67.70 – 72.80 lakh
Body	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
Fuel	Petrol, Diesel	Diesel, Petrol	Hybrid	Petrol	Petrol
Engines	2.0 turbo petrol, 2.0 turbo diesel (both with a 48V electrical system)	2.0 turbo petrol mild hybrid, 2.0 diesel mild hybrid	2.5 petrol self-charging hybrid	2.0 turbo petrol mild hybrid	2.0 turbo petrol
Power	258 PS (petrol), 197 PS (diesel)	197-258 HP	239 PS (176 kW combined)	250 hp (184 kW)	268 bhp
Gearbox	8-speed automatic	9-speed automatic	e-CVT, E-Four all-wheel drive	8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive	8-speed automatic
Mileage	14.61 km/l (petrol), 17.86 km/l (diesel)	—	20.26 km/l	12.9 km/l	10.6-11.4 km/l
Seats	5	5	5	5	5
Boot	—	620 litres	520 litres	483 litres	—
Compare	Viewing	X3 vs GLC	X3 vs NX	X3 vs XC60	X3 vs Wrangler

BMW X3 mileage

1998 cc, PetrolAutomatic
Claimed (ARAI)
14.61 km/l
1995 cc, DieselAutomatic
Claimed (ARAI)
17.86 km/l

BMW X3 on-road price and EMI

Every state →

New Delhi₹88.38 – 91.82 lakh
Mumbai₹90.89 – 94.01 lakh
Bengaluru₹96.05 – 97.67 lakh
Chennai₹96.07 – 97.69 lakh
Kolkata₹88.38 – 89.87 lakh
Bhopal₹91.46 – 94.56 lakh

Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.

X3 EMI

₹1,29,203 a month

On ₹76.90 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹15.38 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹16.00 lakh.

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BMW X3 FAQ

What is the price of the BMW X3 in India?

The BMW X3 costs ₹76.90 to 78.20 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.

Which fuel options does the BMW X3 come with?

The BMW X3 is sold with petrol and diesel power (2.0 turbo petrol, 2.0 turbo diesel (both with a 48V electrical system)).

What is the mileage of the BMW X3?

The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the BMW X3 is 14.61 km/l (petrol), 17.86 km/l (diesel).

How many people can the BMW X3 seat?

The BMW X3 is a 5-seater suv.

What is the length of the BMW X3?

The BMW X3 is 4755 mm long, with a 2865 mm wheelbase.

Does the BMW X3 come with an automatic gearbox?

The BMW X3 is offered with 8-speed automatic gearboxes.

Which BMW X3 variant should I buy?

It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.