BMW X3 ESTATE

Name: BMW X3 xDrive 30e xLine 5dr Auto
Brand: BMW X3
SKU: 106306
Availability: InStock

xDrive 30e xLine 5dr Auto

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Fuel Type Hybrid

Range 55 miles

Real World Estimate 46 miles

Co2 65.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 134mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

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Lease Type

Personal Business

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

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Fuel Type Hybrid

Range 55 miles

Real World Estimate 46 miles

Co2 65.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 134mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

BMW X3 Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving

Performance
8
Handling
8
Comfort
8
Space
6
Styling
7
Build
8
Value
7
Equipment
7
Economy
7
Depreciation
7
Insurance
6

The X3 30e xDrive is a very complete PHEV package for customers searching in the premium part of the upper mid-sized SUV segment. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

BMW's X3 30e xDrive delivers the Munich maker's plug-in technology in a practical, classy and very efficient package, though there's a premium price to pay. Still, you might well feel that this eco-minded mid-sized premium SUV could be all the car you'll ever need.

Background

BMW doesn't often lag behind technologically with its products, but one recent exception was with the Plug-in Hybrid version of the G01-era X3 mid-sized SUV. At introduction in 2020, it looked a reasonably competitive proposition but it only took a couple of years for that model's small 13kWh PHEV battery and feeble 34 mile EV range capability to start feeling very behind the curve indeed. So the G45-era X3 30e xDrive model we look at here, launched in mid-2024, couldn't come soon enough for the Munich maker. As expected, this new-era model borrows the much enhanced Plug-in Hybrid drivetrain that by the time of this fourth generation X3's launch had lately been fitted to a much improved version of the marque's 330e. A set-up whose larger battery allows this X3 30e to be used much like an EV for suburban duties. Let's take a closer look.

Driving Experience

It's easy to just think that this X3 xDrive30e carries over completely the powertrain from the brand's more familiar 330e. And to some extent it does, though with the X3, there's an incorporated AWD system. As with that car, this mid-sized SUV uses a 2.0-litre four cylinder petrol engine mated to an electric motor, integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic auto transmission. The big change with this G45-era model is the huge jump in battery size - from to 13kWh to 19.7kWh. And that in turn has facilitated a far more competitive EV driving range figure of up to 54 miles, 20 miles further than before. What this now means is that if you've a pretty typical daily commute, you might never have to fuel up this car to complete it. Power output isn't much different from that of the previous G01-era PHEV X3; with this G45 design, it's rated at 299hp, with 450Nm of torque, though that top figure only comes with driver application of the available 'XtraBoost' function, which gives an extra burst of acceleration for overtaking. Overall, the performance stats are much as before, with 62mph reached in 6.2s on the way to 134mph flat out - or an 87mph max under EV power. As before, the main available drive modes are 'Sport', 'Hybrid' and 'Electric' - the latter able to be automatically activated in urban zones. Have the drive dynamics been updated compared to the old G01 model? BMW says so. There's a lighter, stiffer structure with a wider rear axle and an almost completely redesigned suspension set-up (double-joint strut front axle suspension and 5-link rear). Adaptive damping continues as an option, but the brand has stopped short of fitting the air suspension and 4-wheel steering systems you'll find in some rivals. It wants these to be the preserve of the larger, more profitable X5. You should also notice more accurate steering, the old dual-pinion rack swapped for a new belt-driven set-up.

Design and Build

Unless you really know your BMWs, there's almost nothing to visually differentiate a 30e xDrive from any other X3. In G45-era form, this is certainly a bolder-looking kind of X3, fully conversant with BMW's latest rather divisive design language. It certainly makes the previous version look rather conservative. And it's bigger too - 34mm longer (at 4,755mm) and 29mm wider (at 1,920mm). Plus (unhelpfully you might think for an SUV) it now sits 25mm lower to emphasise the lower roof and sportier silhouette. There are sleeker LED headlights flanking kidney grilles that can be specified with glowing surrounds. At the rear, there's a more sculpted tailgate and the number plate has been relocated to the bumper. The interior is an equally big step forward from the previous generation design, but you won't be surprised by it if you've tried any of the brand's other more recent models. The same large curved screen familiar from those reappears again here, incorporating a 12.3-inch driver's instrument display and a 14.9-inch central touchscreen. The latter runs the brand's latest OS9-generation infotainment system, though it can still be controlled by a rotary knob on the console, above which is an illuminated touch panel. Climate control is now adjusted by the kind of haptic 'Interaction Bar' we've lately seen on 5 and 7 Series models. The steering wheel and gear selector have both been redesigned as part of the more sustainably-trimmed cabin's more contemporary feel. Interior ambience lighting changes with drive mode and there's the option of an upgraded Harmon Kardon sound system. Rear seat space is much as before - comfortable for a couple of adults but not ideal for three. The boot capacity of this PHEV is significantly down on a conventionally-engined X3, rated at 460-litres (down from 570-litres), extending to 1,600-litres with the seats folded (down from 1,700-litres).

Market and Model

Prices open at just over £58,000 for the 30e xDrive: which is actually fractionally less than the previous generation G01-era X3 30e xDrive cost when it finally left production. The asking price is around £7,000 more than BMW wants for a conventional diesel X3 20d xDrive. There's a choice of base 'xLine' or, for around £1,800 more, the more dynamic-looking 'M Sport' version most will want. Standard features include three-zone automatic climate control, acoustic glazing, 'Comfort Access' keyless entry, automatic tailgate operation, an electric folding mechanism for the exterior mirrors, and the 'BMW Live Cockpit Plus' twin-screen cabin set-up, complete with the cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system. BMW also includes ambient lighting featuring a Welcome and Goodbye Animation and a tray including wireless charging function for compatible smartphones. The optional 'BMW Live Cockpit Professional' package adds a head-up display, and also an Augmented View function in the control display. Other optional equipment packs include the 'Comfort Package' which features lumbar support, a Harman Kardon surround sound system, 'Travel & Comfort System' front seat back attachments and Adaptive LED Headlights. The 'Comfort Plus Package' adds sun blinds for the rear side windows, active seat ventilation in the front and seat heating in the rear. Also found on the options list are a fixed panoramic glass sunroof, steering wheel heating, sun protection glass in the rear and a pre-heating function. The X3 30e xDrive comes with the BMW IconicSounds Electric for special sound effects.

Cost of Ownership

As we told you in our 'Driving' section, the installation of a larger 19.7kWh lithium-ion high-voltage battery means a potential electric driving range of as much as 54 miles. This PHEV also features regenerative braking to optimise efficiency. The system's high-voltage battery stores the energy captured during braking, with the electric motor taking on the function of a generator. The high-voltage battery also supplies the vehicle's electrical system. As usual with Plug-in hybrids, the official WLTP combined cycle fuel figure - up to 282.5 on the combined cycle (up from 128.4mpg with the previous generation model) - needs to be taken with a pinch of salt, but the important thing is that the government believes the quoted CO2 return - up to 22g/km (up from 49g/km before). From home, AC charging time (0-100%) takes two hours 15 minutes. Out and about, the infotainment set-up's 'Intelligent Personal Assistant' voice-recognition software can answer questions like 'Where can I charge' and you can even use the sat nav system to reserve an electric charging station position ahead of time. One feature we really like is 'Anticipatory Hybrid Drive'; this uses data from the navigation system to decide how to use the PHEV system. The car might automatically switch into all-electric mode through a low-speed school zone for example. Or use battery power when driving uphill if there's a long downhill stretch afterwards where the regeneration system can recharge the lithium-ion cells.

Summary

Justifying this BMW PHEV on economic grounds will certainly require some deft work with the calculator. As with any plug-in model, fuel savings alone won't do it; but adding in the BiK tax reductions might be enough to make you take a second look at an X3 30e xDrive, even with its premium price tag. Did we ever think we'd be paying this much for a mainstream X3 model? Possibly not, but then did we ever think a decade ago that we'd have the chance to buy a petrol-powered one that could also offer an all-electric driving range of up to 54 miles? Right here, right now, plug-in tech makes more sense for many people, more of the time than full-EV ownership. In the future, that'll change. For the present though, if you can afford it, this BMW makes a compelling case if you want a more sensible sort of X3.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Charging info

Driver Convenience

Active Guard
Attentiveness assist
Automatic operation of tailgate
BMW ConnectedDrive online services
BMW Iconic sounds electric
BMW iDrive
BMW Teleservices
Brake pad wear indicator
Condition based service
Drive off assistant
Language version English
My Mode - Personal, Efficient, Sport, Relax, Expressive
Servotronic system
Variable sport steering

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

AC charging plus 11kW
Dynamic stability control
eDrive exterior sound
Fast charging cable professional mode 3 for public charging
Multiple control arm rear axle
Steptronic transmission with gearshift paddles
Two-joint strut-type front axle with tension strut

Entertainment

DAB tuner
Personal eSim

Exterior Features

B-pillar trim panel in black high-gloss
BMW badge on front and rear
BMW M-specific front/rear bumpers and side sills
BMW radiator grille
Body colour mirror caps
Door handles flush to the surface with lock barrel on driver's side is illuminated and in vehicle colour
Driver's door mirror memory
Dynamic brake lights
Electric adjustable and heated door mirrors
Electric window trap release and convenient opening/closing feature
Headlight beam throw control
Heated rear window
Heated windscreen washer jets
High beam assistant
Invisible tailpipe trims
LED 3rd brake light
LED daytime running lights
LED rear lights
LED turning indicators
Locking of the doors
Mirror base and mirror blade in satinised aluminium
Mirror triangle in black high-gloss
Model inscription on right tailgate
Rain sensor with automatic headlight activation
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Reversing light
Side window frame in black high-gloss
Windscreen wipers

Interior Features

12v power socket in front centre console and luggage compartment
2 x USB Type C ports for charging and data transmission (front centre console) and 2 x USB Type C ports for charging (rear centre console)
3 rear headrests
3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 zone automatic air conditioning
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
Ambient lighting
Anthracite floor mats
Electric adjustable seats with memory function
Floor mats in velour
Footrest and pedals in black plastic
Four grab handles integrated in roof lining
Front armrest with integrated control panel
Front centre console trim in black high-gloss
Front head restraints
Front sports seats
Glove compartment
i-Size / ISOFIX attachment points on both outer rear seats, with covers in black
Interior door handles in dark chrome
Luggage compartment separating net
Multifunction steering wheel
Rear side armrests integrated into door trim
Selector lever with toggle operation
Single front passenger seat
Steering column adjustment
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Three upper retaining strap clips integrated into the rear panels of the seat backrests
Through loading system
Two front cupholders and two in the rear center armrest
Wireless charging tray

Packs

Connected pro package - X3
Driving assistant package - X3
Interior and exterior mirror package - X3

Passive Safety

3 point seatbelts
Acoustic protection for pedestrians
Airbag deployment is controlled with respect to the intensity and scope
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Automatic hold function
BMW emergency call
Brake assist
Brake drying
Brake energy regeneration
Braking readiness
Central airbag
Child locks on rear doors
Cornering brake control (CBC)
Crash Sensor - activation of central locking release, hazard warning light and interior lighting
Driver and front passenger front and side airbags
Dynamic brake control
Electromechanical parking brake
First aid kit
Front and rear disc brakes
Head airbags
Integrated braking system
Post Crash Collision Warning with braking function
Trailer stability control
Tyre pressure sensor
Warning triangle

Security

Alarm system
Closing system with central locking
Comfort access system with BMW digital key plus
Locking wheel bolts
Start/stop button with keyless motor start with acoustic drive

Trim

Seam vents in instrument panel

Wheels

Tyre repair kit

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty

Not Available
Battery Capacity in kWh

22.7
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)

705
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW

2.3
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)

195
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW

7.4
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)

135
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW

11
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins)

Not Available
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change

Not Available
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW

Not Available
Battery Leased

No
Battery Type

Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location

Left Side Front
Coupler/Connector Type

Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW

11
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage

100000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years

8
Usable Battery Capacity

19.7
WLTP - AER (km) - City

104
WLTP - AER (km) - Comb

90
WLTP - AER (miles) - City

64.6
WLTP - AER (miles) - Comb

55.9
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - City

20
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb

23
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Extra High

28.2
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - High

20.7
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Low

20.7
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Medium

19.4
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City

3.1
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb

2.7
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Extra High

2.2
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - High

3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Low

3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Medium

3.2
WLTP - EC AC Ch Dep (kWh/100km) - Comb

23
WLTP - EC AC Ch Dep (miles/kWh) - Comb

2.7
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb

16
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH

16.3
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL

16
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb

3.9
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH

3.8
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL

3.9
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - City

98
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb

87
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEH

85
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEL

88
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Extra High

72
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - High

96
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Low

94
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Medium

102
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - City

60.9
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb

54
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEH

52.8
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEL

54.7
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Extra High

44.7
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - High

59.7
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Low

58.4
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Medium

63.4

Emissions - ICE

CO

0.208
HC

0.008
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

65
NOx

0.021
Particles

0.0011
Standard Emissions

EURO 6e-bis

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Ch Sus (g/km) - Comb

172
WLTP - CO2 Ch Sus (g/km) - Extra High

183
WLTP - CO2 Ch Sus (g/km) - High

146
WLTP - CO2 Ch Sus (g/km) - Low

220
WLTP - CO2 Ch Sus (g/km) - Medium

160
WLTP - CO2 Charge Depleting (g/km) - Comb

20
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb

65
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEH

69
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEL

64

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

DOHC
Catalytic Convertor

Yes
CC

1998
Compression Ratio

11.6:1
Cylinder Layout

IN-LINE
Cylinders

4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

82
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

94.6
Engine Code

XB1141M2
Engine Layout

NORTH SOUTH
Fuel Delivery

TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Gears

8 SPEED
Number of Valves

16
Transmission

SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

No

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Ch Dep (l/100km) - Comb

0.6
WLTP - FC Ch Dep (mpg) - Comb

470.8
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb

7.6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High

8
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High

6.4
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low

9.7
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium

7
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb

37.2
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High

35.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High

44.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low

29.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium

40.4
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb

2.9
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEH

3
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL

2.8
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb

97.4
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEH

94.2
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEL

100.9

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

Yes
Badge Engine CC

2.0
Badge Power

299
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

e xDrive
Coin Series

xLine
Generation Mark

4
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

38E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

6
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

88
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

84
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

77
NCAP Safety Assist %

80
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

24
Service Interval Mileage

18000
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

6.2
Engine Power - BHP

299
Engine Power - KW

220
Engine Power - RPM

4400
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

332
Engine Torque - MKG

45.9
Engine Torque - NM

450
Engine Torque - RPM

1500
Top Speed

134

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

245/50 R19
Tyre Size Rear

245/50 R19
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

DOUBLE SPOKE
Wheel Type

19" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

1660
Height (including roof rails)

Not Available
Length

4755
Wheelbase

2865
Width

1920
Width (including mirrors)

2132

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

50
Gross Vehicle Weight

2710
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

1600
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

460
Max. Loading Weight

645
Max. Roof Load

100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

2000
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

750
Minimum Kerbweight

2065
No. of Seats

5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

12.2

Charging Speeds

3h 8min

Home

7kW Charger

0h 26min

Fast

50kW Charger

0h 13min

Rapid

100kW Charger

0h 8min

Ultra-Rapid

150kW Charger

Company car tax calculator

Tax Year	BIK	BIK Value	Tax Payable at 20%	Tax Payable at 40%
2026/27	20%	£969.25	£193.85	£387.70
2027/28	21%	£1017.71	£203.54	£407.09
2028/29	22%	£1066.18	£213.24	£426.47
2029/30	23%	£1114.64	£222.93	£445.86

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