#15 in BMW
Family fit
Serious shove: 360 hp and 4.5 s 0-100 km/h.
BMW X3 Series
Suv
Petrol
BMW X3 M40i
The BMW X3 M40i blends five-seat SUV practicality with serious pace for growing families and road trips. At $59,900, its 360 hp and 4.5 s 0-100 km/h deliver good value in its segment, with 9 L/100 km reasonable for the performance.
Is this car right for you?
Best for
- Very quick acceleration (0-100 km/h in 4.5 s) for confident passing
- 550 L cargo space and five seats suit family use and road trips
- Good value in its segment at $59,900 given its performance
- Reasonable fuel use for this power level (9 L/100 km combined)
Less ideal for
- You need a third row or seven seats
- SUV size is less ideal for tight city driving
- You want an electrified or plug-in option; this is gasoline-only
- Despite strong power, it is not aimed at hardcore track driving
Core facts only
Price
€59,900
Used price
€35,000–€45,000
Power
360 hp
0–100 km/h
4.5 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Boot
550 L
Seats
5
Body type
Suv
BMW lineup context
FamilyBMW X3 Series
PositionExecutive car
Closest BMWBMW 3 Series Touring M340i
Where this car stands out
#17 in BMW
Cargo / hauling
Ranks well for safety in our signals.
Top 25% global
Family fit
Five seats and 550 L cargo favor family trips.
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