New BMW X3 teased: all-new SUV expected next year
April 18, 2024 by Jamie Edkins
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The BMW X3 has been around for a while now, and an all-new version is on the way. Prototypes of this SUV have been teased while testing, read on for all we know so far.
- New BMW X3 spotted
- All-new design for the SUV
- Interior design likely to be similar to other BMWs
- New BMW X3 M also on the way
- One sale next year
This is the new BMW X3. It’ll be the fourth iteration of the Audi Q3 alternative, and it looks like it’s getting a styling overhaul.
Not much is known about the technical details just yet, however you can expect to see a similar interior treatment to cars like the BMW 5 Series and X5.
New BMW X3 design
The new BMW X3 looks like it’s getting a fairly minor makeover compared to the outgoing car. It may be pretty well-covered for now, but you can still see some of the design changes poking out of the wrap.
The double kidney grilles look more or less identical to the current X3’s, however those headlights do look all-new. They’re similar in shape to the ones found on the new BMW 5 Series, although there’s also something a bit Peugeot-esque about them as well.
Changes at the rear are harder to spot, but the tailgate does appear to have fewer contours to it than the current car. You can also see the new tail lights, and there are some flush-fitting door handles down the side.
New BMW X3 interior and infotainment
There are no images of the new BMW X3’s interior just yet, however you can expect it to follow a similar design path to cars like the new 5 Series.
If this is the case, you’ll have a huge, curved display with twin screens, as well as the usual raft of personalisation options.
New BMW X3 engines
While there’s no official word on engine options for the new BMW X3, don’t expect to see any drastic changes over the current lineup. It’s likely that you’ll be able to get a similar range of 2-litre petrol and diesel units, as well as a plug-in hybrid.
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Spy photographers have also spotted a potential BMW X3 M replacement out and about, given away by this prototype’s quad tailpipes and aggressive bodykit. Don’t expect to see any electrification here, the new X3 M is expected to retain its 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged straight-six engine.
The current X3 M has 510hp, just like the BMW M3. This new version may eke out a few more ponies though, potentially making use of the 550hp engine from the BMW M3 CS.
When can I buy a new BMW X3?
You can expect the new BMW X3 to make its debut in the first half of 2024, with sales starting later in the year. Expect to see a slight price hike over the current car’s £47,000 figure as well.
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