2003-2010
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Engineering first
BMW's first compact SUV. The E83 brought genuine driving dynamics to a segment where handling was an afterthought.
History
Developed in partnership with Magna Steyr, the X3 offered a manual gearbox and rear-biased xDrive — unusual for the segment. The 3.0i's inline-six made it the enthusiast's choice.
Timeline
2003Production begins
2010Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total607,643
DesignerChris Chapman
Production Period2003-2010
Estimated Value$5K-$15K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine3.0L Inline-6 (M54)
Power231 hp @ 5,900 rpm
Torque300 Nm
0-60 mph7.4 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
Transmission6-speed manual
DrivetrainAWD
Weight1,770 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.34
BodySteel unibody
Engine Details
Engine CodeM54B30
Displacement3.0L (2,979 cc)
Bore x Stroke84 x 89.6 mm
Compression10.2
Valves24
Fuel SystemSequential multi-port fuel injection
Engine ManagementSiemens MS 43.0, Double VANOS
Performance
0-100 km/h7.8 sec
0-60 mph7.4 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
Fuel Economy11.4 l/100km combined
Weight-to-Power7.7 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,565 mm
Width1,853 mm
Height1,674 mm
Wheelbase2,795 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front BrakesVentilated disc
Rear BrakesVentilated disc
SteeringRack-and-pinion, hydraulic power-assisted
Tires235/55 R17
Wheels17-inch alloy
Stability SystemsDSC, ABS, CBC, DBC
Drivetrain
Gear Ratios1st 4.35, 2nd 2.50, 3rd 1.67, 4th 1.23, 5th 1.0, 6th 0.85 (6-speed manual)
Final Drive3.73
Capacity
Fuel Tank67 L
Trunk Volume480 L
Doors5
Seats5
Source: BMW AG / Wikipedia
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Designed by Chris Chapman
From the 2000s
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