
BMW X3
BMW X3
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Estimated instalment based on a R 1 069 760 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.
About the BMW X3
The BMW X3 is a premium mid-size SUV available in South Africa across petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid powertrains, spanning from the entry-level 20 petrol through to the performance-focused M50 at the top of the range. The core range covers 20 petrol variants in Pure Design and M Sport specification, two 20d xDrive diesel derivatives including a Rugged off-road variant, and a 30e xDrive plug-in hybrid in standard and M Sport trim — making the X3 one of the more powertrain-diverse options in the premium mid-size SUV segment. It competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLC, Audi Q5, and Volvo XC60, and is the default choice for buyers who want a BMW driving character in an SUV format with strong local dealer support and competitive residual values.
Who is the X3 best for?
- Buyers in the premium mid-size SUV segment who want a more driver-focused alternative to the Mercedes-Benz GLC or Audi Q5
- High-mileage commuters who want the 20d xDrive diesel for long-distance fuel efficiency in a well-equipped premium SUV
- Buyers considering a plug-in hybrid who want the 30e xDrive as a more efficient alternative to the standard petrol range
- Performance SUV buyers who want the M50 as a step below a full X3 M with everyday usability
BMW X3 — frequently asked questions
How much does the X3 cost in South Africa?
What is the monthly instalment on a X3?
What is the X3's fuel consumption?
What engine options does the X3 come in?
Is the X3 available with automatic or manual transmission?
Calculate your monthly repayment
Adjust terms, deposit, and balloon to see how it affects your monthly payment.
Estimated instalment based on a R 1 069 760 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.
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About the BMW X3
The BMW X3 is a premium mid-size SUV available in South Africa across petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid powertrains, spanning from the entry-level 20 petrol through to the performance-focused M50 at the top of the range. The core range covers 20 petrol variants in Pure Design and M Sport specification, two 20d xDrive diesel derivatives including a Rugged off-road variant, and a 30e xDrive plug-in hybrid in standard and M Sport trim — making the X3 one of the more powertrain-diverse options in the premium mid-size SUV segment. It competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLC, Audi Q5, and Volvo XC60, and is the default choice for buyers who want a BMW driving character in an SUV format with strong local dealer support and competitive residual values.
Who is the X3 best for?
- Buyers in the premium mid-size SUV segment who want a more driver-focused alternative to the Mercedes-Benz GLC or Audi Q5
- High-mileage commuters who want the 20d xDrive diesel for long-distance fuel efficiency in a well-equipped premium SUV
- Buyers considering a plug-in hybrid who want the 30e xDrive as a more efficient alternative to the standard petrol range
- Performance SUV buyers who want the M50 as a step below a full X3 M with everyday usability
BMW X3 — frequently asked questions
How much does the X3 cost in South Africa?
What is the monthly instalment on a X3?
What is the X3's fuel consumption?
What engine options does the X3 come in?
Is the X3 available with automatic or manual transmission?
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