BMW X3 II (F25)
The second-generation BMW X3 (F25) brought significant interior dimension expansions, standard xDrive all-wheel drive, the standard 8-speed ZF automatic transmission, and award-winning turbocharged N20 and N55 inline engines.
Generation Quick Facts: The BMW X3 II (F25) was manufactured from 2011 – 2017 (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 model years) as a suv. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 180 to 300 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 30.0 MPG combined (xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo Diesel).
Power range
180–300 hp
Quickest 0–100
5.5 s
Best combined
30 MPG
Length
4.65 m
01Decision support
Which X3 II (F25) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo Diesel
30.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 30% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest X3 II (F25).
Performance · quickest
xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo
0–100 km/h in 5.5s · 300 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo
240 hp · 24.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (1 diesel · 2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo DieselDiesel | xDrive28i 2.0L TurboPetrol | xDrive35i 3.0L TurboPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | N47D20 | N20B20 | N55B30 |
| Fuel type | Diesel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,995 cc) | 2.0L (1,997 cc) | 3.0L (2,979 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I6 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 180 hp / 134 kW | 240 hp / 179 kW | 300 hp / 224 kW |
| Torque | 380 Nm / 280 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft | 407 Nm / 300 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.8 s | 6.5 s | 5.5 s |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 245 km/h (152 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic |
| Gears | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) |
| Highway | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Combined | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — | — |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,890 kg (4,167 lbs) | 1,835 kg (4,045 lbs) | 1,915 kg (4,222 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2015-2017 | 2013-2017 | 2011-2017 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,652 mm
183.1 in
Width
1,881 mm
74.1 in
Height
1,661 mm
65.4 in
Wheelbase
2,810 mm
110.6 in
Curb weight spans 1,835–1,915 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
X3 II (F25): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the BMW X3 II (F25)?
The BMW X3 II (F25) lineup offers 1 diesel · 2 petrol: xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo Diesel (180 hp), xDrive28i 2.0L Turbo (240 hp), xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo (300 hp).
How quick is the BMW X3 II (F25) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5s, reaching a top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph) with the xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo.
What is the most fuel-efficient BMW X3 II (F25) trim?
The xDrive28d 2.0L Turbo Diesel delivers the highest fuel economy at 30.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 21–30 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the BMW X3 II (F25)?
The BMW X3 II (F25) was produced from 2011 – 2017, spanning the following model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017.
What are the exterior dimensions of the BMW X3 II (F25)?
4652 mm long, 1881 mm wide, 1661 mm tall on a 2810 mm wheelbase (183.1 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: BMW X3Certification data, 2011–2017
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2011 BMW X3, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- BMW official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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