Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025: BMW X3 Launched in India at ₹75.80 Lakh
The 2025 BMW X3 has officially debuted in India at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, with prices starting at ₹75.80 lakh (ex-showroom) for the petrol variant and ₹77.80 lakh (ex-showroom) for the diesel version. Locally manufactured at BMW’s Chennai plant, the fourth-generation X3 brings significant updates in design, dimensions, and technology.
New Dimensions and Platform
The fourth-generation X3, first unveiled globally in 2024, is built on a new platform. It has grown in size compared to its predecessor:
- Length: Increased by 34 mm to 4,755 mm.
- Width: Expanded by 29 mm to 1,920 mm.
- Height: Reduced by 29 mm to 1,660 mm for a sportier stance.
The wider rear track enhances its athletic look, while the overall silhouette bears a resemblance to the compact BMW X1.
Exterior Design
The 2025 BMW X3 incorporates a refreshed design language, including:
- Larger Kidney Grilles: Wider than before, featuring new interior elements with a white glow.
- Adaptive LED Headlights: Customisable with cornering capabilities and blue design accents.
- Distinctive Lighting: L-shaped headlights and thin air curtains mirror each other’s design.
- T-Shaped Taillights: Integrated with rear indicators.
- Stronger Side Skirts: Adding to the SUV’s robust profile.
Interior Features and Technology
The cabin of the BMW X3 emphasizes luxury, sustainability, and technology:
- Seating:
- Electrically adjustable heated and ventilated front sport seats.
- Three interior upholstery options.
- Optional recyclable polyester cloth for the dashboard.
- Ambient Lighting:
- LED strips form U-shaped patterns across the cabin with customizable colors.
- “My Modes” (Personal, Sport, Efficient) alter the lighting, displayed content, and vehicle settings.
- Infotainment and Instrumentation:
- A curved panoramic display combines the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system.
- Runs on BMW Operating System 9 with enhanced navigation and integrated voice assistant features.
- Subscription-based BMW Digital Premium service offers upgraded functionalities.
- Driver Assistance Features:
- Optional Driving Assistant Professional Package:
- Lane Keeping Assistant with Side Collision Protection.
- Active Blind Spot Detection.
- Traffic Jam Assistant (hands-free driving up to 60 km/h).
- Standard Parking Assistant with Backup Assistant and a rearview camera.
- Optional Driving Assistant Professional Package:
Powertrain Options
The 2025 BMW X3 offers two engine choices, both paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission:
- Petrol Variant (X3 20i):
- 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
- Output: 206 bhp and 320 Nm of torque.
- Diesel Variant (X3 20d):
- 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine.
- Output: 197 bhp and 400 Nm of torque.
Both powertrains balance performance and efficiency, catering to urban commuters and highway cruisers alike.
Bookings and Deliveries
Bookings for the 2025 BMW X3 are now open via BMW’s official website and dealerships across India. Deliveries are expected to begin soon, with the SUV already generating excitement among luxury vehicle enthusiasts.
Competition
The new BMW X3 reignites its rivalry with other German luxury SUVs, including the Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz GLC, as well as competitors like the Volvo XC60. With its updated design, advanced technology, and local production, the X3 aims to strengthen BMW’s position in the premium SUV market.
