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2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i

The 2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i is a 248-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 SUV with an 8-speed steptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $45,700 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 248 horsepower at 5,200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The X3 measures 185.9 inches long on a 112.8-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$45,700
MSRP with Destination$46,695
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine TypeTurbocharged inline-4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower248 hp @ 5,200 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC VALVETRONIC Double-VANOS
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD (xDrive)
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Steptronic automatic
1st Gear5.25
2nd Gear3.2
3rd Gear2.143
4th Gear1.72
5th Gear1.314
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.822
8th Gear0.64
Reverse3.456
Final Drive3.385
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity17.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionAluminum double-joint spring strut axle
Rear SuspensionFive-link axle in lightweight steel construction
Turning Diameter39.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersSingle-piston floating
Dimensions & Weight
Length185.9 in
Width74.4 in
Height66 in
Wheelbase112.8 in
Front Track63.8 in
Rear Track64.4 in
Ground Clearance8 in
Cargo Volume28.7 ft³
Interior
Headroom Front41.1 in
Headroom Rear39.1 in
Legroom Front40.3 in
Legroom Rear36.4 in
Shoulder Room Front57.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear56 in

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (17.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2022 BMW X3 SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2022 BMW X3 SUV RWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

7 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW X3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 30, 2026 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.

Consequence: Fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V056000

Sep 23, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY Park outside

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

Consequence: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.

NHTSA campaign 25V636000

Feb 20, 2025 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

Consequence: Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 25V106000

Oct 15, 2024 · STRUCTURE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

NHTSA campaign 24V764000

Jul 17, 2024 · STRUCTURE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

Consequence: Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 24V534000

Jul 20, 2022 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 22V513000

Feb 9, 2022 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.

Consequence: An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 22V070000

83 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2022 BMW X3

Owner Complaints

83 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW X3 (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Unknown Or Other20
Electrical System17
Structure12
Engine11
Forward Collision Avoidance11
Lane Departure9
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 13, 2026 · Electrical System, Engine
“I have a 2022 X3 M40i and the negative battery terminal on the 48v battery was not connected properly to the battery and had welded itself to the terminal causing drivetrain errors, start stop issues…”
Oct 9, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“My 2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i, VIN [XXX], is subject to NHTSA recall 26V-438 involving a starter that may overheat and cause a fire. I have contacted BMW of San Rafael a few times over the past three…”
Oct 2, 2026 · Power Train, Engine
“The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking spot, the vehicle experienced hard braking and then stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the…”
Oct 1, 2026 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
“Subject: Formal Safety Complaint – Unresolved Starter Recall on 2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i I am submitting this complaint regarding the active starter-related safety recall affecting my 2022 BMW X3…”
Sep 30, 2026 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 BMW X3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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