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2023 BMW X3 M

The 2023 BMW X3 M is a SUV with an 8-speed steptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It is rated at 17 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

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

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Engine
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD (xDrive)
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Steptronic automatic
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity17.2 gal
Suspension
Turning Diameter39.4 ft
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

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (17.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2023 BMW X3 SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2023 BMW X3 SUV RWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 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

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

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

Dec 6, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.

Consequence: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 23V821000

15 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 BMW X3

Owner Complaints

15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 BMW X3 (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine4
Electrical System3
Structure3
Exterior Lighting1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 24, 2026 · Engine
“I am submitting this complaint regarding a recurring coolant leak and cooling-system issue with my 2023 BMW X3. I began receiving repeated “low coolant” warnings on the vehicle's dashboard. The…”
Sep 17, 2026 · Engine
“I am submitting this complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall on my vehicle. The recall has been outstanding for approximately three months. and I have been informed that there is still no…”
Sep 16, 2026 · Electrical System
“On 8/11/2026 at 26,039 miles, BMW of Mt. Kisco (NY) replaced the engine starter under safety recall B121026 (RO #123380). On 8/29/2026, 331 miles later, the vehicle failed completely. It would not…”
Sep 2, 2026 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2023 BMW X3. The contact stated that after purchasing the salvaged vehicle at an auction, the contact became aware while attempting to register the vehicle, that the VIN was…”
Jul 27, 2026 · Engine
“Mileage: 31,694 (bought [new]) The engine starter intermittently fails to crank the engine and, per an open manufacturer recall, presents a fire risk while the vehicle is running. On multiple…”

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 2023 BMW X3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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