Comparison
X3 xDrive30e (Phytonic Blue Metallic) vs X3 M40i
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  BMW · 2026 X3 xDrive30e Phytonic Blue Metallic Remove | BMW · 2026 X3 M40i Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | X3 |
| Variant / Trim | xDrive30e | M40i |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle class | Crossover | Crossover |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Powertrain | PHEV | ICE |
| Segment | D | D |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | On sale | On sale |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Phytonic Blue Metallic | Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Phytonic Blue Metallic, Sunstone Metallic |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | B46 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo + electric motor | B58 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Displacement | 1,998 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Cylinders | — | 6 |
| Aspiration | — | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 292 hp | 360 hp▲ best |
| Max torque | 550 Nm▲ best | 500 Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic | 8-speed Steptronic Sport |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.1 s | 4.9 s▲ best |
| Top speed | 210 km/h | 250 km/h▲ best |
| Fuel consumption | 1 L/100km▲ best | 8.8 L/100km |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery capacity (usable) | 18.7 kWh | — |
| Range (WLTP) | 78 km | — |
| Electric-only range | 78 km | — |
| AC charging power | 7.4 kW | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,708 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,891 mm | 1,891 mm |
| Height | 1,676 mm | 1,676 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,864 mm | 2,864 mm |
| Ground clearance | 204 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb weight | 2,035 kg | 1,935 kg |
| Boot capacity | 550 L | 550 L |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 65 L▲ best |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | Double-wishbone | Double-wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Solid discs | Solid discs |
| Wheel size | 19 in | 20 in |
| Tyre size | 225/60 R18 | 225/60 R18 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Synthetic leather | Leather |
| Climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Panoramic roof | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
| Speakers | 12 | 12 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ADAS level | L2 | L2 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking sensors | Front & rear | Front & rear |
| ISOFIX points | 2 | 2 |
| Tyre-pressure monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty & Ownership | ||
| Vehicle warranty (years) | 3 yr | 3 yr |
| Vehicle warranty (distance) | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Battery warranty (years) | 8 yr | — |