BMW X3 Horsepower & Torque (2004 - 2025): How Much Power Does A X3 Have?

The BMW X3, introduced in 2003, was the first mid-size premium SUV, establishing a new standard in the luxury SUV market and inspiring competitors like the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class.

Performance has advanced significantly since its debut, starting with a 2.5L inline-6 engine producing 180 horsepower in 2004.

By 2025, the X3 offers a 3.0L hybrid turbocharged engine delivering 393 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque, paired with BMW's xDrive (all-wheel drive) system and an 8-speed automatic transmission.

High-performance trims, like the 2020 model with 503 horsepower, and the introduction of the all-electric iX3 highlight BMW's innovation and versatility in the segment.

Scroll down to explore the full horsepower and torque data for each model year.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

Fourth Generation: 2024-2025

2025 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 features a hybrid engine configuration with options of a 2.0L engine producing 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, or a 3.0L engine generating 393 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque.

Both configurations utilize an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and are paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2024 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2024 BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 248 hp with a 2.0L engine in a rear-wheel drive configuration to 473 hp with a 3.0L TwinPower engine in an all-wheel drive setup. Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 457 lb-ft with the 3.0L TwinPower engine, both paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

Third Generation: 2017-2023

2023 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2023 BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 248 hp with a 2.0L engine to 473 hp with a 3.0L engine.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 457 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.

2022 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2022 BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 248 hp with a 2.0L engine to 473 hp with a 3.0L engine.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 457 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive configuration.

2021 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 248 hp with a 2.0L engine in a 2WD configuration to 473 hp with a 3.0L engine in an AWD setup.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 442 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2020 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 248 hp with the 2.0L engine to 503 hp with the 3.0L engine.

Torque varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 442 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine.

It features both 2WD and AWD drivetrains, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2019 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine producing 248 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, consistent across configurations.

It is available with both 2WD and AWD drivetrain options and features an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2018 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2018 BMW X3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine that produces a consistent output of 248 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2017 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 180 hp with a 2.0L inline-4 engine to 300 hp with a 3.0L inline-6 engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in a 2WD configuration to 300 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine in an AWD configuration.

Second Generation: 2010-2016

2016 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 180 hp with a 2.0L inline-4 engine to 300 hp with a 3.0L inline-6 engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Torque output varies from 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in a 2WD configuration to 300 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine in an AWD configuration.

2015 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 180 hp with a 2.0L inline-4 engine to 300 hp with a 3.0L inline-6 engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Torque output varies from 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in a 2WD configuration to 300 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine in an AWD configuration.

2014 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 features a horsepower range from 240 hp with a 2.0L inline-4 engine to 300 hp with a 3.0L inline-6 engine, both equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD).

Torque output varies from 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 300 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine, both utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2013 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 offers a horsepower range from 240 hp with a 2.0L engine to 306 hp with a 3.0L engine, both utilizing an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration.

Torque output varies from 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 300 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine, both paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2012 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 features a 3.0L engine with a horsepower range of 258 hp to 306 hp, depending on the engine configuration.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft to 300 lb-ft, also based on the engine configuration.

All variants are equipped with an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2011 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 features a 3.0L engine with a horsepower range of 240 hp to 300 hp, depending on the configuration.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft to 300 lb-ft, both utilizing an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2010 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a 3.0L engine producing a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

First Generation: 2003-2009

2009 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a 3.0L engine producing a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2008 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a 3.0L engine that produces a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2007 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a 3.0L engine that produces a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2006 BMW X3 Horsepower

The 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a 3.0L inline 6-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 225 horsepower and 214 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2005 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 features a horsepower range from 184 hp with a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine to 225 hp with a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine, both equipped with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.

Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 214 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

2004 BMW X3 Horsepower

The BMW X3 is equipped with a 2.5L or 3.0L 6-cylinder engine, producing a horsepower range of 184 hp to 225 hp, with the higher output resulting from the larger engine size.

Torque varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 214 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine, both utilizing an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration.

The vehicle features a 6-speed manual transmission across both engine options.