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    2018 BMW X3

    The 2018 BMW X3 is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $92,850 for the Xline variant and topping out at $125,200 for the base variant.

    There are 4 variants of the X3 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2017.

    The 2018 X3 was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the BMW X3 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (140kW/400Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (185kW/350Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (265kW/500Nm), 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (240kW/680Nm) and 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (240kW/680Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $92,850 - $125,200
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Premium Unleaded, or Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $92,850 - $125,200
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Premium Unleaded, or Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2018 BMW X3

    Available Variants

    The BMW X3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Xline and the most expensive being Base.

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    Power to Weight
    81.16 - 140.58 kW/t
    61.62 kW/t
    168.31 kW/t
    Boot Space
    550 litres
    251 litres
    780 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.7 - 8.9 L/100km
    2.1 L/100km
    9.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    730 - 1,175 km
    714 km
    1,333 km
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 5 years
    2 years
    4 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,300 - 2,455 kg
    1,950 kg
    2,750 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,000 kg
    1,340 kg
    2,400 kg
    Approach Angle
    25.6 - 25.7°
    16.4°
    25.7°
    Departure Angle
    22.6 - 23.4°
    18.3°
    33°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    204 - 212 mm
    155 mm
    236 mm
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    2018 BMW X3

    Historical Information

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    Base

    2025

    $97,900

    Base

    2023

    $109,300

    M Sport

    2023

    $117,700

    Year
    2025
    2023
    Engine Type
    2.0L Mhev
    2.0L Phev
    3.0L Mhev
    2.0L Combustion
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Diesel
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    153 kW
    220 kW
    293 kW
    140 kW
    215 kW

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    2018 BMW X3

    Dimensions

    4,648 mm
    1,881 mm
    1,675 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,648 mm
    Overall Width1,881 mm
    Overall Height1,675 mm
    Wheelbase2,810 mm
    Load Capacity575 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2018 BMW X3

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW X3 is the Xline variant that starts from $92,850.

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    The most expensive BMW X3 is the base variant that starts from $125,200.

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    The best towing capacity of a BMW X3 is 2000 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest BMW X3 is the base variant which measures 1897mm wide, 4716mm in length and sits 1676mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X3 is the base variant which has 265kW of power and 500nm of torque.

    The BMW X3 is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest BMW X3 is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2455 kg.

    The BMW X3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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