BMW has made a name for itself with sports limousines and coupés, but in 2025 SUVs are of crucial importance for the success of the company. The “G45” X3 has to fill big shoes because it replaces the company’s best -selling product in 2023. This is correct-die “G01” exceeded the 3 Series sedan and equipped over 350,000 units. Detailed sales figures for 2024 have not yet been published, but we imagine that the previous gene X3 was easy in the top 3.
The fourth generation luxury crossover recently celebrated its French premiere. On this occasion, the regional BMW branch organized a photo shoot with a high-end version. No, it is not the M -Performance version, but this X3 configuration is anything but fundamental. For the beginning it is the XDRIVE30E with a plug-in hybrid drive train. There is also the M Sport package, as it is designated by the strangely placed M badge on the cap that covers the charging connection.
The Dune Gray Paint and two -tone single wheels are new for the X3 “G45”. The chic SUV sits on a stately 21-inch set with an aerodynamic design. BMW deleted the visible exhaust tips and decided to show the exhaust only for M performance and M models. To compensate for, the X3 M50 that we previously mentioned is now rocking a quad setup. Overall, they would be forgiven that they would think that the X3 had only experienced a life cycle impulse.
The moment you enter, you will find that it is not a written model. BMW has revised the cabin by integrating access to most functions in the touchscreen. The German luxury brand did not extinguish the Rotary button, making the “G45” the only model with iDrive 9 and the physical dial. Nevertheless, the simplification of the interior is obvious. Some call it minimalism; Others go one step further: cost cut.
BMW France did not affect real leather and instead opted for black Veganza. Alternatively, the vegan padding is also available in beige and Dark Brown. In some areas you can also get fabric seats with or without Alcantara. If you are committed to the M Sport package, M-Bands become the steering wheel with a flat floor and in front of the wireless charging bath. This electrified X3 also has the optional sliding roof and the head-up display.
Photos: BMW France
