BMW X3 M F97 Crossover (2019-2021)
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BMW X3 M F97 is a high-performance compact crossover in production from 2019 to 2021. It was available with two tunes of S58 turbocharged inline-6 petrol engine that displaced 3.0 liters.
The first X3 to join the BMW M lineup, the F97 X3 M adds some relatively subtle visual cues while greatly up-rating the output of the standard B58B30 engine. This is partly thanks to a new twin-turbo setup.
Owners may find that at speed the vehicle consumes a lot more than the numbers indicate, thanks to a disappointing 0.36 coefficient of drag to show for it.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the BMW X3 M comes with double-wishbone at the front and multi-link at the rear.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 74% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Superb S58 twin-turbo I6 engine
- Spotless styling
Cons
- High 0.36 drag coefficient
- Why not buy an M3?
What external reviewers found***
External score 67% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent infotainment tech
- Excellent infotainment system
- Gorgeous interior
- Comfortable ride
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Poor ride quality
- Not the most fun to drive
- Too lazy for the motor
- M Sport seats are too firm for a daily driver
- No two-wheel drive
- Lack of pliancy on big rims
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Specifications
| X3 M | X3 M Competition | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Capacity | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cargo Capacity | 550 L / 19.4 cu-ft ~ 1600 L / 56.5 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.0 L / 7.4 qt | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Capacity | 65.0 L / 17.2 gal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Passengers | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payload | 530 kg / 1168 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Rear | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Front | Double-wishbone | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Rear | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tire Size | 255/45 R20 105Y, 265/45 R20 108Y | 255/40 R21 102Y, 265/40 R21 105Y | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turning Circle | 12.6 m / 41.3 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Style | 5-door Crossover | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Height | 1667 mm / 65.6 in | 1669 mm / 65.7 in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Length | 4726 mm / 186.1 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Width | 1897 mm / 74.7 in | 2131 mm / 83.9 in (mirror unfolded) | 1897 mm / 74.7 in | 2138 mm / 84.2 in (mirror unfolded) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Front | 1623.0 mm / 63.9 in | 1617.0 mm / 63.7 in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Rear | 1602.0 mm / 63.1 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 1970.0 kg / 4343.1 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Size | 9J x 20, 10J x 20 | 9.5J x 21, 10J x 21 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2864 mm / 112.8 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 4.2 sec | 4.1 sec | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 4.0 sec | 3.9 sec | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 Emission | 239 g/km | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coefficient Of Drag | 0.36 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Economy | 10.5 L/100km / 22.4 MPG (combined) | 12.9 L/100km / 18.2 MPG (urban) | 8.7 L/100km / 27.0 MPG (highway) | 10.5 L/100km / 22.4 MPG (combined) | 12.8 L/100km / 18.4 MPG (urban) | 8.8 L/100km / 26.7 MPG (highway) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top Speed | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 2500 kg / 5512 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Emission Standard | Euro 6d-Temp | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | S58B30 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Bore | 84.0 mm / 3.3 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Displacement | 3.0 L / 182.6 cu-in / 2993.0 cc | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Power | 480.0 hp / 357.9 kW @ 6250 rpm | 510.0 hp / 380.3 kW @ 6250 rpm | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Specific Output | 160.4 hp/L / 2.6 hp/cu-in | 170.4 hp/L / 2.8 hp/cu-in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Stroke | 90.0 mm / 3.5 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Torque | 600 Nm / 442.5 lb-ft @ 2600-5600 rpm | 600 Nm / 442.5 lb-ft @ 2600-5950 rpm | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Type | Twin-scroll turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-6 engine with 4 values per cylinder | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Gears | 8-speed | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Type | Automatic Steptronic | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Availability | 2019 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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autocar[1]
Reviewer score 57%Twin-turbocharged S58 does an uncanny impression of a naturally aspirated motor, with none of the mid-range shove exhibited by its rivals. Handling is as precise as you’d expect from a car wearing an M badge, with the kind of grip and body control that lets you drive with real conviction. Quilted seats sculpted to keep you in place through the corners, but more enveloping over long distances than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio’s carbonfibre-backed buckets.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful twin-turbo V6
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Poor ride quality
- Damped suspension
autoexpress[2]
Reviewer score 70%In Competition spec the X3 M serves up 503bhp and 600Nm of torque. This is the same output as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio and the V8-engined Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S. The new engine is the most powerful straight-six ever concocted for an M car, enabling 0-62mph in just 4.1 seconds.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful straight-six
- Comfortable to drive
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- Too lazy for the motor
- Not the most fun to drive
carmagazine[3]
Reviewer score 76%The BMW X3 M rides stiffly across most road surfaces. On the big rims, it just lacks some of the pliancy needed to cope with broken blacktop. It's not unusable but those after a powerful, everyday X3 will be better served by one of the faster models in the standard range.
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Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Powerful engine
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Lack of pliancy on big rims
- No two-wheel drive
cnet[4]
Reviewer score 68%The 2020 BMW X3 M Competition is an absolute blast to drive. It's still 4,620 pounds of fun on public roads, but you really need a track. The suspension, even in its Comfort setting, is firmer than many cars' Sport setting. The firm ride also creates more road noise.
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Pros
- Gorgeous interior
- Fun to drive
- Excellent infotainment tech
Cons
- Loud, bumpy cabin
- M Sport seats are too firm for a daily driver
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References
- ^ BMW X3 M Competition 2019 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/x3-m/first-drives/bmw-x3-m-competition-2019-uk-review. 2019-10-03. Retrieved 2022-03-11.
- ^ New BMW X3 M 2019 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/x3/107163/new-bmw-x3-m-2019-review. 2019-06-17. Retrieved 2022-03-11.
- ^ BMW X3 M Competition review - a 503bhp sledgehammer SUV. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/x3-m/. 2019-12-22. Retrieved 2022-03-11.
- ^ 2020 BMW X3 M Competition review: Crazy-fast crossover is just plain crazy. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2020-bmw-x3-m-competition-sports-activity-vehicle-review/. 2020-02-06. Retrieved 2022-03-11.
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