X Options
The BMW X3 is, without doubt, the most popular of the BMW SUV range. With a varied option of engines available to you at different price points, it may be difficult to decide which engine is right for you.
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We crunched the numbers and bring you the most important figures you need to know to make your decision.
What Engines are on offer?
18d Diesel engine
Description. - 2.0l in-line, 4 cylinder, turbo diesel
Power. - 110kW
Torque. - 350Nm
Fuel consumption. - 5.3l /100km
20i Petrol engine
Description. - 2.0l, in-line, 4 cylinder, turbo petrol
Power. - 135kW
Torque. - 300Nm
Fuel consumption. - 7.3l / 100km
20d Diesel engine
Description. - 2.0l, in-line,4 cylinder, turbo diesel
Power. - 140kW
Torque. - 400Nm
Fuel consumption. - 5.3l / 100km
30d Diesel engine
Description - 3.0l, in-line, 6 cylinder, turbo diesel
Power. - 195kW
Torque. - 620Nm
Fuel consumption. - 6.6l / 100km
40i Petrol engine
Description - 3.0l, in-line, 6 cylinder, turbo petrol
Power - 285kW
Torque. - 500Nm
Fuel consumption. - 8.9 / 100km
40i Competition Petrol engine
Description - 3.0l, in-line, 6 cylinder, turbo petrol
Power - 375kW
Torque. - 650Nm
Fuel consumption. - 10.6 / 100km
Verdict
Taking all the engine options into account it is plain to see that if you want to enjoy good power and drivability without sacrificing your fuel consumption, diesel is the way to go. If you are however a performance junkie and want all-out speed and power, then the 3l, inline 6 of your dreams is waiting in your nearest Competition model. You can search AutoTrader for the latest used and new X3s and sell your car too.
