2024 BMW X3
2024 BMW X3 — The BMW X3 is a compact luxury crossover SUV manufactured by BMW since 2003, based on the BMW 3 Series platform.
Trim: xDrive30
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2024 BMW X3 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2024 BMW X3 typically asks about $34,000 versus a $48,500 starting MSRP when new — roughly 70% retained. The 2024 BMW X3 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Steering) and 34 owner complaints. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$34,000
70% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$48,500
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
4
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
34
Top: Electrical System
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2024 X3?
Yes — 4 recall campaigns and 34 owner complaints for the 2024 BMW X3. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Steering
2026-08-12
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
Campaign 26V524000
Electrical System
2026-07-08
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series Coupe, 3 Series, 2021-2025 X4, and 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all…
Campaign 26V438000
Latches/Locks/Linkages
2025-02-20
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
Campaign 25V106000
Steering
2023-11-16
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
Campaign 23V770000
Owner complaints
34 complaints · 4 crash-related · 2 injuries reported. Top components:
- Electrical System7
- Back Over Prevention5
- Latches/Locks/Linkages4
- Power Train3
- Unknown Or Other3
- Steering2
- Structure2
- Vehicle Speed Control2
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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How much does a used 2024 X3 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $34,000 in typical used asking against a $48,500 starting MSRP — roughly 70% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $48,500
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $34,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 70% of MSRP
~$14,500 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2024 X3?
The 2024 BMW X3 sits 2 model years behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2024 BMW X3 continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The BMW X3 is a compact luxury crossover SUV manufactured by BMW since 2003, based on the BMW 3 Series platform. BMW markets the car as a Sports Activity Vehicle, the company's proprietary descriptor for its X-line luxury vehicles. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2024 configuration (2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 5/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5. For the 2024 model year, published dimensions include overall length 185.4 in, width 74.4 in, height 66.1 in, and wheelbase 112.6 in, with curb weight around 4228.5 lb. Rated configurations include: 2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD; 2024 BMW X3 SUV RWD.
- 4 NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 5/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- Wheelbase 112.6 in
- Curb weight about 4228.5 lb
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2024 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 255 hp, 26 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
255 hp
Combined MPG
26 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2024 selected trim (26 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,615
5-year energy
$8,077
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 26 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Width
- 74.4 in
- Height
- 66.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 112.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4228.5 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 23
- Highway MPG
- 29
- Combined MPG
- 26
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 5 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | xDrive30 | X3 M |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 503 hp |
| Combined MPG | 26 | — |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255 | — | — | 26 | AWD | |
| 503 | — | — | — | AWD |