Author: Gary WhiteSince 2003, the BMW X3 has stood for 'sheer driving pleasure' like hardly any other SUV. Nothing has changed in the current generation either. In fact, it gets even better. So good that the competitors Audi Q5 and Mercedes GLC find it difficult to keep up in terms of driving and cornering dynamics.
The X3 chassis, which tends to be rear-heavy, the binding traction of the all-wheel drive, the finely balanced steering and the four- and six-cylinder engines with up to 286 hp move the X3 in the third series very dynamically around corners. In its proportions, BMW's SUV is reminiscent of the previous model, but it has increased significantly in length (4.71 m), width (1.89 m) and height (1.68 m). The wheelbase, which has grown to 2.86 meters, was good for driving comfort and, above all, for the interior space. The volume of the trunk has not changed (volume: 550 litres).
In the previous generation, the X3 was one of the more compact examples in BMW's SUV range. Today he presents himself more mature. You sit comfortably in the front and noticeably more comfortably behind it than before. The array of driver assistance systems and infotainment now reaches the high level of BMW's 5 Series
The BMW X3 is a mid-size SUV and has always been highly competitive - even among the premium brands. The Audi Q5 and Mercedes GLC set the standard in terms of quality and comfort but the BMW X3 holds its own against these big players. The latest model of the X3 is visually only slightly changed. It now has standard 18-inch tires, the front is steeper and the engine is a bit more powerful. It size proportions have hardly changed, but because it is now on the platform of the large sedans, it has become seven centimeters longer and almost two centimeters wider and higher.
BMW X3 Towing Capacity By Year
| Year | Max Unbraked Towing Capacity | Braked Towing Capacity From | Max Braked Towing Capacity |
| 2023 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2022 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2021 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2600kg |
| 2020 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2600kg |
| 2019 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2600kg |
| 2018 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2017 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2016 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2015 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2014 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2013 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2012 BMW X3 | 750kg | 2000kg | 2000kg |
| 2011 BMW X3 | 750kg | 1700kg | 2000kg |
| 2010 BMW X3 | 750kg | 1700kg | 1800kg |
Is BMW X3 good for towing?
Yes and this is largely thanks to the eight different engines currently availabl. There are four petrol engines with an output of 184 hp in the xDrive 20i up to a crazy 510 hp in the X3M Competition, three diesels, whose spectrum ranges from 190 hp in the xDrive 20d to 340 hp (M40d) and the 292 hp -Plug-in.
How much can a BMW X3 tow?
Below you will find the towing capacity for every year, model and trim of BMW X3 we have managed to research for you. As well as providing the braked towing capacity for your BMW x3, where data is available we also have also listed the BMW x3's unbraked towing capacity.
Here is a full list of the Unbraked and Braked Towing Capacity for the BMW x3. If you cannot find the BMW x3 you are looking for please drop us a email and we will add this to the list.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the towing weights provided on this website are accurate, we always recommend checking the vehicle log book (V5) for the official towing capacity. We accept no responsibility if the towing weights provided on this website are incorrect.
| Car Make & Model | Max Towing Weight - Unbraked | Max Towing Capacity - Braked |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 BMW X3 M Competition 3.0L, 8 SPEED AUTO Steptronic SPORT | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 M40I 3.0L, 8 SPEED AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 M40I Frozen Edition 3.0L, 8 SPEED AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Sdrive20I 2.0L, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M Sport 2.0L, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Xdrive30E M Sport (hybrid) 2.0L, 8 SPEED AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Xdrive30I M Sport 2.0L, 8 SPEED AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Xdrive20D 2.0L, Diesel, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Xdrive20D M Sport 2.0L, Diesel, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg |
| 2023 BMW X3 Xdrive30D M Sport 3.0L, Diesel, 8 SPEED AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 2.0d (110 kW/150 hp) (2004 - 2007) | 750kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 2.0d (130 kW/177 hp) (2007 - 2010) | 750kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 2.0d Automatic (130 kW/177 hp) (2007 - 2010) | 750kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 2.0i (110 kW/150 hp) (2005 - 2010) | 750kg | 1600kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i (141 kW/192 hp) (2004 - 2006) | 750kg | 1800kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i Automatic (141 kW/192 hp) (2004 - 2006) | 750kg | 1800kg |
| BMW X3 2.5si (160 kW/218 hp) (2006 - 2010) | 750kg | 1800kg |
| BMW X3 2.5si Automatic (160 kW/218 hp) (2006 - 2010) | 750kg | 1800kg |
| BMW X3 3.0d (150 kW/204 hp) (2004 - 2005) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0d (160 kW/218 hp) (2005 - 2010) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0d Automatic (150 kW/204 hp) (2004 - 2005) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0d Automatic (160 kW/218 hp) (2005 - 2010) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i (170 kW/231 hp) (2004 - 2006) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Automatic (170 kW/231 hp) (2004 - 2006) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0sd Automatic (210 kW/286 hp) (2006 - 2010) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0si (200 kW/272 hp) (2006 - 2010) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 3.0si Automatic (200 kW/272 hp) (2006 - 2010) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 18d (105 kW/143 hp) (2012 - 2014) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 18d (110 kW/150 hp) (2014 - 2017) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 18d (110 kW/150 hp) (2018 - 2021) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 18d (110 kW/150 hp) (2021, 2022, 2023) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 18d Automatic (105 kW/143 hp) (2012 - 2014) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 18d Automatic (110 kW/150 hp) (2014 - 2017) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 20i (125 kW/170 hp) (2019 - 2021) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 sDrive 20i Automatic (135 kW/184 hp) (2014 - 2017) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20d (135 kW/184 hp) (2010 - 2014) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20d (140 kW/190 hp) (2014 - 2017) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20d (140 kW/190 hp) (2017 - 2021) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20d (140 kW/190 hp) (2021, 2022, 2023) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20d Automatic (135 kW/184 hp) (2010 - 2014) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20d Automatic (140 kW/190 hp) (2014 - 2017) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20i (135 kW/184 hp) (2011 - 2017) | 750kg | 2000kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20i (135 kW/184 hp) (2017 - 2021) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20i (135 kW/184 hp) (2021, 2022, 2023) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 20i Automatic (135 kW/184 hp) (2011 - 2017) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 25d (170 kW/231 hp) (2018 - 2021) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 28i Automatic (190 kW/258 hp) (2011 - 2014) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 28i Automatic (180 kW/245 hp) (2014 - 2017) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 30d (195 kW/265 hp) (2017 - 2021) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 30d (210 kW/286 hp) (2021, 2022, 2023) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 30d Automatic (190 kW/258 hp) (2011 - 2017) | 750kg | 2400kg |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive20D 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive30I M Sport 2.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive20D M Sport 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive30E M Sport (hybrid) 2.0L, Premium Unleaded/Electric, 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive30D M Sport 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 M Competition 3.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 Speed, AUTO Steptronic SPORT | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 M40I 3.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Sdrive20I 2.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 Speed Automatic Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M Sport 2.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 Speed Automatic Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 M40I Frozen Edition 3.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive30E M Sport (hybrid) 2.0L, , 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 M Competition 3.0L, , 8 Speed, AUTO Steptronic SPORT | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M Sport 2.0L, , 8 Speed Automatic Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Xdrive30I M Sport 2.0L, , 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 M40I 3.0L, , 8 Speed, AUTO SPORTS MODE | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2022 BMW X3 Sdrive20I 2.0L, , 8 Speed Automatic Steptronic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 M Competition 3.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 M40I 3.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Sdrive20I 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M Sport 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Sdrive20I Xline 2.0L, ULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Xdrive20D 2.0L (Diesel), 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Xdrive20D M Sport 2.0L (Diesel), 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Xdrive20D Xline 2.0L (Diesel), 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Xdrive30D M Sport 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Xdrive30E M Sport (hybrid) 2.0L, Hyb/PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2021 BMW X3 Xdrive30I M Sport 2.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 M Competition 3.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2600kg |
| 2020 BMW X3 M Competition Xdrive 3.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2600kg |
| 2020 BMW X3 M40I 3.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M Sport 2.0L, ULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M-Sport 2.0L, ULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Sdrive20I Xline 2.0L, ULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive20D M Sport 2.0L (Diesel), 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive20D M-Sport 2.0L (Diesel), 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive20D Xline 2.0L (Diesel), 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive30D M Sport 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive30D M-Sport 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive30D Xline 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive30I M Sport 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive30I M-Sport 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2020 BMW X3 Xdrive30I Xline 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 M Competition Xdrive 3.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2600kg |
| 2019 BMW X3 M40I 3.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 M40I IND Collection 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Sdrive 20I 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Sdrive 20I IND Collection 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Sdrive 20I M-Sport 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Sdrive20I 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Sdrive20I M-Sport 2.0L, ULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Sdrive20I Xline 2.0L, ULP, 8 SP | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 20D 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 20D IND Collection 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 20D M-Sport 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 30D 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 30D IND Collection 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 30D M-Sport 3.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 30I 2.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 30I IND Collection 2.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive 30I M-Sport 2.0L, PULP, 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive20D 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| 2019 BMW X3 Xdrive20D M-Sport 2.0L (Diesel), 8 Speed Automatic | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d 5d | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d M Sport (177bhp) 5d | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d M Sport 5d (06) | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d SE (177bhp) 5d | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d SE 5d (06) | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d SE 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d Sport 5d | 720kg | 1700kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d xDrive M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d xDrive M Sport 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d xDrive SE 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d xDrive SE 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d xDrive SE Edition Exclusive 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0d xDrive SE Edition Premium 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0D xDrive20d SE (Dynamic) 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0D xDrive20d SE (Dynamic) 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0D xDrive20d SE Edition Exclusive 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0D xDrive20d SE Edition Premium 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0i 5d | 720kg | 1600kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0i M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1600kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0i SE 5d | 720kg | 1600kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.0i Sport 5d | 720kg | 1600kg |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5 xDrive25i SE (Dynamic) 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5 xDrive25i SE (Dynamic) 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i M Sport 5d Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i SE 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i SE 5d Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i Sport 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i Sport 5d Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i xDrive M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i xDrive M Sport 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i xDrive SE 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5i xDrive SE 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5si M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5si M Sport 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 2.5si SE 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d M Sport 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d M Sport 5d (06) | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d M Sport 5d Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d M Sport 5d Step Auto (06) | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d SE 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d SE 5d (06) | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d SE 5d Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d SE 5d Step Auto (06) | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d Sport 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d Sport 5d Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d xDrive M Sport 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d xDrive M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d xDrive SE 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0d xDrive SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0D xDrive30d SE (Dynamic) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0D xDrive30d SE (Dynamic) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0D xDrive35d SE (Dynamic) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0i M Sport 5d Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0i SE 5d Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0i Sport 5d Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0i xDrive M Sport 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0i xDrive30i SE (Dynamic) 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0sd M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0sd SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0si M Sport 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.0si SE 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.5d xDrive M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) 3.5d xDrive SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) xDrive18d M Sport 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) xDrive18d SE (Dynamic) 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) xDrive18d SE 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) xDrive20d Limited Sport Edition 5d | 720kg | 1800kg (1.8t) |
| BMW X3 (2004 - 2010) xDrive20d Limited Sport Edition 5d Step Auto | 720kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2006) | 750kg | 1400 kg |
| BMW X3 (2008) | 750kg | 1588 kg |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d M Sport (Business Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d M Sport (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d M Sport (Professional Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d M Sport (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d M Sport 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE (06/14-) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE (06/14-) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE (Business Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE (Professional Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) sDrive18d SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerf M Sport (Business Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerf M Sport (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerf M Sport (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerf SE (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerf SE (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance M Sport (Professional Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance M Sport 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance SE (Business Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance SE (Professional Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance SE 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d BluePerformance SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport (Business Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport (Professional Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport 4d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport 4d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d M Sport 5d Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE (06/14-) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE (06/14-) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE (Business Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE (Professional Media) 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d xLine 5d | 750kg | 2000kg (2.0t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive20d xLine 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d M Sport (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d M Sport 4d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d SE (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d SE 4d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d SE(Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive30d xLine 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d M Sport (06/14-) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d M Sport (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d M Sport (Prof Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d M Sport 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d SE (Business Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d SE (Professional Media) 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 (2011 onwards) xDrive35d SE 5d Step Auto | 750kg | 2400kg (2.4t) |
| BMW X3 2.0d (2006) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0D Activity (2007) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0D Activity (2008) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0D Sport (2007) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0D Sport (2008) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0i (2007) | 750kg | 1600 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0i (2008) | 750kg | 1600 kg |
| BMW X3 2.0i (2009) | 750kg | 1602 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i (2005) | 750kg | 1588 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i (2006) | 750kg | 1400 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i (2007) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i (2008) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i (2009) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5i Sports Activity (2004) | 750kg | 1590 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive (2008) | 750kg | 1200 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5si Exclusive Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 1200 kg |
| BMW X3 2.5si Sport Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 1200 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0d (2005) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0d (2006) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D (2007) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D (2008) | 750kg | 2004 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D Activity Automatic (2007) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D Automatic (2007) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D Exclusive Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 1200 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0D Sport Automatic (2007) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i (2005) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i (2006) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i (2008) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i (2009) | 750kg | 2004 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Sport Automatic (2007) | 750kg | 2104 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Sport Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 2104 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Sports Activity (2004) | 750kg | 1588 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Sports Activity (2006) | 750kg | 1588 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Steptronic (2006) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Steptronic (2007) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0i Steptronic (2008) | 750kg | 1800 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0sd (2007) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0si Automatic (2007) | 750kg | 2000 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0si Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 2004 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic (2008) | 750kg | 1200 kg |
| BMW X3 3.0si Sports Activity (2008) | 750kg | 1588 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive20d M Sport 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive20d SE 5dr | 750 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive20d SE 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive20d xLine 5dr | 750 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive20d xLine 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive30d M Sport 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive30d SE 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive30d xLine 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| Bmw X3 DIESEL ESTATE xDrive35d M Sport 5dr Step Auto | 750 kg | 2,400 kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive 30i (2009) | 750kg | 1588 kg |
| BMW X3 xDrive20d SE 5dr Step Auto diesel estate | 750 Kg | 2400 Kg |
How much can a BMW X3 tow?
The maximum unbraked towing capacity of the BMW X3 is 750kg and for a braked trailer it is 200kg / 4,400 pounds.
What weight can a BMW X3 pull?
The BMW X3 has a maximum towing capacity of can 4,400 pounds which is 2000kg (2 tons). This means it is capeable of towing a small boat, camping trailer, twin axle caravans and certain lightweight horse trailers.
Is BMW X3 any good for towing?
Yes, the BMW X3 is widely regarded as a good tow car for medium sized trailers and caravan. This is due to a number of factors including the reliabilty and powerful engines fitted in the cars.
BMW X3 Towing Review
While the BMW X3 is a solid option for towing, many drivers seem to prefer the 5-Series Touring. We found that at a steady speed of 60mph, the X3 was able to maintain stability, but as we pushed it to 70mph, it became less comfortable. Unlike the 5 Touring, crosswinds had a more noticeable effect on the X3.
During our emergency lane-change test, the BMW stayed on course and performed well during hill starts in both forward and reverse. Once the van was unhitched, the X3 really came alive with its strong performance and agile handling.
Passengers and luggage have plenty of space inside, with only one item from our typical load not fitting in. The BMW earned extra points from our practicality judges for its trailer stability program, making it a good choice for those who prioritize safety while towing.
