The engine options available for the BMW X3 vary depending on the model year and trim level. Here are some of the engine options that have been available for the X3 over the years:
- 2.0L inline-4 cylinder: This engine has been available for the X3 since its introduction in 2004 and continues to be offered in the current generation. It produces around 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
- 3.0L inline-6 cylinder: This engine was offered in the first two generations of the X3 and produced around 260 horsepower and 220 lb-ft of torque.
- 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 cylinder: This engine was introduced in the second generation X3 and produced around 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.
- 4.0L V8: This engine was briefly offered in the second generation X3 and produced around 350 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.
- 2.0L turbocharged diesel inline-4 cylinder: This engine was offered in the second generation X3 and produced around 180 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.
- 3.0L turbocharged diesel inline-6 cylinder: This engine was also offered in the second generation X3 and produced around 250 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque.
- 2.0L turbocharged gasoline inline-4 cylinder: This engine was introduced in the third generation X3 and produces around 248 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
- 3.0L turbocharged gasoline inline-6 cylinder: This engine is also available in the third generation X3 and produces around 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.
- 2.0L turbocharged plug-in hybrid inline-4 cylinder: This engine was introduced in the third generation X3 and produces around 248 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, along with an electric motor that adds an additional 107 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque.
