2021 BMW X3 xDrive30eFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2021 BMW X3 xDrive30e

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City
21
MPGe
Highway
27
MPGe
Combined
24
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
340 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
3 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
56.0
City 57.0 / Hwy 54.0 kWh
Electric Motor
80 kW DCPM

EPA-estimated range of 340 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 3 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 56.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

23.8MPG average-0.8% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 24 MPG · Owner reported avg: 23.8 MPG

Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 23.8 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 24 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid
City
21
Hwy
27
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,400

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 7/10
GHG Score: 9/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
204 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
7.4 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
56 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
57 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
54 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems93 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 93 owner complaints for the 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30e. Top reported issues include electrical system, engine and structure. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
26
Engine
19
Structure
11
Speed Control
8
Brakes
6
Lighting
5
Fuel System
5
Power Train
5

2021 BMW X3 xDrive30e problems by category: Electrical System: 26 complaints, Engine: 19 complaints, Structure: 11 complaints, Speed Control: 8 complaints, Brakes: 6 complaints, Lighting: 5 complaints, Fuel System: 5 complaints, Power Train: 5 complaints.

5
Crashes Reported
3
Fires Reported
1
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Other / UnknownFiled: 01/20/2026ODI#11712290
To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this formal safety complaint regarding my 2021 BMW X3, which is currently subject to an active safety recall involving a potential engine starter defect that ma…
Electrical SystemFiled: 05/18/2023ODI#11522586
The BMW X3 went in for a recall to reprogram the DME. After updating the DME software by BMW the DME was no longer talking to other modules. The BMW Assistant Service Manager said and I quote him "IT'…
StructureFiled: 11/15/2021ODI#11440495
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact stated that the tailgate would fall on the contact without warning upon use. On one occasion, the tailgate had fallen on her left arm and the contact had to…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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