2023 BMW X3 xDrive30iFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
21
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
24
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

23.6MPG average-1.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 24 MPG · Owner reported avg: 23.6 MPG

Driving mix: City 40% / Highway 60%

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 23.6 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 24 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
21
Hwy
28
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
$-5,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
369 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.4 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

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,806/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,723/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,430/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,585/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,826/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,819/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,494/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,886/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,715/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,780/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 24 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2023 BMW X3 SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability17.1%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
10
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History4

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems10 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 10 owner complaints for the 2023 BMW X3 xDrive30i. Top reported issues include structure, steering and locks & latches. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Structure
3
Steering
1
Locks & Latches
1
Lighting
1
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
1
Engine
1
Power Train
1
Electrical System
1

2023 BMW X3 xDrive30i problems by category: Structure: 3 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints, Locks & Latches: 1 complaints, Lighting: 1 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 1 complaints, Engine: 1 complaints, Power Train: 1 complaints, Electrical System: 1 complaints.

2
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
1
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 05/13/2026ODI#11737666
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V056000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dea…
SteeringFiled: 03/11/2025ODI#11647640
On the evening of Wednesday March 6th 2025, as I turned into the street where I live, my car became difficult to steer. It felt like I had developed a front flat tire on one side, but there was no in…
StructureFiled: 10/06/20241 InjuryODI#11618362
As I was driving today in the freeway my sunroof exploded. As far as I can tell, It was not caused by rocks or other cars, it just exploded putting my wife and I in a dangerous situation having to pa…

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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