BMW X3 generations
(Boot space)| Generation year | Boot space |
|---|---|
| X3, Model year 2004 (E83) | 480 l |
| X3, Model year 2006 (E83 (1. Facelift)) | 480 l |
| X3, Model year 2010 (F25) | 550 l |
| X3, Model year 2014 (F25 (1. Facelift)) | 550 l |
| X3, Model year 2017 (G01/F97) | 550 l |
| X3, Model year 2021 (X3 G01/F97 (1. Facelift)) | 550 l |
| X3, Model year 2024 (X3 G45) | 570 l |
The boot space compared to other BMW models
Within the BMW corral, the X3 is the veritable Goldilocks of boot space, finding that 'just right' between excess and insufficiency. Take the dashing BMW X3 M and the X3 M Performance - they all share identical 550-litre capacities, dwarfing their stylish siblings like the Z4 and 1 Series, which offer a mere 281 and 380 litres, respectively. In comparison, the X3 doesn't quite match the Leviathanesque X7's 750 litres, but it can boast over the X2's 470 litres – beating the latter by a suitcase or two.
BMW X3 vs other current cars by BMW
(Boot space)| Variant name | Boot space |
|---|---|
| Z4 M Performance Roadster | 281 l |
| Z4 Roadster | 281 l |
| 2{series} Cabrio | 335 l |
| 2{series} M Performance Cabrio | 335 l |
| 8{series} Cabrio | 350 l |
| 8{series} M Performance Cabrio | 350 l |
| 8{series} M8 Cabrio | 350 l |
| 1{series} | 380 l |
| 1{series} M Performance | 380 l |
| 4{series} Cabrio | 385 l |
| 4{series} M Performance Cabrio | 385 l |
| 4{series} M4 Cabrio | 385 l |
| 2{series} Coupé | 390 l |
| 2{series} M Performance Coupé | 390 l |
| 2{series} M2 Coupé | 390 l |
| 8{series} Coupé | 420 l |
| 8{series} M Performance Coupé | 420 l |
| 8{series} M8 Coupé | 420 l |
| 8{series} Gran Coupé | 440 l |
| 8{series} M Performance Gran Coupé | 440 l |
| 8{series} M8 Gran Coupé | 440 l |
| 4{series} Coupé | 440 l |
| 4{series} M Performance Coupé | 440 l |
| 4{series} M4 Coupé | 440 l |
| 4{series} M4 CSL Coupé | 440 l |
| 3{series} M3 CS Limousine | 445 l |
| 4{series} Gran Coupé | 470 l |
| 4{series} M Performance Gran Coupé | 470 l |
| i4 | 470 l |
| i4 M Performance | 470 l |
| 2{series} Active Tourer | 470 l |
| X2 | 470 l |
| 3{series} Limousine | 480 l |
| 3{series} M Performance Limousine | 480 l |
| 3{series} M3 Limousine | 480 l |
| i5 Limousine | 490 l |
| i5 M Performance Limousine | 490 l |
| iX1 | 490 l |
| 3{series} Touring | 495 l |
| i7 | 500 l |
| i7 M Performance | 500 l |
| iX | 500 l |
| iX M Performance | 500 l |
| 3{series} M Performance Touring | 500 l |
| 3{series} M3 Touring | 500 l |
| iX3 | 510 l |
| 7{series} M Performance | 525 l |
| X4 | 525 l |
| X4 M | 525 l |
| X4 M Performance | 525 l |
| iX2 | 525 l |
| XM | 527 l |
| 5{series} Limousine | 530 l |
| 5{series} M Performance Limousine | 530 l |
| 5{series} M5 CS Limousine | 530 l |
| 5{series} M5 Limousine | 530 l |
| 7{series} | 540 l |
| X1 | 540 l |
| X1 M Performance | 540 l |
| X3 | 550 l |
| X3 M | 550 l |
| X3 M Performance | 550 l |
| 5{series} Touring | 560 l |
| i5 M Performance Touring | 570 l |
| i5 Touring | 570 l |
| X6 | 580 l |
| X6 M | 580 l |
| X6 M Performance | 580 l |
| 6{series} GT | 600 l |
| X5 | 650 l |
| X5 M | 650 l |
| X5 M Performance | 650 l |
| X7 | 750 l |
| X7 M Performance | 750 l |
How does the boot space of the BMW X3 compare to it's nearest competitors?
Now let's take the gloves off and pit the X3 against the burgeoning crowd of rival crossover chariots. The X3 outperforms the quirky VW T-Cross and its 455 litres, making the Volkswagen look like it’s on a strict baggage diet. The Volvo XC40 barely trails with 433 litres, but graciously bows to the X3’s superior volume. Locking horns with the Audi Q3, the X3 flexes its 550-litre boot, leaving the Audi's 460 litres somewhat red-faced. However, special mention to the Citroen C5 Aircross, who puffs out its chest with a hefty 580 litres, nudging ahead of the BMW in the boot space battle. And as far as sizeable SUVs go, the BMW X7 still takes the crown within the BMW realm, flaunting a boot that’s yawn-inducingly spacious.
BMW X3 vs. similar cars
(Boot space)| Car model | Boot space |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2005 | 958 l |
| SsangYong Rexton 2003 | 935 l |
| Cadillac XT4 2020 | 637 l |
| Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2013 | 634 l |
| SsangYong Kyron 2005 | 625 l |
| Mercedes-Benz GL-Klasse 2006 | 620 l |
| Audi Q8 2018 | 605 l |
| Ford Edge 2016 | 602 l |
| Hyundai ix55 2009 | 598 l |
| Jaguar E-Pace 2018 | 577 l |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 2019 | 570 l |
| BMW X3 2024 | 570 l |
| ALPINA XD3 2013 | 550 l |
| ALPINA XD4 2018 | 525 l |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 2015 | 505 l |
| Volvo XC60 2008 | 495 l |
| SsangYong Korando 2011 | 486 l |
| Hyundai Santa Fe 2001 | 469 l |
| BMW X5 2000 | 465 l |
| Subaru Solterra 2022 | 452 l |
| Renault Koleos 2008 | 450 l |
| Citroen C-Crosser 2007 | 441 l |
| Infiniti QX30 2016 | 430 l |
| Peugeot 4008 2012 | 416 l |
| Ford Kuga 2008 | 410 l |
| KIA Retona 1999 | 394 l |
| Dodge Nitro 2007 | 389 l |
| Hyundai Tucson 2004 | 325 l |
| SsangYong Actyon 2006 | 321 l |
| Land Rover Freelander 1998 | 311 l |
