2022 BMW X3 M, X4 M Competition price and specs

BMW Australia is making price and specification announcements left, right and centre for its new 2022 models – now it’s time for the X3 M and X4 M SUVs.

UPDATE, 23/08/2022 – BMW Australia has increased the X3 and X4 M Competition models’ before on-road asking price by $3000.

“BMW constantly reviews its pricing structure throughout the year, taking into consideration a number of different factors,” said a BMW Australia spokesperson.

“However, we always aim to ensure our products remain appropriately positioned and represent a competitive pricing proposition in the market for our customers.”

This price increase follows a similar price rise of $5600 in April 2022.

2022 BMW X3 M, X4 M Competition price and specs — ***Overseas models shown***

The 2022 BMW X3 M and 2022 BMX X4 M complete the local X3/X4 line-ups, with just the top-spec Competition grades to be offered Down Under.

Pricing starts at $166,500 for the X3 M and $173,500 for the X4 M, with updates including a new look, more torque from the 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-six, and enhanced driver assistance systems.

Both models will hit showrooms during the fourth quarter of 2021.

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Pricing

2022 BMW X3 M Competition: $169,500 (+$3000)
2022 BMW X4 M Competition: $176,500 (+$3000)

All prices include GST and LCT, but exclude on-road costs

Engines

The 2022 BMW X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition are powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline six shared with the M3 and M4.

Quoted outputs are 375kW and 650Nm – a 50Nm increase on the pre-facelifted model – with 0-100 taking a claimed 3.8 seconds for both models. That’s 0.4 seconds quicker than before.

Drive is sent to a variable M xDrive all-wheel drive system via an eight-speed ‘Steptronic’ torque converter automatic with paddle shifters.

Fuel Economy

The BMW X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition both have claimed combined cycle fuel consumption of 10.7L/100km.

Dimensions

According to European specifications, the X3 M Competition measures 4716mm long, 1897mm wide and 1669mm tall, with a 2864mm wheelbase.

Meanwhile, the X4 M Competition quotes dimensions of 4754mm/1927mm/1620mm for length/width/height and the wheelbase measures the same 2864mm.

The EU-spec X3 M Competition offers 550L/1600L of cargo space, while the X4 M Competition quotes 525L/1430L.

Warranty and Servicing

BMW Australia covers its line-up with a three-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Servicing can be taken care of as you go or through a pre-paid Service Inclusive plan.

Pricing for the 2022 models is yet to be announced, we’ll update when that information becomes available later this year.

Safety

The X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition are currently unrated by ANCAP or Euro NCAP, though some versions of the X3 and X4 wear five-star ratings.

In terms of category scores, the X3 and X4 managed 93 per cent for adult occupant protection, 84 per cent for child occupant protection, 70 per cent for pedestrian detection and 58 per cent for safety assist.

This rating only applies to xDrive20d and xDrive30i variants in the pre-update line-up, however.

Dual frontal, side chest, side curtain and a driver’s knee airbag are standard.