2023 BMW X3 M Competition
The 2023 BMW X3 M Competition is a SUV. It has a 3.0-litre turbocharged six-cylinder engine producing 503 hp (375 kW), with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 3.7 seconds and top speed is 155 mph (249 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2023 BMW X3 M COMPETITION
The 2023 BMW X3 M Competition is the most powerful version of the third-generation X3 (F97) in its facelifted form. Its S58 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-six produces 503 hp and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm), with M xDrive all-wheel drive and an eight-speed M Steptronic automatic. BMW quotes 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds, and it is built in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Where 2023 fits
The X3 M Competition launched for the 2020 model year already rated at 503 hp. The 2022 facelift lifted torque from 442 to 479 lb-ft and added slimmer headlights, new rear lights and a larger touchscreen. The 2023 model carried this specification forward as the X3 entered the later stage of its life ahead of the new G45 X3.
What it is like
The Competition adds stiffer settings, larger wheels and gloss-black exterior details over the standard X3 M. Acceleration is close to that of a sports car, and M xDrive is set up with a strong rear bias. The trade-off is a firm ride, though the cabin remains as practical as any X3, with five seats and a folding rear bench.
Buying one today
The S58 engine has no long-established pattern of major faults yet. High-performance tyres and brakes wear quickly and are costly to replace. Look for a full service history and check wheels for kerb damage.
Rivals
Rivals included the Porsche Macan GTS, Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio and Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S.
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 31, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | X3 M Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2023 | Version / Trim | BMW 2023 X3 M Competition |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Dravit Gray Metallic, Phytonic Blue Metallic, Portimao Blue Metallic, San Francisco Red Metallic, Storm Bay Metallic, Brooklyn Gray Metallic, Individual Colours available |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 3,000 cc |
| Power | 503 hp / 375 kW | Torque | 650 Nm / 479 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 3.7 sec | Top Speed | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 15 mpg city / 20 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,864 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,800 kg (3,968 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2023 SUVS
Compared with other 2023 SUVs in our database, its 503 hp is 56% more than the average 2023 SUV (321 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.5 seconds quicker than average, and it is 8% lighter than the typical SUV.
| 2023 BMW X3 M Competition | Average 2023 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 503 hp | 321 hp (130 cars) | +56% |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 442 Nm (130 cars) | +47% |
| 0–60 mph | 3.7 s | 6.2 s (133 cars) | -40% |
| Top speed | 155 mph | 128 mph (133 cars) | +21% |
| Kerb weight | 1,800 kg | 1,966 kg (141 cars) | -8% |
| Engine size | 3,000 cc | 2,601 cc (104 cars) | +15% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2023 SUVs with similar power to the 2023 BMW X3 M Competition.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 BMW X3 M Competition | 503 hp | 3.7 s | 1,800 kg |
| 2023 BYD Tang DM-i | 505 hp | 4.5 s | 2,190 kg |
| 2023 Nio ES6 100kWh | 483 hp | 4.7 s | 2,170 kg |
| 2023 Aion LX Ultra | 480 hp | 4.0 s | 2,300 kg |
| 2023 Deepal S7 AWD | 476 hp | 4.5 s | 2,085 kg |