2025 BMW X3 40d Shines in Tanzanite Blue, the Diesel America Received’t Get

In the event you want a reminder that BMW nonetheless takes diesel critically, meet the brand new 2025 BMW X3 40d xDrive—noticed in Slovakia sporting BMW Particular person Tanzanite Blue II and looking out each bit the stealth spec. The 40d is a Europe-first (and Europe-mostly) proposition, and it’s not coming to the U.S.however it’s a compelling showcase of why diesel SUVs nonetheless matter in lots of markets.

The 40d powertrain: six cylinders, huge torque, mild-hybrid smoothness

Below the hood sits BMW’s newest B57 3.0-liter inline-six diesel with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system built-in into the 8-speed Steptronic. Output is rated at 303 hp and 670 Nm (495 lb-ft) of torque, good for 0–100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and a 245 km/h (152 mph) prime velocity. Official WLTP mixed consumption lands at a frugal 6.7 L/100 km. It’s the candy spot: long-legged vary, loads of thrust, and relaxed cruising that fits the G45 X3’s extra grown-up vibe.

Why diesel nonetheless matches the transient—in Jap Europe and past

BMW’s determination so as to add a six-cylinder diesel to the brand new X3 household exhibits the continued demand in markets the place diesel stays in style for its torque, towing, and freeway effectivity—assume Jap Europe’s lengthy distances and combined street networks. After all, the plug-in hybrid BMW X3 is one other in style selection in Europe and certain splitting the take charge with the diesels.

The colour that makes the form: Tanzanite Blue II

Tanzanite Blue II is considered one of BMW’s all-time nice deep blues. In direct solar it pops with wealthy sapphire tones; at nightfall it slips towards near-black. On the brand new X3, the colour amplifies the automobile’s clear surfacing and muscular rear haunches. Pair it with the M Sport package deal and Prolonged Shadowline trim—blacked-out grille, window surrounds, mirror caps—and the entire design seems so much sportier.

For 2025, the X3 affords a well-curated vary of paints. Highlights embody:

• Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
• Vegas Crimson Metallic
• Arctic Race Blue Metallic
• Brooklyn Grey Metallic, Dune Grey Metallic, Skyscraper Grey Metallic, Darkish Graphite Metallic
• Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Alpine White
• Frozen finishes like Frozen Deep Grey and Frozen Pure Grey Metallic (availability could fluctuate by trim/area)

It’s a combination that fits the X3’s transfer upmarket whereas nonetheless giving fanatics a number of wilder playing cards—simply sufficient character with out sacrificing resale-friendly staples.

If a six-cylinder diesel is perhaps too wealthy on your style, BMW Germany additionally sells an entry-level 2.0 liter four-cylinder X3 variant. The 2025 X3 20d xDrive produces 197 hp and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. This engine, from BMW’s newest modular engine household, can also be paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system.

(Photographs: BMW Slovakia)