BMW X3 2017 M40d
BMW X3 2017 3.0 diesel description
Crossover / SUV BMW X3 2017 M40d has been produced from January, 2020 to December, 2021. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 700 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW X3 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW X3 2017 M40d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW X3 2017 M40d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW X3 2017 M40d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 8.2 litres per 100km.
BMW X3 safety
During safety testing BMW X3 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW X3 is evaluated with outstanding rate 93 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW X3 got 70 points from 100.
BMW X3 safety equipment has been rated as average - 58 percents from 100.

BMW X3 2017 M40d technical data
Model: | BMW X3 M40d | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2020. January ... 2021. December | ||
Engine: | 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 340 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 700 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres (18 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.68m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 204 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1600 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2560 kg |
BMW X3 2017 M40d engine B57D30T0
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2993 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 16 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 200,000 km (specified), 120,000 km (recommended) |
Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
BMW X3 2017 M40d oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 10.4 litres (11 quarts) |
Power | 320 - 340 HP ON 4400 RPM |
Torque | 680 - 700 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2015 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X6 BMW 6 sērija and 4 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All BMW X3 crossover [2017 - 2021] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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BMW X3 2017 2.0 20i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - |
BMW X3 2017 2.0 30i 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | - |
BMW X3 2017 2.0 20d xDrive 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 5.4 l/100km |
BMW X3 2018 2.0 25d 4x4 Jan 2018 — Dec 2021 | 2.0 Diesel | 231 HP | - |
BMW X3 2019 2.0 30e 4x4 Jan 2019 — Dec 2021 | 2.0 Hybrid | 184 HP | - |
BMW X3 2017 3.0 M40i xDrive 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 360 HP | 8.4 l/100km |
BMW X3 2019 3.0 M40i (382 Hp) xDrive Steptronic 4x4
Jan 2019 — Dec 2021 Most powerfull petrol version (382 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 382 HP | 10.2 l/100km |
BMW X3 2017 3.0 30d xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | 5.7 l/100km |
BMW X3 2020 3.0 30d 4x4
Jan 2020 — Dec 2021 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
3.0 Diesel | 286 HP | - |
BMW X3 2018 3.0 M40d 4x4 Jan 2018 — Dec 2021 | 3.0 Diesel | 326 HP | - |
BMW X3 2020 3.0 M40d 4x4
Jan 2020 — Dec 2021 Most powerfull diesel version (340 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 340 HP | - |