[-JLT-]

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Just saw and test-drove the new 2025 BMW X3 M50 in person. Long story short, it looks better in person than in pics. Front end is much better looking in person. Still not sure if I’ll pull the trigger but the door is still open. Gonna check out and test-drive other rides when time comes for a new ride and decide then.

Biggest surprise to me was the interior. I really thought it was gonna look a lot worse than it was. Definitely would have preferred the G01 interior but it is what it is. I can’t believe I’m saying this but I would get the woven dash over the very cheap looking upholstery panel dash. A win by default I guess. Steering wheel is nice and thick, like an /// M wheel should be.

Regarding the way it drives, it doesn’t disappoint. The B58 motor is one of the best around. Less pumped in sound, which is a good thing. Drives good, suspension is good too.

Here are some pics I took.













More photos from throught the thread:

[-JLT-]

Interior pics

[myg45]

Originally Posted by -JLT-

Interior pics

How are the seats? Comfy? Where is the dealership that you visit?
Thanks.

[MidnightLight]

Thanks for the report! Very intrigued by your opinion on the fabric dash. What was your initial impression of how durable and maintainable it seems?

[puckhead85]

Is it me or does the X3 look a lot bigger then the old X4 (X4M)

[wartnig]

What a great little refreshing write up. Good to hear someone talk about the way the car actually drives, rather than focusing on door handles.
The fire / vegas red looks great in your photos! Really nice colour!

[avi66]

Originally Posted by Stephenkward

What a great little refreshing write up. Good to hear someone talk about the way the car actually drives, rather than focusing on door handles.
The fire / vegas red looks great in your photos! Really nice colour!

Was there really any doubt the car would drive ok ? Seriously…..

[-JLT-]

Originally Posted by myg45

How are the seats? Comfy? Where is the dealership that you visit?
Thanks.

Seats were good and comfortable. Knauz.

Originally Posted by MidnightLight

Thanks for the report! Very intrigued by your opinion on the fabric dash. What was your initial impression of how durable and maintainable it seems?

Fabric was very sturdy and tight. Should last a long time with no issues.

[ASAP]

The colors of this version of the interior make it look a little more expensive... also B58 not S58. To be fair tho, your X4M behind it looks like a sleek beast in comparison.

[nyalpine90]

Originally Posted by puckhead85

Is it me or does the X3 look a lot bigger then the old X4 (X4M)

i was just going to mention this...front looks longer

[-JLT-]

Originally Posted by ASAP

The colors of this version of the interior make it look a little more expensive... also B58 not S58. To be fair tho, your X4M behind it looks like a sleek beast in comparison.

brain fart. corrected. i agree, that interior color w/ Merino leather looks more premium.

[-JLT-]

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

i was just going to mention this...front looks longer

yup, never been a fan of long hoods ahead of A pillar

[avi66]

Originally Posted by -JLT-

yup, never been a fan of long hoods ahead of A pillar

Looks out of proportion imo, and that flat front end.

[5Zigen]

In the picture, I find the proportions and aggressiveness of the X4M much more pleasing than the M50.

[Sportstick]

Please excuse the editorial license in reversing the original photo above, but this seemed an interesting comparitive set-up. Purely subjective, but if you didn't know which was new vs. prior, how do preferences run? The G45 flatness of the side and front fascia, reduced wheel well opening detail, the emphasized rear upsweep at the taillamp, and the bulkier front with the clamshell hood catch my eye, but not as preferences. I do like that the new rear door window is one piece without a divider. I'm surprised how much impact the lack of the front fender grille insert has on the overall lack of visual interest on the side. From an ergonomics point of view, the G01 door handles can be grabbed more naturally. N=1 anectotal reaction before even considering the interior.

[MidnightLight]

Looks beautiful. The illuminated front grill adds a surprisingly large amount of character to the look.

[PfizerP]

Nice! I think all of these new BMWs look better in person. I know everyone hates on the X2 here, but I saw one on display at the BER airport, in red, and I thought it looked pretty good . I'm still not the biggest fan of the huge grille on the current gen M3/M4, but in person, somehow it works.

[PfizerP]

Originally Posted by -JLT-

Interior pics

The passenger side dash portion, right above the glove box, needed a trim piece or a stiched design. It just looks blank to me.

[Mavus]

Originally Posted by PfizerP

The passenger side dash portion, right above the glove box, needed a trim piece or a stiched design. It just looks blank to me.

exactly and then continue that line from the trim to the doors vs having floating “greater and less than” signs on doors that don’t connect to anything and clash with dash design. No style at all! Not everybody wants circus in the cabin.

[nyalpine90]

kinda resembles


a


range rover

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

kinda resembles


a


range rover

I can see that; especially, the front when viewing from the side profile.

[Mavus]

major design flaw is the door handle especially for shorter folks. why fix smthg that wasn’t broken??