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title: "The BMW X3 M Will Be Killed Off: Report"
date: "2024-07-20"
modified: "2024-07-20"
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# The BMW X3 M Will Be Killed Off: Report

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/P90554968_highRes.jpg>)
*BMW*

The [BMW](<https://www.thedrive.com/category/bmw-news>) X3 M first came on the scene in 2019 as a high-performance version of the third-gen X3. If a new report is to be believed, the model will be a one-and-done affair because the company apparently won't be doing an M version of the new fourth-gen crossover. Citing its own "sources," *[BMWBlog](<https://www.bmwblog.com/2024/07/19/no-next-generation-bmw-x3-m-planned/>)* says that BMW has scrapped plans to do a new X3 M based on the [recently unveiled G45-generation 2025 X3](<https://www.thedrive.com/news/2025-bmw-x3>). This comes just weeks after [reports surfaced](<https://www.motor1.com/news/725491/bmw-x4-to-be-discontinued/>) alleging that BMW isn't renewing the X4 either, the slopier-roofed "coupe" version of the X3.

Those looking for a fast BMW compact crossover aren't completely out of luck, though, because the X3 M50 is soldiering on. Powered by the B58 straight-six, the vehicle previously known as the X3 M40i makes 393 horsepower, hits 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, and gets stuff like sport suspension, variable sport steering M Sport brakes, and an M Sport differential. (M Sport blinker fluid, however, is sold separately.)

The last-gen X3 M used the more potent S58 making 503 hp in Competition form and hit 60 mph in 3.7 seconds. It was effectively an M3 on stilts.

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/P90423888_highRes.jpg>)
*2022 BMW X3 M Competition. *BMW* Uwe Fischer*

As for why the X3 M is allegedly getting the axe, *BMWBlog* says it's to make room for an electric iX3 M boasting "at least 600 hp" and based on the brand's Neue Klasse architecture.

We've reached out to BMW for comment and will update this story when we hear back.

*Got a tip or question for the author about the X3? You can reach him here: chris.tsui@thedrive.com*

## Author
Chris Tsui is *The Drive*'s former Reviews Editor and current freelance automotive journalist. He's based in Toronto.

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