BMW X3 (E83, facelift 2006) 35d (286 hp) xDrive Automatic

Diesel engine with 286 hp (210 kW) and 428 lb-ft (580 Nm), built 2008–2010, SUV body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power286 hp (210 kW)
Torque428 lb-ft (580 Nm)
0–62 mph6.4 s
Top speed149 mph (240 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version35d (286 hp) xDrive Automatic
Engine codeM57D30
Displacement3.0 L (2,993 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio17
Bore84 mm
Stroke90 mm
Engine oil capacity7.9 qt (7.5 l)

Performance

Power286 hp (210 kW) @ 4400 rpm
Torque428 lb-ft (580 Nm) @ 1750-2250 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.4 s
Top speed149 mph (240 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City24 mpg (9.7 l/100 km)
Highway30 mpg (7.8 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions335 g/mi (208 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank17.7 gal (67 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSUV
Doors5
Length179.9 in (4,569 mm)
Width73.0 in (1,853 mm)
Height65.9 in (1,674 mm)
Curb weight4,134 lb (1,875 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,258 lb (2,385 kg)
Cargo volume17.0 cu ft (480 l)
Drag coefficient0.35

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringElectric power steering
Tires235/50 R18
Wheels8J x 18
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a BMW X3 with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other BMW X3 (E83, facelift 2006) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0d (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.0i (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.5si (218 hp)Gasoline218 hp (160 kW)
2.5si (218 hp) AutomaticGasoline218 hp (160 kW)
3.0d (218 hp)Diesel218 hp (160 kW)
3.0d (218 hp) AutomaticDiesel218 hp (160 kW)
3.0sd (286 hp) AutomaticDiesel286 hp (210 kW)
3.0si (272 hp)Gasoline272 hp (200 kW)
3.0si (272 hp) AutomaticGasoline272 hp (200 kW)
2.0d (177 hp)Diesel177 hp (130 kW)
2.0d (177 hp) AutomaticDiesel177 hp (130 kW)
20i (150 hp) xDriveGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
25i (218 hp) xDriveGasoline218 hp (160 kW)
25i (218 hp) xDrive AutomaticGasoline218 hp (160 kW)
30d (218 hp) xDriveDiesel218 hp (160 kW)
30d (218 hp) xDrive AutomaticDiesel218 hp (160 kW)
30i (272 hp) xDriveGasoline272 hp (200 kW)
30i (272 hp) xDrive AutomaticGasoline272 hp (200 kW)
18d (143 hp) xDriveDiesel143 hp (105 kW)

← All BMW X3 (E83, facelift 2006) engines

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