Verdict
At RM323,800 for the BMW X3 F25 and RM325,800 for the BMW X3 G45, the RM2,000 gap is small beside the G45’s 310 Nm against 270 Nm, 570-litre boot against 550 litres, and far fuller active-safety suite. Its 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time is only 0.1 seconds ahead, so outright pace is close. For a Malaysian buyer, the newer G45 is the better-equipped daily driver, but the F25 still answers with a 12-speaker HiFi system where the G45 has six speakers.
Pick the BMW X3 F25 if a 12-speaker HiFi system, driver’s-seat memory and front foglamps matter more than driver assistance systems.
Pick the BMW X3 G45 if you want 310 Nm, a 570-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking for only RM2,000 more.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X3 F25 RM323,800; BMW X3 G45 RM325,800.
- Torque: BMW X3 F25 270 Nm at 1,250 rpm; BMW X3 G45 310 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- Dimensions: BMW X3 F25 4,648 mm long and 2,810 mm wheelbase; BMW X3 G45 4,755 mm and 2,865 mm.
- Boot space: BMW X3 F25 550 litres; BMW X3 G45 570 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: BMW X3 F25 18-inch wheels with 245/50R18 tyres; BMW X3 G45 19-inch wheels with 245/50R19 tyres.
- Audio: BMW X3 F25 8.8-inch monitor and 12 speakers; BMW X3 G45 14.9-inch curved display and six speakers.
F25
- 12-speaker HiFi audio system
- Driver’s power-seat memory function
- Front foglamps fitted
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking or lane-keeping steering correction
- No adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera or auto parking
- 270 Nm and 550 litres trail the G45’s 310 Nm and 570 litres
G45
- 310 Nm mild-hybrid-assisted petrol powertrain
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- Six-speaker audio trails the F25’s 12-speaker HiFi system
- No front foglamps, while the F25 has them
- No Tiptronic function listed, unlike the F25
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM323,800✓ | RM325,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp at 5,000 rpm | 188 hp at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,250 rpm | 310 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90.1 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic | 8-speed Steptronic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 215 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 175 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,648 mm | 4,755 mm |
| Width | 1,881 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,675 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,810 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 67 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R18 | 245/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R18 | 245/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" V Spoke Style 307 Alloy | 19" Y-spoke M Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" V Spoke Style 307 Alloy | 19" Y-spoke M Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED light bar with normal bulb brake light | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, 8.8" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 12 Speaker HiFi System | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 6 Speaker |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km BMW Service + Repair Inclusive, with option for an additional 2-year/40,000 km extension | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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F25 vs G45 FAQ
Is the BMW X3 F25 or BMW X3 G45 better?
The BMW X3 G45 is the stronger choice. It costs only RM2,000 more but adds 40 Nm, 20 litres of boot space, adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X3 G45 costs RM2,000 more than the BMW X3 F25.
Which X3 has better safety equipment?
The BMW X3 G45 has the better safety specification, adding autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction and all-seat belt reminders. Both have six airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.
