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BMW X3 gets more powerful six-cylinder engine, Black Package option for 2027

BMW’s compact SUV is getting a few enhancements for the 2027 model year, including an updated straight-six engine with mild hybrid support.

2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive with Black Package front and side
A new Black Package gives the 2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive a sportier appearance. – BMW Group Canada photo

BMW is giving the X3 a few updates for the 2027 model year that should help keep the compact SUV a popular model within the automaker’s lineup.

The biggest change is the increase in power to the SUV’s available six-cylinder engine and the availability of a new Black Package.

2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive with Black Package rear and side
The 2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive gets a noticeable power bump. – BMW Group Canada photo

More powerful straight six

The BMW X3 M50 xDrive, which is powered by a 3-litre TwinPower Turbo straight-six engine with 48-volt mild hybrid support, is getting a 45-hp power increase to 443 hp.

BMW said the 2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive will sprint from zero to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. That time is reduced to 4.1 seconds with a one-foot rollout.

2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive with Black Package interior
The Black Package gives the 2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive a few unique visual elements inside and out. – BMW Group Canada photo

New Black Package

BMW is also offering a new Black Package, but it’s exclusive to the X3 M50 model.

This package gives the SUV new sporty appearance.

It gives the SUV exclusive 22-inch Polygon 1134 M Black light alloy wheels, and other wheels are available as an option.

The M Sport brakes get exclusive high-gloss black finish calipers decorated with a monochrome M logo.

M logos and badges are also finished in high-gloss black with a silver outline.

On the inside, the package gives the SUV black BMW Individual Alcantara around the driver’s side instrument panel, the area in front of the centre display and the smartphone tray.

The material is also used on the door trims and armrest in the centre console.

The M logo on the headrests in embossed on the Alcantara surface and the black Alcantara/Veganza seat covers get blue stitching and piping.

The black floor mats with black piping get a flag in M colours.

Certain control elements get embellished with BMW Individual CraftedClarity glass.

The M steering wheel gets a leather airbag impact absorber.

2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive with Black Package seats
The M logo is embossed on the Alcantara headrests on the 2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive with Black Package. – BMW Group Canada photo

All models updated

All BMW X3 will be available with interior enhancements, beginning from December 2026.

Updates include the area in front of the centre display getting a PVC softskin surface, the instrument panel finished with a new stitching pattern, the storage compartment in the centre console and the inside door handles getting ambient lighting, a new design for the glove box opener and stainless-steel edge guards on the door sill.

For more information, visit the BMW Canada website.

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