The 2024 BMW X3 continues its slow march to production and spy photographers have now gotten a look inside. While the prototype’s cabin is heavily disguised, we can see the model will be equipped with a new Curved Display. There’s no word on specifics at this point, but the X3 likely has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment system. If that’s the case, it would be a significant step up from the 10.25- and 10.7-inch displays found in the X1.
Putting the screens aside, the prototype
features a new flat-bottom steering wheel and updated switchgear. Speaking of the latter, the X3 is the latest
BMW to trade its traditional shifter for a more minimalist gear selector.
Moving outside, the crossover has an
evolutionary and streamlined appearance.
While the camouflage hides a number of details, we can see the model
will have a prominent grille that is flanked by sweptback headlights. Further below, there’s slender air curtains
and a wide central intake that has a pronounced vertical support in the center.
The changes continue aft of the A-pillar as the X3 adopts a curvaceous shoulder
line and flush-mounted door handles. They’re joined by a sloping roof and a
four-tailpipe exhaust system.
Engine options remain unconfirmed, but we
can expect four- and six-cylinder units as well as plug-in hybrid and electric
powertrains. Specifics are still hazy,
but the current model offers a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 248 hp as well as a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six developing 382
hp.