BMW Knowledge Base

Technical articles, diagnostic guides and deep dives into problem BMW components.

951 articles in the base · updated regularly

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BMW X3 G01 xDrive20d (B47) — Overview

The X3 G01 xDrive20d is the best-selling X3 in Germany. A B47 four-cylinder diesel with xDrive and the ZF 8HP — an efficient compact SUV with real towing capacity and everyday practicality.

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BMW X3 G01 (2017–2021): A Full Breakdown of Problems, Reliability, and Ownership Secrets

A full breakdown of the BMW X3 G01 (2017–2021): B48 and B47 engine problems, common electronics and suspension faults, maintenance advice, and a checklist for buying a used one.

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BMW X3 G01/G08: The Complete Guide to Buying, Owning, and Maintaining

The complete guide to the BMW X3 G01/G08: buying, ownership, and maintenance. Common problems, service intervals, a pre-purchase checklist, and care tips.

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BMW X3 G01: Complete Reliability, Problems, and Maintenance Guide for Owners

A complete reliability breakdown of the BMW X3 G01 (2017–2024): common B48 and B58 engine problems, ZF 8HP automatic transmission service, the maintenance schedule, and a checklist for buying a used one. Reliability score: 7.5/10.

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BMW X3 G01 with the B58 Engine: Complete Guide to Buying, Owning, and Tuning

A complete guide to the BMW X3 G01 with the B58 engine: buying, ownership, common problems, service intervals, pre-purchase checklist, and tuning. Here's why the M40i is the sweet spot.