BMW X3 NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 BMW X3 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the BMW X3 at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
BMW X3 Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 34 |
| 2024 | 2024 BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 34 |
| 2023 | 2023 BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 11 |
| 2023 | 2023 BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 11 |
| 2022 | 2022 BMW X3 SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 8 | 68 |
| 2022 | 2022 BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 8 | 68 |
| 2017 | 2017 BMW X3 SUV RWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 6 | 92 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
BMW X3 Safety FAQ
Is the BMW X3 a safe car?
NHTSA gives the BMW X3 an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the BMW X3?
The BMW X3 scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 17.1%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the BMW X3 have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested BMW X3 as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and without lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.