G01 · 2020–2024

BMW X3 xDrive30d G01 · 286 hp (2020 to 2024)

The BMW X3 xDrive30d of the G01 generation uses the B57D30 diesel engine with 286 hp. Oil, timing drive and known issues of this engine are covered in the “Engine” block on this page.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Diesel
Power
286 PS / 210 kW
Displacement
2 993 cm³
Cylinders
6
Engine code
B57D30
Period covered
2020–2024
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Automatic · 8 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

286 hp (210 kW), xDrive all-wheel drive, 8-speed automatic. Built from 2020 to 2024. 48 V mild hybrid: a small starter-generator assists the engine when pulling away and accelerating; the 48 V battery needs no routine maintenance.

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In the range

It sits between the xDrive30d (265 hp) and the M40d (326 hp). It replaces the 265 hp version built until 2020. The B57D30 engine is also fitted to: BMW X4 (G02), BMW X5 (G05), BMW X6 (G06), BMW X7 (G07).

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BMW B57 diesel engine (3.0 l, six-cylinder)

This applies to every car fitted with the B57 engine.

What the B57 is

Inline six-cylinder diesel engine of 2,993 cc with common-rail direct injection, from the same modular family as the B47 and B58. The number of turbochargers depends on the version. ADAC gives three codes: B57D30A for the 2017 G30 530d (195 kW/265 PS, 620 Nm, Euro 6c), B57D30C for the 2016 G11 750d xDrive (four turbochargers, 294 kW/400 PS, 760 Nm) and B57D30B for the 2020 facelifted 530d (48 V mild hybrid, twin turbo, 210 kW/286 PS, 650 Nm, Euro 6d-ISC-FCM). All have SCR, a NOx storage catalyst and a particulate filter.

Source : [6] [8] [7] [3]

Engine oil

BMW handbooks only list oils for topping up and leave the oil change to a qualified workshop; the list depends on the handbook edition. 5 Series G30 handbook (VI/20): BMW Longlife-04 or -12 FE — the handbook adds that Longlife-12 FE is not suitable for the 25d, 35d, 40d and 50d diesels — in SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40 or 5W-40 (0W-20 and 5W-20 are excluded for diesels); otherwise up to 1 litre of ACEA C2 or C3. No additives. The Longlife-12 FE restriction names the “50d” designation, that of the four-turbo 750d (B57D30C); for a 30d the handbook allows it. No B57-specific oil-change quantity was found in the BMW sources consulted: ask the workshop for the figure for your VIN.

Source : [5]

Timing drive

Chain, according to ADAC. BMW’s training documents on the modular family explain that, because the crankcase is shared by petrol and diesel engines, the timing drive is two-part: a lower chain drives an intermediate shaft, which on the diesels also drives the high-pressure pump, and an upper chain drives the camshafts. The sources consulted give no replacement interval.

Source : [6] [2] [3]

Recall campaign

In October 2018 BMW expanded a technical campaign on the EGR module of certain diesels: glycol leaking from the EGR cooler, combined with soot deposits, can create smouldering particles and, very rarely, melt the intake manifold or cause a fire. About 1.6 million vehicles worldwide, built August 2010 to August 2017, with periods varying by model; the module is checked and faulty parts replaced. BMW does not list engine codes, so have the VIN checked.

Source : [4]

What changed over the years

2016: four-turbo 750d xDrive, presented by BMW as the world’s most powerful six-cylinder diesel — injection above 2,500 bar, peak combustion pressure raised from 200 to 210 bar, head and crankcase castings densified by hot isostatic pressing, twin-wire arc-sprayed cylinder bores. 2017: G30 530d (B57D30A, Euro 6c). 2020: facelifted 530d as a 48 V mild hybrid (B57D30B), 210 kW and 650 Nm, Euro 6d-ISC-FCM.

Source : [9] [8] [6] [7]

Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Per CBS, at the latest 24 months

24 months

Due date calculated by the car from use. BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the engine.

Source [1]

Pads and discs

Per wear sensors

Front and rear tracked separately by CBS.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Every 24 months

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the BMW X3 xDrive30d G01?

The B57D30 diesel engine (2 993 cc), 286 hp (210 kW).

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Which oil for the BMW X3 xDrive30d?

A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the B57D30 engine. The “Engine” block on this page and the vehicle’s handbook give the exact approval.

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Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

  2. [2] BMW Technical training — B46 Engine (with the B38 three-cylinder)

    BMW of North America — Technical training (archive.org copy) · EN · USA · Information status June 2014 · §1 (B38/B46, “Bx8”) · §2.2.7 Chain drive, Bx8 engines (pp. 57–58) · Accessed 08/10/2026

  3. [3] BMW Technical training — B58 Engine

    BMW of North America — Technical training (archive.org copy) · EN · USA · Information status April 2015 · §1.2 Modular design · §1.3 Technical data (engine oil specification) · §2.2.4 Chain drive · Accessed 08/10/2026

  4. [4] BMW — élargissement de la campagne EGR, 23/10/2018

    BMW Group · EN · Europe / marchés ACEA · Page 1 : fuite glycol, suie, risque thermique ; périodes variables selon modèle, contrôle et remplacement des composants concernés. · Accessed 08/10/2026

  5. [5] BMW 5er Limousine (G30) Betriebsanleitung, Sach-Nr. 01405A11307 – VI/20 (online copy)

    BMW AG · DE · Germany · pp. 405–406: Motorölsorten zum Nachfüllen, geeignete und alternative Motorölsorten, Viskositätsklassen (Fußnote zu Longlife-12 FE und Dieselmotoren 25d/35d/40d/50d) · Accessed 08/10/2026

  6. [6] ADAC Autokatalog — BMW 530d Steptronic (02/17 – 03/18)

    ADAC · DE · Germany · Technische Daten: Motorart, Motorcode, Leistung, Drehmoment, Schadstoffklasse, Abgasreinigung, Aufladung, Nockenwellensteuerung, Hubraum · Accessed 08/10/2026

  7. [7] ADAC Autokatalog — BMW 530d Steptronic (07/20 – 05/23)

    ADAC · DE · Germany · Technische Daten: Motorart, Motorcode, Leistung, Drehmoment, Schadstoffklasse, Abgasreinigung, Aufladung, Nockenwellensteuerung, Hubraum · Accessed 08/10/2026

  8. [8] ADAC Autokatalog — BMW 750d xDrive Steptronic (06/16 – 02/18)

    ADAC · DE · Germany · Technische Daten: Motorart, Motorcode, Leistung, Drehmoment, Schadstoffklasse, Abgasreinigung, Aufladung, Nockenwellensteuerung, Hubraum · Accessed 08/10/2026

  9. [9] BMW Media Information, 17 May 2016 — The world’s most powerful six-cylinder diesel engine (BMW 750d xDrive)

    BMW Group · EN · Global · pp. 1–3: four turbochargers, 294 kW/760 Nm, injection pressure above 2,500 bar, peak combustion pressure 210 bar, HIP aluminium castings · Accessed 08/10/2026

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