BMW is gearing up to take on the 2024 Rebelle Rally with a specially modified version of its redesigned X3. This pre production model, equipped with rugged off-road enhancements, will be put to the test on challenging tracks this month.
The premium compact crossover features custom skid plates, all terrain tires, and a roof rack kit with storage options. Additional features include exterior lighting, extra storage space, protective film, and a ceramic coating.
Driver Rebecca Donaghe and navigator Syndiely Wade will pilot the modified BMW X3 through the rugged desert world of California and Nevada, covering over 1,500 miles.
The Rebelle Rally, which prohibits the use of smartphones and GPS, will challenge the female driver-navigator teams to rely solely on paper maps and compasses.
Donaghe, returning for her second Rebelle Rally with BMW, expressed excitement about driving a pre production model and showcasing BMW’s engineering capabilities in the demanding terrain.
The 2025 BMW X3 M50 is a high-performance SUV with a turbocharged 3.0 liter straight-six engine and a 48 volt mild hybrid system. It produces 393 horsepower and 428 pound feet of torque. The regular variant can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph.
The 2025 X3 xDrive30 is a more affordable option with a 2.0 liter inline four engine and a mild-hybrid system. It produces 248 horsepower and 295 pound feet of torque.
The 2025 X3 xDrive30 can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds. The 2025 BMW X3 is available in both gasoline and electric variants. The electric variant, the iX3, will be available later this year.
