BMW X3
PC72Stock varies — page stays liveRepresenting the facelifted (LCI) E83 chassis code WBAPC720, this revision features the updated M57 Technical Update 2 power plant, producing 218 PS (160 kW). This update addressed previous cabin material issues, updated the bumpers with fully-painted finishes, and updated transmission choices.
Engine
M57TU2D30 (3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel)
Displacement
2,993 cc
Drive
4WD
Gearbox
6MT / 6AT
Fuel
Diesel
Body
SUV
BMW X3 — representative 1st Gen Facelift (E83 LCI) imageChassis variants of the X3
ChassisEngineDisplacementDriveGearbox
PA72M57TUD30 (3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel)2,993 cc4WD6MT / 5ATPC72M57TU2D30 (3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel)2,993 cc4WD6MT / 6AT
Dimensions & shipping volume
Length
4,569 mm
Width
1,853 mm
Height
1,674 mm
Weight
1,880 kg
Shipping volume
14.17 M³
Manufacture year vs. registration year
Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:
Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
WBAPC720XXXXXXSep 2006 – Aug 2010E83 LCI xDrive30d LHD Automatic
Import eligibility by country (2006–2010)
KenyaNot eligible
8-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.UgandaNot eligible
15-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.Common questions about the PC72
What are the main performance benefits of the WBAPC720 over the older model?
The WBAPC720 features the M57D30TU2 engine which boosts horsepower to 218 PS (215 hp) and torque to 500 Nm (369 lb-ft), paired with a faster-shifting ZF 6-speed automatic.
How can I visually identify a WBAPC720 from a WBAPA720?
The WBAPC720 (facelift/LCI) features updated body-colored bumpers, redesigned headlights and LED tail lights, and a refreshed interior center console layout.