BMW X3: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2004 - 2024)

All BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the BMW X3.

BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
2004 to 2024	All	Timing Chain	Interference

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2024 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2024 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2024 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2023 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2023 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2022 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2022 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2021 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2021 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2020 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2020 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2019 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2019 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2018 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2018 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2017 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2017 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Diesel Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2016 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2016 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Diesel Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2015 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2015 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Diesel Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2014 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2014 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2013 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2013 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2012 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2012 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2011 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2011 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6 Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2010 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2010 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2009 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2009 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2008 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2008 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2007 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2007 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2006 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2006 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2005 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2005 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2004 BMW X3 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 BMW X3 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2004 BMW X3 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L Straight 6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.