BMW X3 xDrive20d Shadow Edition Debuts in Japan With Blacked-Out Looks and Limited Production

Particular editions are pretty frequent within the BMW world, and there’s hardly a safer wager than a “blacked-out” model. And that’s precisely what’s coming to Japan in a restricted capability to some choose fashions. Whereas the X1 and BMW 3 Collection have already acquired the Version Shadow therapy, their lineup is increasing this yr with the BMW X3 xDrive20d Shadow Version.

Like different Version Shadow vehicles, BMW Japan’s new blacked-out X3 will function a bevvy of darkened particulars. The X3 Shadow Version is restricted to the BMW X3 20d xDrive trim line, which suggests a middling 145 kW (194 horsepower) and spectacular 400Nm (295 pound-feet) of torque. Shadow Version SUVs get blacked-out 21-inch wheels alongside blacked-out M logos on the facet of the car. M Sport Package deal Professional goodies embrace M Sport Brakes, M seat belts, and a black kidney grille, all of which come complementary on the Shadow Version X3. BMW Japan bundles some good normal tools, too. Ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and entrance/rear heated seats all include the Shadow Version X3. Not dangerous.

BMW Japan has additionally fleshed out the small print on a number of the different Shadow Version autos. First up is the BMW X1. Not like the X3, it’s obtainable in two powertrains: sDrive18d and xDrive20d. The grille, mirror caps, mannequin title, and facet logos have equally been blacked out. Inside, a heated steering wheel and Harman Kardon speaker system be a part of the Know-how Package deal as normal. No matter engine alternative, the X1 Shadow Edition will get 19-inch alloy wheels. The BMW 3 Collection — and even cooler, the three Collection Touring — may even obtain the Shadow therapy once more. This time round, prospects could have extra alternative, with primarily the entire 3 Collection lineup in Japan getting the Shadow therapy, from the 318i to the M340i.

Pricing and Manufacturing: Shadow Version Autos

All Shadow Version vehicles might be reserved from as we speak aside from the three Collection, obtainable from Spring 2026. Potential drivers will wish to work shortly in the event that they plan to pilot a few of these blacked-out beasts. BMW Japan is restricted manufacturing to 700 models for the X1 xDrive20d Shadow Version, and it’s the best quantity of the bunch. Moreover, Shadow vehicles can be break up by colour, too. For the X1 xDrive20d, 300 examples can be in Alpine White and Black Sapphire, with the remaining 100 receiving Area Silver metallic paint. The BMW X1 sDrive18d Shadow Version is restricted to 300 models. Half can be in Alpine White, half can be in Black Sapphire. The X3 Shadow Version is restricted to 450 examples, with a three-way break up for Alpine White, Dune Gray, and Black Sapphire. At present, the three Collection appears to haven’t any manufacturing constraints, in keeping with BMW Japan’s Shadow Edition webpage.

The BMW X1 sDrive18d Shadow Version begins at 6,290,000 yen (round $40,500); the BMW X1 xDrive20d Shadow Version begins at 6,790,000 yen (round $43,750); the X3 will set you again 9,350,000 yen (round $60,250). Shadow Version 3 Collection fashions begin from 7,150,000 yen (round $46,090) and symbolize round a 300,000 yen (round $1,935) markup over their much less moody brethren.

For some the upcharge will little question be price it. BMW Japan introducing the Shadow Version therapy to the X3 signifies previous iterations have been no less than considerably profitable. Will the Shadow unfold to different fashions? In all probability — contemplating each the MINI Countryman and different SUVs just like the X5 and X6 have seen iterations.