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BMW X3: importing one from Japan to Ireland
A mid-size premium SUV and a strong alternative to the Q5.
Why Irish buyers choose it
The X3 (G01) is spacious and dynamic, and Japanese examples are frequently fully specced.
Real auction prices in Japan
627sold at auction, last 3 months
€5,455median auction price
€2,330–€13,980typical range
78k kmmedian mileage
| Year | Sold | Median price | Median km |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | €31,710 | 8k km |
| 2024 | 17 | €24,538 | 18k km |
| 2023 | 27 | €21,310 | 34k km |
| 2022 | 31 | €19,066 | 42k km |
| 2021 | 58 | €15,557 | 42k km |
| 2020 | 19 | €12,786 | 53k km |
| 2019 | 64 | €11,607 | 64k km |
| 2018 | 54 | €10,144 | 71k km |
| 2017 | 21 | €6,990 | 80k km |
| 2016 | 29 | €3,836 | 96k km |
Auction hammer prices in Japan, before shipping, duty, VAT, VRT and fees.
Most compared with
Importing it to Ireland
German-built, so 10% duty.
European-built: 10% customs duty applies. Why? VAT at 23% and VRT apply to every import.
What to check
The xDrive30e plug-in hybrid can cut VRT noticeably.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a BMW X3 cost at auction in Japan?
The median auction price over the last three months was €5,455, with most selling between €2,330 and €13,980, before shipping, taxes and fees.
Is there import duty on a BMW X3 from Japan?
Yes. It is built in Europe, so 10% customs duty applies, plus 23% VAT and VRT.
What is the BMW X3 most compared with?
Irish buyers most often compare it with the Audi Q5, Mercedes-Benz GLC and Lexus NX.