Used BMW iX3 Centre Console

Yes, the BMW iX3 does have a centre console — it sits between the driver and front passenger seats and houses the gear selector, drive controls, and storage areas. Because the iX3 is a purely electric vehicle with no conventional gearbox tunnel, the console is a distinctive flat-floored design specific to the electric drivetrain layout. This means you need a part pulled from another iX3, not from a petrol or diesel X3, as the two are not interchangeable.

The BMW iX3 (G08) was produced from 2021 and received a notable facelift update — often referred to as the Inspiring Edition refresh — around 2022, which brought interior and exterior revisions. Pre- and post-facelift centre consoles may differ in finish, control layout, and trim detailing, so fitting a console across that boundary is possible in principle but you should confirm exact compatibility with the breaker against your registration before buying. Sticking to a console from the same production year or phase as your car is the safest approach.

The iX3 was sold in the UK in trim levels including xLine, M Sport, and later Inspiring Edition specification, and the centre console can vary between these in terms of materials, finish, and colour — for example, M Sport models typically feature darker or sportier interior trim. The core structure and mounting points are the same across trims, so a console from a different trim will physically fit, but it may look noticeably different to the rest of your interior. Tell the breaker your trim level so they can try to match the finish as closely as possible.

The iX3 was sold in right-hand-drive for the UK market, and the centre console itself sits centrally between the seats so it is not inherently handed. However, some associated switchgear, wiring looms, or control panels mounted within the console may be configured differently for left-hand-drive markets, so always confirm with the breaker that the part originates from a right-hand-drive vehicle to avoid complications.

The BMW iX3 was produced exclusively as a five-door SUV, so there is only one body style to contend with and door count is not a variable you need to worry about when sourcing a centre console. Simply match by production phase (pre- or post-facelift) and trim level finish, and confirm the details with the breaker against your registration.

A centre console is generally a trim panel with no safety-critical components in its own right, so a competent home mechanic can often swap it — it typically involves removing securing clips or screws and disconnecting any wiring for heated seats, USB ports, or switchgear. However, if your console or surrounding trim is associated with any airbag components or seat belt pretensioner wiring, those elements are safety-critical and should only be handled by a qualified technician. If you are in any doubt about what is integrated into your specific console, have a garage carry out the work.