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BMW X3 M40i brake upgrades
33 brake upgrades for the G01 BMW X3 M40i (B58 3.0L turbo inline-six) from 11 brands. Performance pads, rotors, lines and big brake kits.
Before you order
- Rotor and pad fitment depends on the brake package fitted to the car. Confirm rotor diameter on the retailer page.
- Big brake kits state a minimum wheel diameter.
- Brakes are safety-critical. Have installation checked by a qualified technician.
- Listings are read from the retailer's G01 X3 M40i category. Confirm model year and the pre- or post-update (LCI) bumper on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: ECS (10), EBC (8), Hawk (3), Turner Motorsport (3), ATE (2), Genuine BMW (2), Castrol (1), DBA (1), Pentosin (1), Racingline (1), TRW (1).
Rotors (12)
DBA · Part no. DBA3417SKT
Street T2 Slotted 348x36 Front Brake Rotor Kit
Upgrade to DBA's T2 Street Series Brake Rotors!
Retailer fitment note: For Standard Brake Equipment Option
EBC · Part no. RK2065R
Premium OE Style Brake Rotor Set - Front (348x36mm)
OE style replacement rotor that has been coated to prevent corrosion
Retailer fitment note: For Standard Brake Equipment Option
EBC · Part no. RK2066R
Premium OE Style Brake Rotor Set - Rear (345x24mm)
OE style replacement rotors that have been coated to prevent corrosion
EBC · Part no. USR2066R
USR Ultimax Slotted Brake Rotor Set - Rear (345x24mm)
Upgrade to a slotted rotor for improved braking
ECS · Part no. 044812LA01A-01KT
2-Piece Semi-Floating Dimpled & Slotted Front Brake Rotors (348x36) (34116860911/34116860912)
Direct bolt-on replacement for your G-Chassis BMW - Save 10 lbs. of unsprung weight and improve braking performance!
Retailer fitment note: For Standard Brake Equipment Option
ECS · Part no. 34116860911-XS
Front V5 Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (348x36)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For Standard Brake Equipment Option
ECS · Part no. 34116860911-P
Front V5 Plain Brake Rotors - Set (348x36)
Precision manufactured and featuring a GeoSpec® corrosion-resistant coating.
Retailer fitment note: For Standard Brake Equipment Option
ECS · Part no. 34116860911-S
Front V5 Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (348x36)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For Standard Brake Equipment Option
ECS · Part no. 34208853554-XS
Rear V5 Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (345x24)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 34208853554-P
Rear V5 Plain Brake Rotors - Set (345x24)
Precision manufactured and featuring a GeoSpec� corrosion-resistant coating
ECS · Part no. 34208853554-S
Rear V5 Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (345x24)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Genuine BMW · Part no. 34208853554KT
Rear Brake Rotors - Set (345x24)
Fluid (9)
ATE · Part no. SL6
SL6 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 175°C (347°F)
ATE · Part no. TYPE200
TYP 200 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
DOT4 compliant. Boiling point - Dry 280?C (536?F) / Wet 200?C (392?F)
Castrol · Part no. SRF
Castrol SRF Racing Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
Ultra high performing silicone-based brake fluid that exceeds DOT5 boiling points
Hawk · Part no. HP520
HP520 Street Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for high performance street specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Hawk · Part no. HP600
HP600 Race Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Hawk · Part no. HP660
HP660 Race Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for high performance race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Pentosin · Part no. 1204114
Super DOT4 Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling Point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet >165°C (329°F)
Racingline · Part no. VWR69000BF1
RBF312 Racing Brake Fluid - 500ml
Highly refined Super DOT4 giving a significantly higher boiling point than a regular DOT5.1
TRW · Part no. PFB532
DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
TRW DOT 5.1 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 269°C (516°F) / Wet 187°C (368°F)
Lines (6)
ECS · Part no. 008600LA01
Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Front
Front set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel.
ECS · Part no. 008600LA01KT
Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Front And Rear
Complete set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel.
ECS · Part no. 008600LA02
Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Rear
Rear set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel.
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 008610LA01
Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Front
Front brake lines for improved pedal feel. Zinc-Nickel plating for increased corrosion resistance and sleek low-profile design. Made in the USA.
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 008610LA01KT
Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Front & Rear
Front and Rear brake lines for improved pedal feel. Zinc-Nickel plating for increased corrosion resistance and sleek low-profile design. Made in the USA.
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 008610LA02
Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Rear
Rear brake lines for improved pedal feel. Zinc-Nickel plating for increased corrosion resistance and sleek low-profile design. Made in the USA.
Pads (5)
EBC · Part no. DP42089R
EBC DP42089R Yellowstuff Rear Pads
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP32302C
Front RedStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
A high performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles without Motorsport Engineering Package & Production Date Up to 3/22 (348x36mm Rotor)
EBC · Part no. DP42245R
Front YellowStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP42302R
Front YellowStuff Performance Brake Pads
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles without Motorsport Engineering Package & Production Date Up to 3/22 (348x36mm Rotor)
EBC · Part no. DP32089C
Rear Redstuff Pad Set
A high performance street pad featuring Kevlar technology, and possibly one of the longest lasting pads on the market!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M-sport Brakes
Caliper (1)
Genuine BMW · Part no. 34116872572
Repair Kit, Guide Pin (Sold as Pair)
Replacement guide pins for the front brake calipers.
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