The new BMW X3 is set to raise the bar
in the premium sports activity market this year when the latest
model goes on sale in the UK. With what will be the lowest-emission
four-wheel drive model in the sector, the first to have start-stop
with auto transmission, unparalleled agility, significantly upgraded
cabin and a raft of sector-first technology, the new BMW X3 will set
a new benchmark.With a
class-leading diesel engine, numerous chassis configurations
courtesy of Variable Damper Control, as well as UK specific
equipment packages and innovations such as Head-up Display and
online connectivity, thanks to ConnectedDrive, the new BMW X3 offers
customers the perfect sporty four-wheel drive vehicle, whatever
their activity.
The new BMW X3 combines BMW’s X
character with a dynamically stretched silhouette to produce an
elegant, durable and sporting car. The typically characteristic
upright kidney grille and triangular headlight arrangement of BMW X
models is reflected in the front end of the X3 ensuring a powerful
presence, further emphasised by the flared wheelarches and short
wheelbase. Meanwhile the horizontal rear lines on the rear
emphasise the X3’s robust character.
High-grade materials and
intelligent packaging are integral to the new BMW X3’s interior. As
always, the asymmetrical instrument panel and centre console are
orientated towards the driver, while the latest generation iDrive,
with 6.5-inch screen as standard, ensures all infotainment
capabilities are easily accessible. The 8.8-inch high-resolution
screen of the navigation system in the Professional Multimedia
package featured in the new BMW X3 is the largest on-board monitor
in its segment.
Throughout the cabin are a large
number of storage compartments, trays and cup holders. The three
rear seats offer outstanding comfort for travelling long distances
and significantly more leg and elbow room compared to its
predecessor.
With a volume of between 550 and
1,600 litres, the luggage compartment of the new BMW X3 is also one
of the best in its segment. But it is not just about pure volume –
useable space is essential to the SAV customer, and the new BMW X3
has an adaptable interior which can be changed to suit personal
requirements.
The rear seat backrests can be
split 60:40 as standard or as an option 40:20:40 where the three
segments can be folded down either individually or together. In this
way it is possible to adapt the luggage compartment according to
requirements.
Drivetrain
| Model |
Power
Hp |
Torque Nm |
Zero – 62mph
Seconds |
Top Speed Mph |
Combined
Mpg |
CO2
Emissions g/km |
| BMW X3
xDrive20d |
184 |
380 |
8.5 |
131 |
50.4 |
149 (147) |
Offering unrivalled levels of
performance and efficiency is BMW’s philosophy no matter what type
of car and this concept has been applied to the Sports Activity
Vehicle sector too. As a result, the new BMW X3 xDrive20d now
offers better performance and higher efficiency than any of its
rivals.
Powered by a 2.0-litre
four-cylinder turbo diesel engine with aluminium crankcase and
common rail direct injection, it delivers a maximum power output of
184hp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque of 380 Nm between 1,750 and
2,750 rpm. This results in a zero-62mph time of 8.5 seconds,
reaching top speed of 130mph, yet CO2 emissions for this
four-wheel drive vehicle are only 149g/km, with average fuel
consumption of 50.4 mpg.
Other engines will be launched at a
later date, but in the UK the BMW X3 xDrive20d will account for
approximately 80 per cent of all sales when all other engines have
been introduced.
The new BMW X3 xDrive20d with
automatic transmission achieves identical acceleration, top speed
and fuel consumption, with a CO2 emission level of
147g/km. This reduction in emissions is thanks to the X3 being the
first BMW model in the UK to team Auto Start-Stop technology with
the optional eight-speed automatic transmission. The Auto Start
Stop function also features as standard on the manual transmission.
Pricing and
specification
The new BMW X3 xDrive20d SE is even better value than its
predecessor. At £30,490 OTR, it is actually £115 less than the
outgoing model, yet is equipped as standard with Nevada leather
upholstery, two-zone air conditioning, iDrive controller and colour
display.
