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BMW X3 Model Highlights


BMW X3 Pros
This sport-luxury crossover has a lot of competition, but the X3 fares especially well when it comes to horsepower and performance from its 6-liter engine in either turbocharged or naturally aspirated form. BMW's EfficientDynamics technologies boost the X3's mileage to 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. The X3's starting price is still well under $40,000.

BMW X3 Model Highlights
There are two versions of the X3, the 240-hp xDrive28i and the turbocharged, 300-hp xDrive35i. Both feature all-wheel drive, start-stop technology, hill descent control and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The new 5-link rear axle gives the X3 a much smoother ride than previously, and its new shape creates more cargo space. Standard on the xDrive 35i and optional on the XDrive 28i, Electronic Damping Control utilizes sensors for lateral force, steering wheel position, wheel rotation speed and more to adjust the driving experience accordingly. Standard dynamic stability control includes brake drying, start-off assist and brake fade compensation. Though this is not a hybrid vehicle, the X3 uses unique technology to make brake energy regeneration to charge the battery. When the battery is charged, the alternator disengages from the engine to reduce the demand placed on the engine, which lowers emissions. BMW has worked to make the X3 more functional than ever, with an optional 3-way 40/60/40 rear seat and a 12-volt power outlet in the rear cargo area. Technology like the heads-up display improves safety as well as functionality. ConnectedDrive uses Bluetooth to deliver email and text messages from your phone to your iDrive screen, or you can have the messages read aloud through the speakers. The same screen displays the images from the optional rear-view and top-view cameras. The interior of the X3 has been improved, with a focus on driver ergonomics. The X3 includes an 8-way power driver's seat and automatic climate control. The biggest improvement isn't found only in the X3 -- the iDrive system, whose control knob is found in the center console, has been overhauled in recent years. What was once at best a techno-nuisance and at worst an excuse to take your eyes off the road for several seconds at a time has grown up to be useful and intuitive. X3 options include a heated steering wheel, heated front seats and a power tailgate. The available Sports Activity package adds a leather steering wheel, light alloy wheels and aluminum roof rails. You can take it a step further with the X-Line Equipment package, which adds bling with aluminum and matte titanium touches to the exterior.

BMW X3 Model News
The redesign of the 2011 X3 is a fresh new look and brings the X3 into line with the rest of BMW's vehicles. The 2011 X3 a tad larger than the 2010 version, with an extra three inches in length and one inch in width, yet the price drops about $2000 on the X3 iDrive28i. North America doesn't get the all-new diesel engine -- yet -- but the 3-liter gasoline engine is available with a turbocharger. A new 5-link rear axle system improves the X3's ride, while BMW's evolving iDrive system has finally become intuitive to use.

BMW X3 Value Writeup
Larger size and lower price for 2011; improved interior and ride comfort; sporty handling

BMW X3 Exterior

  • Door handles in matching body color
  • Halogen free-form foglights
  • Privacy glass
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers with Automatic Headlight Control
  • Star Spoke (Style 306) 17 x 8.0 light alloy wheels 245/55 run-flat all-season tires

BMW X3 Safety

  • Active Head Restraints in front seats
  • Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts (for installation of child-restraint seats)
  • Crash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lights
  • Daytime Running Lights (via Vehicle Memory system)
  • Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment
  • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Brake Drying, Brake Stand-by, Start-off Assistant and Brake Fade Compensation
  • Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners
  • Head Protection System (HPS), front and rear
  • Hill Descent Control (HDC)
  • LATCH for child-restraint safety-seat installation
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
   

BMW X3 Paint

InvoiceMSRP
ALPINE WHITE --
JET BLACK --
BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC $500$550
BLUE WATER METALLIC (Priority 1) $500$550
CARBON BLACK METALLIC *Late Availability* $500$550
DEEP SEA BLUE METALLIC $500$550
MINERAL SILVER METALLIC $500$550
SPACE GRAY METALLIC $500$550
SPARKLING BRONZE METALLIC (Priority 1) $500$550
TITANIUM SILVER METALLIC $500$550
VERMILLION RED METALLIC (Priority 1) $500$550
  


BMW X3 Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainAll Wheel Drive
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)0.67
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)1.29
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)3.73
First Gear Ratio (:1)4.71
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.67
Reverse Ratio (:1)3.30
Second Gear Ratio (:1)3.14
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)0.84
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)1.00
Third Gear Ratio (:1)2.11
Trans Description Cont.Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code 
Trans Type8
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low- TBD -

BMW X3 Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)4112

BMW X3 Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)- TBD -

BMW X3 Engine
Displacement3.0L/182
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeGas I6
Fuel SystemMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM240 @ 6600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM221 @ 2750-4000

BMW X3 Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)- TBD -
Suspension Type - Front- TBD -
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)- TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear- TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)- TBD -

BMW X3 Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)210

BMW X3 Vehicle
EPA Classification4WD Sport Utility Vehicle

BMW X3 Brakes
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake TypePwr-Assisted
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)12.9 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)12.9 x - TBD -
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

BMW X3 Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)- TBD -
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)- TBD -
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)- TBD -
  

BMW X3 Warranty

Basic:4 Years/50,000 Miles/km Corrosion:12 Years/Unlimited Miles/km



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