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BMW is pleased to announce the launch of a revised X3, featuring the most powerful diesel engine ever to power a production BMW in the UK. The revised X3 features two new petrol engines and is set to take the Sports Activity Vehicle sector by storm.

Due to go on sale in the UK in September, the BMW X3 offers buyers the very latest in engine technology. BMW’s premium SAV now comes powered by a total of five different engines - two petrol and three diesel units.

The headline-grabbing powerplant is a twin-turbo 3.0-litre diesel with an output of 286hp and 580Nm of torque that has been developed from the engine used by the BMW 535d. Such power places the X3 3.0sd into the realm of sports car acceleration courtesy of a zero to 62mph time of 6.6 seconds and a 149mph top speed.

What sets the X3 3.0sd apart from previous X3s is that it comes equipped with the same twin-turbo technology that has already been showcased in the BMW 535d. By using two turbochargers, one smaller one larger, the X3 3.0sd offers high levels of low down pulling power as well as top end performance. It can do this because the smaller turbo boosts at low revs for instant, smooth and swift acceleration, but as engine speed builds the larger turbocharger comes into play to continue the rapid progress. The result is an engine that develops peak torque from just 1,750rpm through to 2,250rpm, but is capable of continuing to rev up to 4,400rpm – an unusually high limit for a diesel.

Completing the triumvirate of new six-cylinder engines to the X3 are a 2.5-litre 218hp petrol unit and a new 272hp 3.0-litre petrol engine. Both of these powerplants are based on the world’s lightest production six-cylinder engine constructed of aluminium and magnesium alloy. The smaller capacity engine can power the X3 from zero to 62mph in 8.5 seconds before going on to a top speed of 137mph. The higher output 3.0-litre engine reaches 62mph from zero in just 7.5 seconds before attaining a top speed of 142mph.

For those new car buyers looking to balance performance with economy, two other choices of engine are offered. A 150hp 2.0-litre diesel represents the entry point of X3 ownership. Further up the scale the existing 218hp 3.0-litre diesel engine is also offered.

With the exception of the BMW X3 3.0si and 3.0sd, which use a six-speed automatic gearbox, all X3 variants come with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard. A six-speed automatic gearbox is also an option on all six-cylinder engined cars.

A new look

The introduction of a new X3 isn’t just a story of new engines. BMW’s designers have subtly altered the car to freshen its appeal. At the front a larger kidney grille sits above a redesigned front bumper and spoiler. On the new car a colour-coded spoiler with vertical uprights is positioned below the dark swathe of the bumper, while the front foglights are now incorporated into the main section of the bodywork. The X3 3.0sd rides on 18-inch light alloy wheels as standard while larger twin exhaust pipes protrude from under the rear valance.

The side profile remains true to the original X3, but the rear new light clusters feature rods of LED lights. The styling of the rear bodywork has also changed with colour-coded panels now extending lower down the bodywork.

Inside, the driver can get to grips with a new style of three-spoke steering wheel while enhancements to the type of materials used on the centre console have also been included. Again, the owner of a X3 3.0sd gets special treatment with stainless steel foot pedals to underscore the performance nature of the vehicle.

Enhanced traction control

To aid performance and safety the new BMW X3 features the very latest traction control system allied to xDrive, BMW’s unique four-wheel-drive system. For the first time on a BMW X model BMW’s innovative Dynamic Stability Control + (DSC+) system is fitted as standard. In addition to the all round traction control benefits of such technology, DSC+ on the X3 comes with four additional features aimed at improving safety.

Brake Pre-tensioning shortens stopping distances during an emergency stop by priming the brakes should the driver lift off the accelerator sharply in preparation. Brake Drying improves braking performance in the wet by periodically applying the brake pads to scrub away the film of water that can build up on the brake discs. Hill Start Assistant allows a manual transmission car to pull away smoothly on a gradient without rolling backwards, courtesy of the brakes being held for the short time it takes the driver to apply the accelerator after releasing the foot or handbrake. Brake Fade Compensation applies additional braking without any extra effort from the driver should sensors detect that the brake pads are starting to lose ‘bite’ due to heat build up.

In another first on an X model the driver will now be able to select the Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) function of DSC. DTC allows for a greater degree of wheel slip for more spirited driving without the main traction control system safety net intervening. This option can be selected via a button on the centre console.

Text and photos courtesy of BMW AG

Still wouldn't buy it, one ugly car, no charism...

The mulitpla is ugly, but has got character, this is just ugly in a whole different lead...

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I disagree.

Anyway.. nice face-lift there and with that gorgeous diesel engine it's just perfect!

no big changes, though im not an X3 fan, this one looks better than the past one

No x3 fan either, no many out there or? :)

The only picture when it looks alright, is the one with the forest, standing still. Dunno about it's off road cabilities though.. 4x4 drive and all, but from the test I've sen, not that good.

Still looks like roller skates to me. Would take a 330xi over it anyday

good car but doesent really look any different

The 3.0 diesel twinturbo engine is just perfect, but I don't see a reason to prefer the X3 over a 535d, possibly with a Lumma Design M5 optical kit :idea:

^ I'm in love!!!!

btw are you italian or bulgarian?

We'll see how good this thing is against the new RDX which from what I've seen is much nicer of a vehicle especially inside.

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^ I'm in love!!!!

btw are you italian or bulgarian?

Bulgarian

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We'll see how good this thing is against the new RDX which from what I've seen is much nicer of a vehicle especially inside.

RDX is just a CR-V with a turbo and a lot of weight. I doubt the RDX will even be as good as the MDX.

And the new Mazda CX-7 is almost identical to the new RDX. Almost the exact same HP, Torque, and curbweight numbers. It also will have a 4 cyl turbo.

I kind of hate it when car makers all come out virtually identical cars all at the same time.

never liked
the x3 and still.

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We'll see how good this thing is against the new RDX which from what I've seen is much nicer of a vehicle especially inside.

Umm..that's called competition and platform sharing isn't something new in the car biz

The Interior looks good.

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The Interior looks good.

I like it too.
Fantastic I must say :)

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We'll see how good this thing is against the new RDX which from what I've seen is much nicer of a vehicle especially inside.

Umm..that's called competition and platform sharing isn't something new in the car biz

Yes I know that. But Honda does not share any platforms with Mazda/Ford and never has.

Honda does have connections with GM and that’s why the Saturn VUE has the Odyssey/MDX V6 engine in it. And why the Ridgeline is basically a Chevy pickup with a Honda engine.

I just find it strange that the CX-7 is THAT close to the new RDX. I mean they are virtually identical in every way.

Is there any sort of a off road community for the X series? I tried searching for "BMW X3(5) offroad mods" and all I got was reviews. I then went to a X series forum and all everyone would seem to talk about is stereo mods, new wheels or how nice of a ride their X series is to work. :?

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We'll see how good this thing is against the new RDX which from what I've seen is much nicer of a vehicle especially inside.

It will not be same in reliability for sure :wink:

Umm..that's called competition and platform sharing isn't something new in the car biz

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It will not be same in reliability for sure Wink

Well I have had several Honda's and Mazda's and both are VERY reliable. I have an 11 year old Mazda beater with 110,000 mile and the thing still runs great and has never had any major problems. Honda might be a little bit better but not as much as most people think.

If there is more than 1k difference between the two cars (and since the RDX is comming out under the Acura badge and not the Honda badge you know there will be!!) I would go with the Mazda all the way.

well the funny thing is that the RDX is NOTHING like the CRV it has an all new platform it is built off of. the new CRV will be based off of the RDX. the RDX uses SH-awd, and has the newest version of Acura Link Navigation which is widely known as the best Navigation system on the OEM market with working traffic and construction info in real time. The interior uses mainly parts from the RL and that's it the rest is all new. The RDX is going to be a much nicer vehicle than the Mazda (which I have checked out BTW and it is super bland).

And the new K23A1 is an all new engine with a proprietary Variable Turbo system. The block is a 10mm shortened version of the K24 with significant reinforcement on something like 85% of it. The block is also opened up for better cooling around the sylinders. The Head is redesigned for opitmal flow and Cooling and the Turbo with top mount intercooler is a variable size unit that hits full boost at an astonishingly low 2500rpm. engine swap anyone?

I'll do a write up on it later.

Oh and look for prices on the RDX to be around $32K USD slightly less than the BMW...

just as ugly as before =/

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I don't know about the US price....but Canadiandriver predicted it will be starting @ 46k CAD. That's a bit steep considering X3 2.5 is starting around the same price.

I hate the X3. They look just as bad with the painted bumper :? BMW fucked up on the pricing too. They put it way too close to the X5, and it's just not worth it.

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BMW fucked up on the pricing too. They put it way too close to the X5, and it's just not worth it.

Have to agree... :?

The extra aerokit bits make the front and the rear waaaay too busy. Doesn't look good.

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Im gonna have to disagree with acura having the best Navi. By FAR lexus is the best from what i have road tested. The Acura system seems sluggish at times. The Lexus system is my favorite.

That's... ugly. :|

:puke: X3

LR's upcoming Freelander (mid spec) or a Disco 3 (diesel) is far and away the best deal for this size of SUV. At least the Disco 3 seats 7, and both the new Freelander and the Disco 3 have the option of being able to go off-road.

it looks better than the first one, but still :puke:

This SUV is for the american market, IT will never ever see Off-road. It will only see soccer pratices and bake sales. While if you want a real Off-Roader in america you cant go wrong with a Jeep. The Previous generation Grand Cherokee comes to mind. Mine was a beast!

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Im gonna have to disagree with acura having the best Navi. By FAR lexus is the best from what i have road tested. The Acura system seems sluggish at times. The Lexus system is my favorite.

On what vehicle did you test the Navi? Year and Model? Because the next gen system I am refering to is only available on the 05-06RL and was released an update only about 9 months ago.

I’m sure that the RDX will have a much nicer interior, NAV, Stereo, etc than the CX-7. But it will also cost 5 to 7k more!! As for performance they will be an absolute dead heat. The both have the same power, torque, and curb weight. Not to mention both cars are predicted to be terrible off road. These cars are only meant for city streets and light snow. So performance is not even an issue and these cars will certainly not give Subaru any competition at all.

Personally I would never pay that much more for interior crap, I would choose the CX-7. Then again I don’t even want that much power in a 100% ON ROAD SUV, I don’t have a boat or trailer to pull so it would be a waist. I would just buy a used CR-V with 160HP because it would be by far the best value and would work just as well on streets and in light snow as the others.

hly shit .... it looks uglier then the suzuki potohar :mrgreen:

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I still prefer the x5, and th pricing is a bit wrong yes, but firstly I like the new exterior more - there are many cool details that you don't see at first glance. Secondly, that diedel engine, the monster in the 3.0sd is 286 HP & 580 nm! That is something!!!