BMW X3 is a luxury car, a five-door five-seater crossover, which the German company BMW has been producing since 2003. In 2010, the second generation of these SUVs was introduced, which differ from their predecessors in size, updated design and equipment. The car exists in several versions, differing in engine size and type of gearbox.
BMW X3: specifications
This car has a pretty impressive size. Its length is 456.9 cm, height 167.4, and width 185.3 cm. The maximum possible total mass of a crossover with cargo and passengers is 2355 kg. In the modification of the BMW X3 1.8d AT, the car accelerates to 100 km / h in 10.3 seconds. The maximum speed to which it can be accelerated is 195 km / h. Over a 100 km drive on the highway, the car will use up 5.2 liters of fuel. When driving through the city streets, this figure will be 7.9 liters, and on the combined cycle - 6.2 liters.
BMW X3: reviews
The merits of this luxury car can be talked about endlessly. First of all, it is reliability. Most buyers do not experience any serious damage within 3-4 years of operation of the car (except for occasional factory defects). Impeccable handling is another advantage of the BMW X3 crossover. The reviews of its owners indicate that the car reacts very sensitively to steering turns, keeps the road perfectly even at high speeds. The trunk of a decent size - at least 550 liters, a maximum of 1560 - allows you to easily transport large and bulky cargo. Separately, many note the operation of the gearbox, which switches very smoothly, without any delays, jerks, shocks, without noise and crackles.
Another advantage - this German car is not afraid of Russian frost. Without any additional warm-ups, it starts from one turn at a temperature below –30 degrees. Excellent dynamics: the car at a traffic light instantly breaks down and rushes. Solid brakes that are sensitive to pressing and instantly stop the SUV even on slippery roads. Good landing, wide visibility is another advantage of the BMW X3. Owner reviews also indicate the high quality of the paintwork, which does not peel and does not crack for no apparent reason and can easily withstand minor mechanical damage. Climate control works great, quickly and silently setting the desired temperature at any time of the year at any temperature overboard.
Many owners praise the high ground clearance of the BMW X3. Reviews indicate that this prestigious car will not be scared either by ruts on country roads in the mud and high snowdrifts in winter. There are no problems with parking and driving on rough roads: asphalt does not catch the crossover neither on the bottom nor on the bumper.
Against the background of the advantages of the car, its shortcomings seem trifle. For example, some note wide, side-facing thresholds, for which at first the legs will constantly cling to and trousers get dirty. As a result of excellent handling - a rather stiffer suspension that allows you to feel the bumps and potholes on the roads. And if the front seat ride is still bearable, then in the back passengers throws up quite noticeably.
Quite a high price - although the car is certainly worth the money that car dealerships are asking for it, the average BMW X3 cannot afford the average buyer. The reviews also indicate that while models with a minimum engine size can still be considered economical, more powerful ones consume fuel very significantly. Plastic in the cabin does not look expensive, sometimes there are taps and crunches when driving.
In general, the BMW X3 is a comfortable, reliable and prestigious car that can serve as a benchmark for many other brands and brands.