Richmond Hill, ON. Boasting greater sporting appeal,
visual impact, and versatility than ever, the all-new 2025 BMW X3
retains its place as the dynamic choice for everyday use, weekend
adventures, and cross-country journeys. A new design language gives
the fourth generation of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) for the
premium midsize segment much enhanced exterior presence and an aura of
dynamic grace. High-quality materials, a more generous standard
specification, advanced digitalization and the new BMW iDrive
Operating System 9 with QuickSelect set the tone for the premium
ambience inside the progressively designed cabin. Driving pleasure,
safety, and long-distance comfort in the new BMW X3 also all benefit
from the precise powertrain and chassis tuning and a wide selection of
semi-automated driving and parking systems.
The new BMW X3 heralds major improvements in efficiency and dynamic
performance to both the 4-cylinder and high-performance 6-cylinder
variants, and these changes coincide with a change to the model
designations. The two models will be badged BMW X3 30 xDrive and
BMW X3 M50 xDrive, thereby dropping the letter “i” from the model name
that previously indicated fuel injection. In future, the letter “i”
will only be used in the names of all-electric BMW models.
The all-new 2025 BMW X3’s aura of modernity and enhanced product
substance provide the ideal basis for adding another chapter to the
BMW X3 success story – one that first began 20 years ago. Since first
establishing the SAV segment in the premium midsize class, it has been
instrumental in the steady growth in popularity of the BMW X models
and, indeed, became the brand’s best-selling model in 2023. The new
BMW X3 will be built for the Canadian market at BMW Group Plant
Spartanburg, South Carolina, using a production process focused on
conserving resources and circularity. Its market launch will get
underway in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Base MSRP (CAD).
2025 BMW X3 30 xDrive $58,900
2025 BMW X3 M50 xDrive $74,900
New design language shines the spotlight on distinctive proportions.
A new design language for the exterior gives the fourth generation of
the BMW X3 an almost monolithic overall appearance with distinctive
BMW X model proportions. Generously proportioned surfaces combine with
just a few crisply defined lines to produce a clearly structured
exterior design that has been reduced to the essentials. The new
BMW X3 is 34 mm longer than its predecessor at 4,755 mm overall, while
width has increased by 29 mm to 1,920 mm. Together with the 16 mm drop
in vehicle height to 1,660 mm and the wider tracks, this produces a
very powerful and sporty look.
The large BMW kidney grille in the upright front end of the new
BMW X3 exudes an air of assured presence. A new internal structure for
the grille composed of vertically and diagonally arranged bars, adds a
fresh touch. The illuminated kidney grille featuring contour lighting
– standard on X3 M50 xDrive, optional on X3 30 xDrive – forms a
continuous line around each element of the grille. The daytime driving
lights, side marker lights, and turn signal indicators in the LED
headlights are now all produced by L-shaped, overlapping light
sources. Full LED Headlights with cornering light functions, plus blue
design detailing, are optionally available, as are Shadowline Lights.
Bold side skirts and a roofline extending deep into the rear end are
the distinguishing features of the new model’s sporty silhouette. The
prominently flared wheel arches create the impression of considerable
width at the rear. The flush-mounted rear window is bordered by a long
roof spoiler and the adjoining side air deflectors. X3 30 xDrive
models are fitted with exhaust tailpipes integrated out of sight in
the rear apron. The fresh interpretation of the characteristic
T-shaped graphic and a satin-finished horizontal bar with integral
turn signal indicators help to give the rear lights a very modern appearance.
There is a choice of one solid, seven metallic and two frozen paint
colours available for the new X3 M50 xDrive, and one solid, nine
metallic and two frozen shades for the new BMW X3 30 xDrive. This
includes the new Dune Grey metallic finish, available on both
variants. And for the next level in personalization, models produced
at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg will also be available with over
fifteen BMW Individual paint finishes.
The new BMW X3 30 xDrive is equipped as standard with 19-inch alloy
wheels with a selection of 20-inch and 21-inch packages available as
options. The optional M Sport Package adds an exceptionally dynamic
look and feel on the road with features such as 20-inch M alloy
wheels, M Sport brakes and suspension, variable sport steering, and
design cues engineered to optimize airflow and aerodynamic balance.
The optional M Sport Pro Package builds on the M Sport content by
adding the illuminated kidney grille (standard on X3 M50 xDrive), M
Sport brakes with a choice of red or blue painted brake calipers (blue
included in M Sport Package on X3 30 xDrive and standard on X3 M50
xDrive), Shadowline Lights, Full LED Headlights with cornering light
function, and Black Exterior Contents.
Sporty premium ambience and generous amounts of space.
The cabin of the new BMW X3 blends robust SAV functionality with
ample spaciousness and a premium ambience full of individual style.
The BMW Curved Display, BMW Interaction Bar, steering wheels with a
flat-bottomed rim, and the new gear selector toggle are the defining
elements of the cockpit’s modern take on hallmark BMW driver-focused
design. Other model-specific highlights include light elements in a
contrasting colour in the centre console and door trims. This new
design feature is located towards the front of the driver’s and front
passenger doors, where it forms a border around function buttons,
ventilation controllers, air vents and the robust door handles
typically found on BMW X models.
The interior’s ambience goes hand in hand with generous amounts of
space and modern versatility. Luggage space can be increased from 570
litres to a maximum of 1,700 litres by folding the rear seats
forward. A trailer hitch is optional and allows a trailer load of up
to 2,200 kg depending on the model variant.
The new BMW X3 is fitted as standard with newly designed electrically
adjustable and heated sport seats upholstered in the customer’s choice
of three colours of Perforated and Quilted Veganza. Two colours of
Merino Leather upholsteries are available as options on both models,
while an M Veganza/Alcantara combination in Black with Blue contrast
stitching is available on the X3 M50 xDrive. Available for the first
time on any BMW model is an optional woven fabric covering the
dashboard and upper doors made from recycled polyester with a premium
knitted texture.
BMW X3 M50 xDrive with exceptional performance qualities.
The foundations for an emotionally intoxicating driving experience in
the BMW tradition were laid by the consistent upgrades made to the
inline 6-cylinder engine from BMW’s latest modular generation. The
3.0-litre engine shines with extremely rapid power delivery, a strong
appetite for revs, and remarkably low fuel consumption and emissions
relative to its power.
The engine in the new BMW X3 M50 xDrive (designated B58B30M2) is one
of the first to benefit from the new Efficient Dynamics Next
technology package. Among the highlights are the Miller combustion
cycle, redesigned intake ports and combustion chamber geometry, and
changes to the injection system, ignition system, exhaust gas routing,
and camshaft timing. The package contains developments including
switchable exhaust-side rocker arms and eVANOS electrically controlled
camshaft adjustment. Among the engine’s M-specific highlights are a
new, extremely robust crankshaft drive, an optimized system of oil
supply for the pistons with cooling channels, and new main bearing
shells and caps. Its M TwinPower Turbo technology has been upgraded by
increasing the performance of the turbocharging system and indirect
charge air cooling at the same time as introducing dual injection for
mixture preparation as a function of load point.
The engine and the 48V hybrid system combine to achieve a total
system output of 393 hp between 5,200 and 6,250 rpm and peak torque of
428 lb-ft between 1,900 and 4,800 rpm. The 48V mild hybrid technology
in the form of a crankshaft-mounted starter generator helps to deliver
instantaneous response to every movement of the accelerator and to
optimize efficiency. The electric motor integrated into the
eight-speed Steptronic transmission can both supplement the output of
the combustion engine and ease the load on it, as required by the
driving situation at hand. A model-specific, extremely rigid engine
mounting makes an additional contribution to the engine’s direct response.
The engine’s spirited power development is accompanied by the
emotionally engaging note from a quad tailpipe exhaust system that
also turns heads stylistically: the twin tailpipes integrated into the
left and right of the rear apron are an unmistakable, M-specific nod
to the position of the new BMW X3 M50 xDrive at the top of the X3
model range’s performance range.
This highly potent powertrain combines with model-specific chassis
technology to deliver a compelling blend of agility, dynamic control,
and handling precision. M Sport brakes, 20-inch Style 1036M alloy
wheels, variable sport steering, and an M Sport differential at the
rear axle all come as standard, while Adaptive M suspension with
electronically controlled dampers can be optionally equipped. Full
contour lighting of the kidney and M-specific design features such as
the M grille with horizontal bars and the quartet of exhaust
tailpipes all serve to underline the status of the BMW M model as the
most powerful version of the new BMW X3.
Powerful, free-revving engine in the new BMW X3 30 xDrive.
The 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder unit (designated B48B20O2)
found under the hood of the BMW X3 30 xDrive boasts instantaneous
power delivery, a healthy appetite for revs, and exemplary efficiency.
Beyond the adoption of 48V mild hybrid technology, this is mostly the
result of extensive upgrades to the core engine. The array of
innovations includes the Miller cycle (which shortens the opening time
of the intake valves), redesigned intake ports and combustion
chambers, and an ignition system featuring an active coil with
integrated electronics. Mixture preparation is optimized using a new
dual injection system. In addition to the existing high-pressure
injection system, some of the fuel is now injected into the combustion
chambers via a low-pressure system. At the same time, the performance
of the turbocharging system and intercooler has also been improved.
Switchable rocker arms on the exhaust side of the VALVETRONIC variable
valve timing form the basis for enabling purely electric driving at
extremely low speeds.
The new power unit generates maximum output of 255 hp between 4,700
and 6,500 rpm and peak torque of 295 lb-ft at 1,600 and 4,500 rpm.
This enables the new BMW X3 30 xDrive to accelerate to 100 km/h from
rest in 6.3 seconds.
Agility and ride comfort up their game.
Both BMW X3 models boast noticeable advancements in agility,
cornering stability, and long-distance comfort over the outgoing
model. A body-in-white with lower weight but increased rigidity and
the wider rear track both play roles here, as do the high-quality
chassis components and control systems tuned for each model.
Modifications to the kinematic and elastokinematic properties of the
double-joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear axle have
increased precision when turning into corners, while the 19 percent
increase in the caster offset of the steering axle benefits
straight-line stability. Near-actuator wheel slip limitation and the
integrated braking system likewise form part of the standard package
of chassis technology.
X3 M50 xDrive customers can choose the optional Adaptive M suspension
which sharpens agility and improves ride comfort, while those
equipping M Sport Package on their X3 30 xDrive can opt for standard
suspension for a less sporty ride.
Parking Assistant as standard. Optional Parking Assistant
Professional with Manoeuvre Assistant.
The new BMW X3 offers a broad range of standard and optional systems
for semi-automated driving and parking. It is equipped as standard
with Forward Collision Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assistant and Speed
Limit Info, along with the Driving Assistant including Active Blind
Spot Detection and manual Speed Limit Assistant. The Parking
Assistant, now standard, incorporates features such as the Backup
Assistant and a Rear View Camera.
Specifying the optional Parking Assistant Professional maximises the
X3’s automated parking abilities. Instead of just using other vehicles
as a guide for determining the boundaries of a parking space, the
system is now also able to take into account road markings and the
curb. Entering and exiting tight spaces can be controlled from outside
the car by smartphone using the My BMW App.
The BMW Manoeuvre Assistant also included in Parking Assistant
Professional makes it possible to store far more complex parking and
general manoeuvres and execute them automatically using GPS data and
the trajectory data from steering movements. It can record up to ten
manoeuvres with a total length of up to 600 metres. At the starting
point of the stored route – and after the driver has given their
confirmation – the BMW Manoeuvre Assistant takes over the full parking
manoeuvre, including all necessary changes in direction. The driver
can control the process from either inside the car or outside (by
smartphone) and focus on monitoring the vehicle’s surroundings. It is
also possible to quickly switch between the two modes, meaning that
once a parking or general manoeuvre has commenced, it can be halted at
any time and then resumed from inside the car using its
control/operation system or from outside using a smartphone. If the
Parking Assistant Professional is specified, the Backup Assistant can
also take over control of the steering on a route of up to 200 metres
along which the vehicle has been previously driven forwards.
Driving Assistant Professional provides an extended driver
assistance experience.
In X3s specified with the optional Driving Assistant Professional,
the Lane Keeping Assistant with Side Collision Protection and Distance
Control can be used when travelling at highway speeds. At lower speeds
up to 60 km/h, the Traffic Jam Assistant can provide attentive,
unlimited hands-free driving to ease the strain of especially dense
traffic situations on limited access highways.
Intuitive operation and new digital services with BMW
Operating System 9.
The new BMW X3 provides further evidence of the relentless progress
being made in the field of digitalization with the introduction of BMW
Operating System 9. This technology lays the foundations for the
latest version of BMW iDrive with QuickSelect. The new edition enables
intuitive, comfortable and ergonomically optimized control of numerous
vehicle functions and use of innovative digital services by means of
the control display’s touchscreen, the BMW Intelligent Personal
Assistant, the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel, and the
BMW iDrive Controller on the centre console. The latest improvements
for interaction using touch and voice control allows the
driver-focused cockpit to further reduce the number of buttons and
switches. The optional BMW Head-Up Display adds further scope to the
multimodal dialogue between the driver and car.
BMW Operating System 9 was developed in-house by the BMW Group and is
based on an Android Open Source Project (AOSP) software stack for the
first time. It provides the basis for a broader offering of digital
content for information and entertainment, shorter function update
cycles and improved accessibility to a host of specific online
services via the BMW ConnectedDrive Store. BMW Operating System 9
therefore paves the way for a customizable selection of additional
digital services that are made available to customers either by means
of BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades or via an ever-growing variety of
third-party apps as part of the optional BMW Digital Premium offering.
BMW Digital Premium includes features such as apps for video
streaming, music from platforms like Spotify, podcasts, news, and
in-car gaming. It also adds functions to the cloud-based navigation
system BMW Maps such as 3D maps, Satellite View users can select from
the BMW Maps menu and Traffic Camera Information displayed in the
instrument cluster or, if equipped, BMW Head-Up Display. BMW Digital
Premium also expands the abilities of the BMW Intelligent Personal
Assistant and broadens the scope of driving experience customization
possibilities courtesy of additional My Modes. Plus, it covers the
data usage required for the digital services.
Remote Software Upgrades, BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades and
BMW Digital Premium.
The BMW Group has the world’s largest fully over-the-air upgradeable
vehicle fleet, with more than 7.5 million vehicles. The Remote
Software Upgrades function keeps the new BMW X3 right up to date with
the latest software at all times. Upgrades may include free quality
improvements, updates, or even additional features (availability
depends on country, vehicle model, equipment and vehicle status).
With BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades, customers can also download
additional digital products and services for their car after they have
bought it. For the majority of BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades, customers
can activate a free-of-charge trial. The BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades
can be downloaded from the BMW ConnectedDrive Store on the web, from
the My BMW App or directly in the car.
The range of products and services available for the new BMW X3 from
the BMW ConnectedDrive Store – which can be accessed via the in-car
app in the car’s All Apps menu – includes Driving Assistant Plus and
Parking Assistant Professional. If Driving Assistant Plus and/or
Parking Assistant Professional are not selected from factory,
customers still have the ability to add the functionality (depending
on equipment) to their vehicle as ConnectedDrive Upgrades. Driving
Assistant Plus includes Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go which
adjusts the speed of the vehicle automatically (to a standstill if
necessary) to maintain a safe distance to the vehicle ahead as well as
Steering Assistant which supports the driver in keeping the vehicle in
the centre of the lane. Parking Assistant Professional includes remote
parking operation via the My BMW App, Manoeuvre Assistant which allows
your vehicle to learn up to 10 parking routes, and an
informative display of parking spaces that can be overlaid
in the parking view. These features make parking in tighter parking
spaces easier by reducing manual steering manoeuvres.
The new BMW Digital Premium package of wide-reaching functionality
extensions can also be downloaded easily from the BMW ConnectedDrive Store.
BMW Digital Premium provides outstanding entertainment when it
comes to music, video streaming, and gaming.
BMW Digital Premium gives customers access to in-car gaming that is
unique in the automotive sector. In cooperation with the game platform
AirConsole*, BMW offers a wide selection of casual games that can be
played while the vehicle is stationary, for example when waiting for
someone or something. The continuously growing portfolio of playable
titles includes racing, sports and quiz games.
The driver and passengers can spend any downtime they have in the car
when it’s stationary by gaming in single-player or in multi-player
mode. They only need their smartphone, which will serve as a
controller, and the gaming experience on the BMW Curved Display is
ready to go. Other games from the BMW ConnectedDrive Store available
via BMW Digital Premium can be played on the control display using
touch control.
BMW Digital Premium also brings an array of audio streaming services
such as Spotify, Deezer and Amazon Music to the new BMW X3. Customers
can use their account with their preferred streaming provider directly
from the car. BMW Digital Premium covers the required data usage for
video and music streaming via the media apps.
Extended functions for the navigation system BMW Maps.
The cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps included as standard in
the new BMW X3 offers further product improvements and extensions. As
well as offering a simplified method of destination entry, BMW Maps
enables fast route calculation, carried out dynamically and based on
precise real-time traffic data transmitted at short intervals. The map
data is accessed online and is therefore as up-to-date as possible at
all times.
The optional Digital Cockpit Professional includes both the BMW
Head-Up Display and the Augmented View function. This adds an
event-related live video stream from the driver’s view to the
navigation map on the control display or instrument cluster. For
example, at a confusing junction an animated direction arrow
integrated into the video image helps the driver to take the correct
turn-off according to the route planning.
Additional My Modes and further scope for individualisation
with BMW Digital Premium.
Customers can tailor the driving experience in the new BMW X3 to
their personal preferences via the three My Modes Personal, Sport and
Efficient. Depending on the My Mode selected, the vehicle functions,
content on the BMW Curved Display and interior lighting are adapted to
work together harmoniously. The My Modes provide a neatly coordinated
overall experience on board. BMW Digital Premium offers the customer a
wider variety of My Modes, with the addition of Expressive Mode, Relax
Mode, Digital Art Mode, and the new Silent Mode.
Natural dialogue with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant adds numerous new skills to
those offered by the predecessor to the new BMW X3. To further enhance
the dialogue between human and car, interactive graphics are shown on
the control display that indicate the Assistant is listening
attentively to what is being said and provide a suitable response to
selected spoken commands.
For example, the Assistant acknowledges the request to look for a gas
station nearby by showing the image of a fuel pump. If BMW Digital
Premium is specified, the customer can choose alternative graphics for
the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. In addition, direct text
overlays tell the customer while they are still formulating their
command what the Assistant has just understood and processed.
Specifications.
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Body |
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No. of |
4 / 5 |
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Length / Width / |
4,755 / 1,920 / 1,660 |
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Wheelbase |
2,865 |
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Track, front / rear |
1,614 / 1,659 |
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Ground clearance |
216 |
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Turning circle |
12.2 |
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Fuel tank capacity |
65 |
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Curb weight |
1,894 |
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GVWR (kg) |
2,500 |
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Luggage capacity |
570 – 1,700 |
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Engine |
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Config. / no. |
Inline / 4 / 16 |
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Engine |
BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, |
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Capacity |
1,998 |
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Stroke / bore |
94.6 / 82.0 |
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Compression ratio |
11.6 |
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Max sys. output (hp @ |
255 @ 4,700-6,500 |
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Max sys. torque (lb-ft |
295 |
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Driving Dynamics and Safety |
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Suspension, |
Double-joint spring strut axle in |
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Suspension, |
Five-link axle in lightweight |
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Brakes, |
Vented |
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Brakes, |
Vented |
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Driving stability |
DSC |
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Safety |
Airbags for driver and passenger, |
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Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
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Steering ratio overall |
15.7 |
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Tires front / |
245/50 |
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Rims, front / rear |
8.5J x |
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Transmission |
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Type |
8-speed STEPTRONIC transmission |
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Gear ratios |
I |
:1 |
5.25 |
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II |
:1 |
3.36 |
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III |
:1 |
2.17 |
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IV |
:1 |
1.72 |
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V |
:1 |
1.32 |
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VI |
:1 |
1.00 |
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VII |
:1 |
0.82 |
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VIII |
:1 |
0.64 |
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R |
:1 |
3.71 |
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Final Drive |
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:1 |
3.39 |
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Performance |
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Acceleration 0-100 |
6.3 |
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Top Speed |
210 |
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Body |
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No. of |
4 / 5 |
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Length / Width / |
4,755 / 1,920 / 1,660 |
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Wheelbase |
2,865 |
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Track, front / rear |
1,622 / 1,623 |
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Ground clearance |
212 |
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Turning circle |
12.2 |
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Fuel tank capacity |
65 |
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Curb weight |
2,057 |
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GVWR (kg) |
2,620 |
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Luggage capacity |
570 – 1,700 |
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Engine |
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Config. / no. |
Inline / 6 / 24 |
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Engine |
BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, |
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Capacity |
2,998 |
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Stroke / bore |
94.6 / 82.0 |
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Compression ratio |
11.0 |
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Max sys. output (hp @ |
393 @ 5,200-6,250 |
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Max sys. torque (lb-ft |
428 |
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Driving Dynamics and Safety |
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Suspension, |
Double-joint spring strut axle in |
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Suspension, |
Five-link axle in lightweight |
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Brakes, |
Vented |
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Brakes, |
Vented |
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Driving stability |
DSC |
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Safety |
Airbags for driver and front |
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Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
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Steering ratio overall |
15.8 |
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Tires front / |
255/45 |
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Rims, front / rear |
9.0J x |
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Transmission |
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Type |
8-speed STEPTRONIC transmission |
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Gear ratios |
I |
:1 |
5.25 |
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II |
:1 |
3.36 |
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III |
:1 |
2.17 |
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IV |
:1 |
1.72 |
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V |
:1 |
1.32 |
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VI |
:1 |
1.00 |
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VII |
:1 |
0.82 |
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VIII |
:1 |
0.64 |
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R |
:1 |
3.71 |
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Final Drive |
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:1 |
3.39 |
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Performance |
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Acceleration 0-100 |
4.6 |
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Top Speed (km/h) |
210 (250) |
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