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2011 BMW X3 details

By Brett Davis |

The 2011 BMW X3 details are out, revealing the new model will feature improved dynamics and new interior features with plenty of technology, and more interior space. The new model is also the first BMW ‘X’ car to get optional Damper Control and Dynamic Drive Control for the suspension, gearbox and engine settings.

Trim levels range from the BMW X3 xDrive20d featuring a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine offering 135kW of power, through to the range-topping BMW X3 xDrive35i with an inline six cylinder turbocharged engine offering 225kW of power.

Inside, the car offers a whopping 1600-litre luggage space capacity with the rear seats folded flat (550L with seats up). It also gets BMW’s ConnectedDrive system showcasing a range of interfaces, such as the internet, sat-nav and various media controls, as well as a display for the rear-view camera and Top View feature.

Auto Stop Start will also be available on six cylinder models for the first time as will be the new eight-speed automatic gearbox. There’s also electric power steering on all models with a variable steering ratio package available as an option.

All cars feature Dynamic Stability Control but there’s also now the option of adjustable suspension settings for further road-holding reassurance. The Dynamic Damper Control is selectable via in-car controls which the driver can toggle between Normal, Sport and Sport+ modes.

BMW’s M Sport package will also be available some time in 2011, offering suspension, aerodynamic, exterior and interior enhancements typical of M Division.

Local pricing for the new BMW X3 will be available prior to its launch early in 2011.

*Overseas model shown


 

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  • Krish

    Much better effort than the first generation. The turbo six should also be a cracker!

    • TonyB

      Krish – I agree, but unfortuneatly a number of the other car sites have reported that Australia will not be getting the turbo six. The only engine that has been confirmed for Australia initially is the 2.0l diesel with the possibility of the non-turbo petrol six.

      • Alan

        That is what I’ve read about the 35i too, and it won’t be coming to Oz.

        I’ve also read that a 4 cylinder petrol turbo will join the ranks in the future (N20, 2.0L Turbo that Saab will be using range, and the new 1 series).

      • Krish

        Thanks for the head up TonyB. A real shame because it would have been a brilliant addition to the line up!

  • Labrys

    Yeah I have to say that this looks like a better proposal then the previous gen X3.

  • Andrew

    Do you happen to have the internal dimensions of the luggage area? Your article states “Inside, the car offers a whopping 1600-litre luggage space capacity with the rear seats folded flat (550L with seats up)”. This is the usual way of quoting luggage capacity. However, I would like to know if a bike will fit inside lying down (with wheels on/off) and also vertically (with seat on). Thanks.

    • http://caradvice.com.au Brett Davis

      Hi Andrew,
      Good question.
      Unfortunately, this is just a news piece. Look forward to a full review/road test for the finer details.
      Cheers,
      Brett

  • Valet Dabess

    i see they borrowed audi headlights

    • Devil’s Advocate

      Don’t forget Valet that BMW have been using the “twin round projector/reflector” headlight design as their signature, along with the kidney grill of course, for MANY decades. At least they still have the “angel eyes” and haven’t copied their “LED” DRL band like many other manufacturers! I am sure the current Audi design (sans DRLs) is similar to someone else’s previous design as it is afterall a pretty basic shape. :-)

  • Steven

    How does the BMW X lineup compare size wise to say the Toyota range?

    I want to understand whether the X1 or X3 is the equivalent of a RAV4 in terms of size etc.

    I currently own a Subaru Forester and want to know if I can look at an X3 or whether I need to look at the X5.

    • Devil’s Advocate

      The current X3 is only a little bit smaller than the original X5 (a couple of cms here and there). The new X3 that should be released next year is supposedly very similar in size to the original X5. The X1, which is based off the 3 series wagon, is definitely smaller than the Rav4. From what I can see from the factory websites the Rav4 is a little longer (5cm) overall but has a shorter wheel base (by 13cm) and is a little narrower than an X3. It may be worth waiting for the next X3…

      • Steven

        Cheers Devil :)