The new BMW X3 was launched in two diesel variants: BMW X3 xDrive20d and BMW X3 xDrive30d.
The new BMW X3 will be CKD produced (Completely Knocked Down) at the BMW Plant Chennai.
The new BMW X3 can now be ordered at BMW dealerships across the country. The deliveries of the new BMW X3 xDrive20d will start in September and of the new BMW X3 xDrive30d in October.
Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India said, “The first-generation BMW X3 was the pioneer in its segment. We are confident that the second generation BMW X3 will inherit the position of its predecessor as the benchmark and will strengthen it further. The launch of the new BMW X3 is a significant milestone in our growth strategy in India and will beyond doubt accelerate the luxurious and dynamic characteristic of the brand.”
BMW Plant Chennai has introduced a second shift and increased its production capacity to 11,000 units per year.
BMW India has increased the number of employees in BMW India and BMW Plant Chennai to over 650.
Upto 1200 additional jobs will be created in the BMW India dealer and service network.
“With the new BMW X3, we make a clear statement. The new BMW X3 is elegant like a true BMW and spacious like no other car in the segment. The enhanced agility, optimised driving comfort and innovative equipment options in the new BMW X3 are designed not just to drive but to live the road, feel every bend and master every terrain.” Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India further added.
The all India ex-showroom prices of the new BMW X3:
The new BMW X3 xDrive20d: INR 41,20,000
The new BMW X3 xDrive30d: INR 47,90,000
The new BMW X3 will be available in a range of eight exciting colours to choose from including Alpine White as non-metallic paintwork and the following metallic colours: Titanium Silver, Black Sapphire, Mineral Silver, Space Grey, Deep Sea Blue, Vermillion Red and Sparkling Bronze. Leather Nevada is the standard upholstery for the new BMW X3 and is available in the following colours: Beige, Black, Red Brown/Black, Havanna/Black and Oyster/Black.
The new BMW X3: Description in Brief
A perfect combination of practicality, functionality and dynamism; the new BMW X3 is an all-round performer.
The athletic agility and design of the new BMW X3 is highlighted by strikingly modern contours. The external dimensions of the new BMW X3 have grown larger translating into greater comfort with a harmonious and generous sense of space. The optional panorama glass sunroof creates a particularly bright ambience inside the cabin.
The interior of the new BMW X3 prides itself with the largest luggage compartment in its class. The rear-seat backrest is divided in three parts (a split of 40/20/40) and can be individually folded down to increase the luggage compartment capacity from 550 litres to a maximum of 1,600 litres.
To increase Driver orientation, the centre console is tilted slightly towards the driver so that all the relevant operating functions provide a sense of personal control. Seats in the new BMW X3 are electrically adjustable on both the driver and front seat passenger sides.
The new BMW X3 allows drivers to choose the desired suspension settings such as Normal, Sports and Sports+ and adjusts the suspension to suit the driving conditions and road quality.
The entertainment and communication functions are controlled through the on-board iDrive. The iDrive comes with a 6.5 inch high resolution display screen in the new BMW X3 xDrive20d and an 8.8 inch high resolution display screen on the new BMW X3 xDrive30d.
The new BMW X3 features Bi-Xenon headlights with LED (Light Emitting Diode) light rings in BMW classic style which improves road illumination at night and in poor visibility conditions.
The BMW xDrive is an intelligent all-wheel drive system with a built-in sense of direction. It monitors the driving situation constantly and distributes drive power smoothly between the axles. And it thinks ahead too. As one drives, the xDrive analyses data from the on-board electronics systems such as speed, steering angle, torque output and other key factors – and calculates whether the vehicle can follow the driver’s wish or if it threatens to oversteer or understeer, thereby preventing the vehicle from swerving.
The new BMW X3 also features Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control as standard which prevent vehicle rolling on inclines/declines.
The particularly smooth eight-speed automatic transmission in the new BMW X3 combines outstanding gearshift comfort, dynamic performance and efficiency of the highest level.
The new BMW X3 xDrive 20d accelerates to 100 km/hr in 8.5 seconds with a top speed of 210 km/hr (electronically limited). The four-cylinder diesel engine with turbocharger and common-rail direct injection gives a maximum output of 135 kW/184 hp at 4,000 rpm as well as maximum torque of 380 Nm from 1,750 to 2,750 rpm.
The new BMW X3 xDrive 30d accelerates to 100 km/hr in 6.2 seconds with a top speed of 210 km/hr (electronically limited). The turbocharged six-cylinder diesel engine with common-rail direct injection gives a maximum output of 190 kW/258 hp at 4,000 rpm as well as maximum torque of 560 Nm from 2,000 to 2,750 rpm.
The new BMW X3 xDrive20d comes fitted with 17-inch light alloys and the new BMW X3 xDrive30d with 18-inch light alloys.
The new BMW X3 comes with Run-Flat tyres which remain functional even after a complete loss of pressure.
