2011 BMW X3 Review by Mike Hanley
The BMW X3 may have been a pioneer among compact luxury crossovers, but a number of competitors — including the Audi Q5, Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class and Volvo XC60 — have entered the fray since its debut as a 2004 model. Now, with the second-generation X3, BMW has new metal to take them on.
The 2011 BMW X3 is still the small luxury crossover of choice for driving enthusiasts, but its substantially more forgiving suspension tuning should make the new version far more appealing.
I tested the base xDrive28i, which starts at $36,750; with options, our test car's sticker price was $43,875. For a side-by-side comparison with the competitors mentioned above, click here.
See also:
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for
additional information on service requirements.
Mainten ...
Doors
Automatic Soft Closing*
To close the doors, push lightly.
It is closed automatically.
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the
doors is clear; otherwise, injuries may result. ...
Buttons on the remote control
Buttons on the remote control
1. Unlocking
2. Locking
3. Trunk lid
4. Panic mode, headlamp courtesy delay feature ...