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.
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Tilt alarm sensor
The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.
The alarm system responds in situations such
as attempts to steal a wheel or tow the car. ...
Storage compartments inside the cargo area
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the left side trim panel of the luggage
compartment will contain a rubber strapfor securing small objects such as
a folding umbrella.
The lashing eyes i ...
Checking the oil level
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically and displayed
on the Control Display.
Requirements
The engine must be running and warm after
the vehicle has been driven for at least
...