Exterior

The exterior remains the same for 2009, and the X3 retains its awkward angles, disjointed taillights and odd lower bodywork. It's not unattractive, but it sure isn't as stylish as Mercedes' new GLK350, Audi's Q5 or the new Volvo XC60, which actually turned heads when I tested it recently.

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    Display
    Night Vision with pedestrian detection is not available on the rear screen*. Settings via iDrive With Night Vision switched on: 1. Activate Night Vision with pedestrian detection. 2. Press the c ...

    Switching off automatically
    System switches off: above approx. 9 mph/ 15 km/h. Switch on the system again if necessary. ...

    Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
    In the event of a malfunction, the fuel filler flap can be released manually: 1. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo area. 2. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. Manually unlockin ...