2007 BMW X3 Review

BMW's compact SUV, the X3, has sparked a parade of competitors from Acura to Volvo, all seemingly aimed at convincing shoppers too rich for a Honda CR-V that, yes, there is a $40,000 alternative.

The aging X3 stays fresh for 2007 thanks to a zippier engine, a new automatic transmission and modest styling changes. Some shoppers may be put off by the new transmission, which muffs its way through slower speeds, but between the masterful handling and high-quality cabin there's enough to like to justify the price.

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Safety belt reminder for the driver's and front passenger seat
The indicator lamp flashes or lights up and a signal sounds. Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly. The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h ...

Switching the high beams on and offmanually
► High beams on, arrow 1. ► High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. The High-beam Assistant can be switched off when manually adjusting the light. To reactivate the High-beam Assis ...

At a glance
At a glance 1 Rear fog lamps 2 Front fog lamps 3 Automatic headlamp control / Adaptive Light Control / high-beam Assistant / welcome lamps / daytime running lights 4 Lamps off / daytime runnin ...