X3 in the Market
At $38,000, the X3 starts substantially higher than its nearest competitor, the Acura RDX. Save for its problematic transmission behavior, the BMW offers a more buttoned-down driving experience than the Acura. For some, that's worth every penny.
As BMW surely knows, the X3 can't sit on its pedestal forever. Land Rover's entry-level LR2 is on the way, and so are the Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60. If the X3 is to remain a desirable car, BMW will have to fix a few things so buyers need not weigh the good against the bad — because there will be plenty of very good alternatives soon.
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Exterior
The 5 Series is BMW's second-largest sedan, next to the 7 Series, and the
wagon adds even more bulk. The rather large rump reminds me of more traditional
wagons from the past, while competitors of ...
Weather Band
General information
The availability of the Weather Band and the
number of available channels can vary depending
on the region.
Switching on the Weather Band
1. "Radio"
2. "Weat ...
Securing cargo
BMW X5
BMW X5
BMW X6
BMW X6
▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with retaining
straps, a cargo net or draw straps.
▷ Larger and heavy objects: secure with cargo
straps.
Four ...