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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Turn signal
Using turn signals
Using turn signals
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever to the resistance
point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator la ...
Programmable memory buttons
General information
The Owner's Manual can be stored on the programmable
memory buttons and called up directly.
Storing
1. "Owner's Manual" Select via the iDrive.
2. Press the desired ...
Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its oper ...