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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The concept
Dynamic Performance Control optimizes the handling characteristics of your vehicle when starting off, cornering, and during evasive maneuvers. To achieve this, the system variably distributes t ...

Camera
Camera The camera lens is located in the handle of the trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by dirt. Clean the lens. ...

Front fog lamps
The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on. Press the button. The green indicator lamp lights up. If the automatic headlamp control, is activated, the low beams will come on automat ...