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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Brake Force Display
On the left: normal braking. On the right: sharp braking. When the rear fog lampsare switched on, the Brake Force Display is not active and the illuminated area for normal braking is reduced by a ...

Coupe: through-loading system
Opening 1.  To release the rear seat backrest, pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area. 2.  The unlocked rear seat backrest moves forward slightly. Fold the backrest forward b ...

Multi-channel playback,surround
Choose between stereo and multi-channel playback, surround. Setting multi-channel playback, surround 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" 2. "Tone" 3 ...