Safety

The X3 earned a 2009 Top Safety Pick designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the agency's highest award. That means it earned top scores in IIHS' frontal-offset, side-impact and rear crash tests. All X3s have standard electronic stability control and a full complement of airbags.

As of publication, the Q5, GLK350 and XC60 hadn't been tested by IIHS.

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    Side airbags
    In a lateral impact, the side airbag supports the side of the body in the chest and lap area. ...

    Oil types
    Note No oil additives Oil additives may lead to engine damage. Approved oil types Your service center can advise you on which engine oils have been approved by the manufacturer of your vehicl ...

    Executing functions using short commands
    Functions on the main menu can be performed directly by means of short commands, nearly irrespective of which menu item is currently selected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹. List of short commands of ...