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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Unbuckling the belt
1. Hold the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the belt buckle. 3. Guide the belt back into its reel. The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every b ...

Hot exhaust system
Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system. Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them. When driving, standing at idle and whi ...

General information
Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children, for example, cannot operate the power windows and injure themselves. ...