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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Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous pollutants from the outside air that enters the vehicle. The service center replaces th ...

Lateral ventilation
Thumbwheel for opening and closing the vents continuously, arrow 1. Lever for changing the air flow direction, arrow 2. ...

Supplementary text messages
Addition information, such as on the cause of a fault or the required action, can be called up via Check Control. The supplementary text of urgent messages is displayed on the Control Display a ...