Wheels and tires

See also:

DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C Conform to Federal Safety Requirements All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.◀ ...

Automatic deactivation during forward travel
The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on if necessary. ...

Exterior
The exterior remains the same for 2009, and the X3 retains its awkward angles, disjointed taillights and odd lower bodywork. It's not unattractive, but it sure isn't as stylish as Mercedes' new GL ...