Press Release
Page 1: In Short I
Page 2: In Short II
Page 3: Concept
Page 4: Design
Page 5: Interior
Page 6: Powertrain
Page 7: Drivetrain
Page 8: All-Wheel Drive
Page 9: Chassis
Page 10: Body & Safety
Page 11: Equipment & Production
The Concept: Fascinating Combination of Agility and Versatility
- Driving dynamics and elegance in a new segment.
- Modern combination of function and refinement.
- The BMW X3: the premium offer in its segment.
The story of the BMW X3 is a story of success, the story of an all-round talent. In the process of developing the BMW X3, the challenge was to combine particularly attractive features in an innovative, unprecedented manner.
So with its generous and, at the same time, flexible interior, the BMW X3 lives up to the practical needs and requirements of everyday motoring at all times, naturally also offering unlimited driving pleasure through its agile and effortless handling.
As a particularly agile Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), the BMW X3 combines dynamic driving characteristics on the road with all the traction benefits of BMW’s intelligent xDrive all-wheel-drive system also on rough terrain.
Yet another point is that this very special robustness is combined with sporting and elegant body design as well as top quality in the finish of the vehicle and exclusive materials creating a genuine premium ambience inside. As a result, the new BMW X3 meets the demanding and, at the same time, diverse expectations of a modern and active target group.
The SAV: versatility in its most fascinating form
The particular style and character of an SAV comes out above all in its modern and emotional body design as well as dynamic driving qualities. And indeed, the clear distinction versus the conventional offroader and SUV is the key to the success of the BMW X-Series.
It was BMW itself that created the SAV segment through the introduction of the BMW X5, the first vehicle of its kind with sporting and elegant design language as well as the driving dynamics so typical of a BMW, thus setting a new benchmark in the market.
The BMW X3 then took up this fascinating concept, applying the philosophy to a more compact vehicle with smaller exterior dimensions.
Ever since, the very concept of versatility has been defined in a much broader sense than ever before. Because here the generous interior, five comfortable seats and ample space for all kinds of transport requirements are combined with permanent all-wheel drive for superior performance both on the road and off the beaten track.
But at the same time, a BMW SAV has even more to offer: Long-distance grand touring comfort and the joy of sporting and active motoring in a unique vehicle, as well as the thrill of elegant looks, premium flare, and supreme comfort.
BMW is indeed the only car maker in the world able to offer two models with this unique combination of outstanding fortes.
The BMW X3 – an SAV leading the market in the offroad segment
Within a very short time, the BMW X3 has developed into an outstanding performer in international automobile markets and is already one of the most popular all-wheel-drive vehicles in many countries the world over. Within just 21?2 years, more than 260,000 units of the BMW X3 have been delivered to customers worldwide. Accounting for a market share of 11.4 per cent in 2005, the X3 has already taken over the leading position in the offroad market in Germany. Indeed, this outstanding success of the BMW X3 and BMW’s intelligent xDrive all-wheel-drive system enabled BMW to sell more all-wheel-drive cars worldwide in 2005 than any other manufacturer in the premium segment.
The new BMW X3 is the consistent evolution of the SAV concept, thus offering everything required to powerfully continue this unique story of success. Through body design carefully upgraded with a clear view on all relevant details, and with a high-class interior finish, the sporting and elegant look of the BMW X3 now comes out even more strongly and convincingly than ever before.
The new BMW X3 also raises the standard once again in driving dynamics, its new engines allowing a level of performance far superior to the conventional standard in this segment.
Clearly, therefore, the BMW X3 remains the exception in this segment of the premium class – and more than ever before, this unique vehicle is destined for the active and discerning motorist who truly appreciates superior drive technology, versatility, driving dynamics, and the highest level of quality in finish.
These are precisely the discerning connoisseurs who will genuinely enjoy the new BMW X3 with its sporting spirit, spontaneity and independence on the highest level of perfection.
