BMW X3 History and development

BMW presented the precursor to the X3 as a concept vehicle unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in 2003. Dubbed the xActivity, BMW previewed a SAV based on the 3 Series platform, without windows and a vestigial roof.

BMW X3

BMW X3

BMW X3

BMW X3

BMW X3

BMW X3

As BMW used parts from the E39 5 Series in making the X5, likewise BMW engineers employed 3 Series parts with the X3, e.g., the rear suspension from the E46 330xi.


BMW X3

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Outside the North American markets, diesel sales dominate the X3 model mix. In Europe, the range starts with a 2.0 litre 4 cylinder petrol, a 4cyl. turbo diesel (the most successful derivative) and continues with 6 cylinder turbo & bi-turbo diesels. The range topper is the sport diesel with 286 bhp (213 kW; 290 PS).

2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


2011 BMW X


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