BMW X3 30 xDrive quick review

BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro

Upcoming X3 variant to offer a stronger state of tune for the existing 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine.

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Exterior design

  • New Brooklyn Grey colour option

  • Gloss black exterior trim replaces chrome

  • Smoked LED headlights and tail-lamps

  • Red brake calipers

  • Larger 20-inch alloy wheels

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Interior

  • Exclusive 'Veganza' leatherette trim for dashboard and door liners

  • Metal sill plates

  • M-spec puddle lamps and seatbelts

  • Ambient lighting looks stunning at night

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Space and comfort

  • Good rear legroom and headroom

  • Backrest is upright and doesn't recline

  • Tall transmission tunnel affects rear-middle passenger

  • Rear sunblinds included

  • 570-litre boot

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Features

  • 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen

  • 12.3-inch digital driver's display

  • Fixed panoramic glass roof

  • 15-speaker Harman Kardon sound system

  • Powered and ventilated front seats

  • 360-degree camera

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Engine and gearbox

  • 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine: 258hp and 400Nm

  • Up 68hp and 90Nm over lower X3 20 xDrive variant

  • 8-speed AT, AWD comes fitted as standard

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Performance and refinement

  • 0-100kph in 6.11 seconds (preliminary testing)

  • Noticeably quicker in-gear acceleration

  • Stronger mid-range, top-end performance

  • Good refinement; slightly coarse at high revs

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Ride and handling

  • Strong grip and traction

  • Sharper turn-in response

  • Steering is direct but not very feelsome

  • Gets adaptive dampers

  • Slightly harsher ride over rough roads

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Price and verdict

  • Pricing yet to be announced, but could be around Rs 75 lakh (ex-showroom)

  • Positioned to rival Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 more directly

  • Launches February 16

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