This new BMW X3 has a BIG problem…!

Uploaded 8 months ago by carwow

Video Summary

-The BMW X3 is in its fourth generation with a new look, new interior, new technology, longer and wider dimensions but is lower than before.
- The engines are the same as before.
- Big grille
- The new X3’s driving assistance sensors are behind filled bits of plastic on the grille.
- The hood has an indentation like the M4 and M3 models.
- M50 has a more aggressive lower front bumper than the standard X line or M Sport model.
- Regardless of the model, all have the same headlights which look cool when turned on.
- Has real vents down the side to smooth airflow to improve aerodynamics.
- Starting Alloy wheels are 18 inches.
- The wheels shown in the video were 21 inches and do not look all that big.
- The M50 has upgraded sports brakes which are painted red.
- The mirrors on the M50 version are "fistable”.
- The M Sport and M50 get black roof bars.
- It has flush door handles which are easy to operate when the car is unlocked.
- The back has a sloping roof line with an integrated spoiler.
- Not much going on at the back end really, The light design is cool and looks good when illuminated.
- The car does not have a car wow stick of truth as standard, you have to pay extra for it.
- The M50 has real exhaust pipes.
- It has a fake diffuser that is kind of pointless on a car like this.
- Overall, the design of this car is good but not blown away by it and not offended by it.
- With the key we had to lock the car to let the car cycle for its brain to reset.
- Interior design is good, you have this big screen which when working, looks great, the layout is minimalist, which looks good but in terms of functionality it's not great.
- Can upgrade for £455 to have a fabric material but the reviewer thought that it was not that good and the standard Leatherette felt nicer.
- Does not like the big empty bin area.
- That the construction of the car has had the price in mind as the materials have not been the focus.
- From a cost of £48,375 it can cost £66,980 for the range topping M50 with options at £76,815. You can save an average £3000 off a brand new x3 through car wow.
- Had to relock the car to allow the screen to start functioning again.
- Dampening in comfort setting.
- It has an interior camera and a dash cam that is facing forward.
- On the doors, material is scratchy
- Door handles feel cheap.
- Door material is plasticky
- Touch sensitive controller to adjust air flow
- Luggages net in boot
- Cannot release back seats from the boot.
- With all this the X3 does not feel that expensive as it costs.
- The New X3 starting price 48,375 pounds raising to 66,980 pounds for the range topping M50.
- You can save an average £3000 off a brand new x3 through car wow
-You should shortlist
- It is 4 wheel drive and automatic gears box.
- It can be a relaxed drive, has great position, good views.
- Huge fat pillers which make big blind spots.
-The view out is not great either
- Requires surroundings cameras to help park.
- Has a steering of 12.2 m
- Has adaptive dampers and that is what they are selling them.
- A must as is what makes it different to drive
- The car is just a lovely to drive.
- Car is an excellent SUV which performs, handles well and is great fun.

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