The new X3 aims to rectify its predecessors flaws
It has sacrificed some sportiness for the sake of becoming a more well rounded vehicle
The platform has been completely redeveloped
Overall, it’s 83mm longer than before at 4648mm and 28mm wider at 1881mm
15mm has been added to the wheelbase (now 2810mm) and the tracks are a significant 92mm wider
Despite the expansion, it weighs 25kg less than its predecessor
Only the four-cylinder diesel xDrive20d SE will be offered in the UK at launch
In the new X3 it produces 181bhp and 280lb ft of torque - both increase over its predecessor
The interior has been transformed
It uses quality materials, a generous standard spec and an ultra-clean layout
The increase in the car’s size has resulted in usefully more cabin space than before
There’s now enough leg, shoulder and elbow room for two 6ft-plus adults to sit in comfort
It's less agile than the old car, but its ride is relatively supple even in sportier settings
The luggage bay is now the biggest in the class with a capacity of 550-1600 litresBMW X3 xDrive20d SE
Price: £30,490; Top speed: 131mph; 0-62mph: 8.5sec; Economy: 50.4mpg; CO2: 149g/km; Kerb weight: 1715kg; Engine: 4 cyls, 1995cc, turbodiesel; Power: 181bhp at 4000rpm; Torque: 280lb ft at 1750-2750rpm; Gearbox: 6-spd manual
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