Munich. BMW Customer Service has its customers’ backs. The new “Relax. We Care.” campaign showcases this aspect with a quirky sense of humour. It is now available to view on social media.

Anything that can go wrong will go wrong – and this is also the theme of the new short film for the annual BMW Customer Service campaign. “The Thief” is a story about a marriage proposal and a thief, with all kinds of surprising twists and turns. Larger than life, told with tongue firmly in cheek, and great attention to detail.

As in the previous films “The Park” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tD9TJrcp5AM) and “The Storm” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1_Vv7Fb4Bk), the BMW as the silent protagonist suffers plenty of indignities. Scratches, dents, shattered glass and broken-off parts are the visible result of these unexpected adventures. Just as well the professionals from BMW Service and Original BMW Parts are there to repair the damage and bring the claim “Relax. We Care.” to life.

The “Relax. We Care.” campaign was produced by the digital agency Monks. The short film “The Thief” is available to view from 19 March at https://youtu.be/z0zKyLufPTI

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Boasting greater sporting appeal, visual impact and versatility than ever, the new BMW X3 assumes the mantle of talented all-rounder for everyday use, leisure activities and trips away in the brand’s core segment. A new design language gives the fourth generation of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) for the premium midsize segment much enhanced exterior presence and an aura of dynamic grace. High-quality materials, a far more generous standard specification, advanced digitalisation and the new BMW iDrive with QuickSelect based on BMW Operating System 9 set the tone for the premium ambience inside the progressively designed cabin. Driving pleasure, safety and long-distance comfort in the new BMW X3 also all benefit from the exceptionally precise tuning of the overall vehicle setup and a wide selection of semi-automated driving and parking systems.

The new BMW X3 heralds major improvements in efficiency and dynamic performance with its wide-ranging model line-up. The portfolio of powertrains comprises not just highly efficient petrol and diesel engines, but also a latest-generation plug-in hybrid system that enables the new BMW X3 30e xDrive (consumption, weighted and combined: 24.0 – 22.3 kWh/100 km and 1.1 – 0.9 l/100 km [256.8 – 313.9 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, weighted and combined: 26 – 21 g/km in WLTP cycle; fuel consumption with battery empty: 7.9 – 7.2 l/100 km [35.8 – 39.2 mpg imp] in WLTP cycle; CO₂ classes: with battery empty G – F; weighted and combined B) to achieve an electric range of 81 – 90 kilometres (50 – 56 miles) in the WLTP cycle. With a hike in drive power to 293 kW/398 hp and dynamic performance capabilities to eclipse its rivals, the new BMW X3 M50 xDrive M Performance model (fuel consumption, combined: 8.3 – 7.7 l/ 100 km [34.0 – 36.7 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 189 – 175 g/km in WLTP cycle; CO₂ class(es) G – F) offers a compelling proposition.

The new edition’s aura of modernity and enhanced product substance provide the ideal basis for adding another chapter to the BMW X3 success story – one that first began 20 years ago. Since first establishing the SAV segment in the premium midsize class, it has been instrumental in the steady growth in popularity of the BMW X models and, indeed, became the brand’s best-selling model in 2023. The new BMW X3 will be built at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg (USA) and Plant Rosslyn (South Africa) using a production process focused on conserving resources and circularity. Its market launch will get underway in Europe and the USA in the fourth quarter of 2024, progressing across numerous other markets from January 2025.

New design language shines the spotlight on distinctive proportions.

A new design language for the exterior helps to give the fourth generation of the BMW X3 an almost monolithic overall appearance with distinctive BMW X model proportions. Generously proportioned surfaces combine with just a few, crisply defined lines to produce a clearly structured exterior that has been reduced to the essentials. The new BMW X3 is 34 millimetres longer than its predecessor at 4,755 millimetres, while width has increased by 29 millimetres to 1,920 millimetres. Together with the 25‑millimetre drop in vehicle height to 1,660 millimetres and the wider tracks, this produces a very powerful and sporty look.

The large BMW kidney grille in the upright front end of the new BMW X3 gives off an air of assured presence. A new structure for the grille interior, comprising vertically and diagonally arranged bars, adds a fresh touch. The optional BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting forms a continuous line around each element of the grille. The daytime driving lights, side lights and turn signal indicators in the LED headlights are now all produced by L-shaped, overlapping light sources. Adaptive LED Headlights with non-dazzling matrix high beam, urban light and cornering light functions, plus blue design detailing are optionally available, as are M Shadowline lights.

Bold side skirts and a roofline extending deep into the rear end are the distinguishing features of the new model’s sporty silhouette. The prominently flared wheel arches create the impression of considerable width at the rear. The flush-mounted rear window is bordered by a long roof spoiler and the adjoining side air deflectors. All model variants aside from the BMW X3 M50 xDrive come with exhaust tailpipes integrated out of sight in the rear apron. The fresh interpretation of the characteristic T-shaped graphic and a satinated horizontal bar with integral turn signal indicators help to give the rear lights a very modern appearance.

There is a choice of one solid and eight metallic shades for the exterior paintwork of the new BMW X3, including the new Dune Grey metallic finish. Models produced at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg will additionally be available with BMW Individual paint finishes, including two matt shimmering Frozen options, as well as over 15 BMW Individual special paint finishes.

The new BMW X3 is equipped as standard with light-alloy wheels measuring 18 inches in size (BMW X3 30e xDrive: 19 inches), with a selection of 20-inch and 21-inch items also available as factory-fitted options. The optional M Sport package creates an exceptionally dynamic look with features such as 19-inch M light-alloy wheels and bespoke design cues for optimising airflow and aerodynamic balance. The M Sport package Pro builds on this content by adding, among other things, the Iconic Glow contour lighting and M Sport brakes with red-painted callipers.

Sporty premium ambience and generous amounts of space.

The cabin of the new BMW X3 blends robust SAV functionality with ample spaciousness and a premium ambience full of individual style. The BMW Curved Display, BMW Interaction Bar, steering wheels with a flat-bottomed rim and the new-look gear selector lever are the defining elements of the cockpit’s modern take on hallmark BMW driver-focused design. Other model-specific highlights include light elements in a contrasting colour in the centre console and door trims. This new design feature is located towards the front of the driver’s and front passenger doors, where it forms a border around function buttons, ventilation controllers, air vents and the robust door openers typically found on BMW X models.

The interior’s individual ambience goes hand in hand with generous amounts of space and modern versatility. Load space can be increased from 570 to a maximum 1,700 litres (BMW X3 30e xDrive: 460 – 1,600 litres). A trailer coupling that extends and retracts again electrically can be specified as an option. The maximum permitted trailer load is 2,500 kilograms, depending on the model variant.

The new BMW X3 is fitted as standard with newly designed electrically adjustable and heated sport seats upholstered in Econeer, with surfaces and cushioning made from secondary material. Veganza and BMW Individual Merino leather upholsteries are both available as an option. Making its debut for a BMW model is the optional Luxury instrument panel made from recycled polyester with a high-class knitted texture.

Plug-in hybrid with significantly longer electric range.

The drive system in the BMW X3 30e xDrive plug-in hybrid is made up of a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine partnered with an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed Steptronic transmission. These join forces to generate system output of up to 220 kW/299 hp.

Helped by latest-generation BMW eDrive technology and adaptive recuperation, the new BMW X3 30e xDrive achieves an electric range of 81 – 90 kilometres (50 – 56 miles) in the WLTP cycle, which is considerably longer than its predecessor could offer. Its Combined Charging Unit enables AC charging at 11 kW as standard. The plug-in-hybrid model also comes prepared for smart charging with the Connected Home Charging option.

BMW X3 M50 xDrive with standout performance qualities.

The range-topping model, the new BMW X3 M50 xDrive, features the most powerful six-cylinder in-line petrol engine yet fitted in an M Performance model. The 3.0-litre M TwinPower Turbo unit links up with 48V mild hybrid technology. Its maximum output of 293 kW/398 hp is channelled to the road via an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission and BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. The BMW X3 M50 xDrive powers to 100 km/h (62 mph) from rest in 4.6 seconds.

This stunningly potent powertrain combines with the bespoke chassis technology to deliver a compelling blend of agility, dynamism and handling precision. M Sport suspension with variable sport steering, M Sport brakes, 20-inch M light-alloy wheels and an M Sport differential integrated into the rear axle all come as standard. There is also the option of adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers. M-specific design features, the M kidney grille with horizontal bars and BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting, and the quartet of exhaust tailpipes all serve to underline the status of the BMW M model as the most powerful version of the new BMW X3.

Systematic electrification for petrol and diesel engines, eight-speed Steptronic transmission and BMW xDrive all-wheel drive as standard.

48V mild hybrid technology also endows all other variants of the new BMW X3 with enhanced efficiency and rapid power delivery. It enables the 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol unit in the new BMW X3 20 xDrive (fuel consumption, combined: 7.6 – 6.9 l/100 km [37.2 – 40.9 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 172 – 156 g/km in WLTP cycle; CO₂ class: F) to generate maximum output of 153 kW/208 hp. This translates into a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 7.8 seconds.

The four-cylinder diesel engine, also with a displacement of 2.0 litres, under the bonnet of the new BMW X3 20d xDrive (fuel consumption, combined: 6.5 – 5.8 l/100 km [43.5 – 48.7 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 171 – 153 g/km in WLTP cycle; CO₂ classes: F – E) posts maximum output of 145 kW/197 hp. The diesel model completes the 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) sprint in 7.7 seconds. A six-cylinder in-line diesel engine will be added to the line-up for the new BMW X3 in summer 2025.

All the power units link up with an eight-speed Steptronic transmission including shift paddles on the steering wheel as standard. There is also a Sport Boost function for exceptionally rapid bursts of speed in models specified with the M Sport package and in the new BMW X3 M50 xDrive. All model variants also benefit from fully variable distribution of drive power via the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system as standard.

Agility and ride comfort up their game.

All model variants of the new BMW X3 boast driving qualities offering a clearly noticeable increase in agility, cornering stability and long-distance comfort over the outgoing model. A body with lower weight but increased rigidity and the wider rear track both play a role here, as do the high-quality chassis components and control systems tuned for this specific model. Modifications to the kinematic and elastokinematic properties of the double-joint spring strut front axle and five-link rear axle have increased precision when turning into corners, while the 19 per cent increase in the caster offset of the steering axle is a boon for straight-line stability. Near-actuator wheel slip limitation and the integrated braking system likewise form part of the standard package of chassis technology.

Customers looking for even more dynamic prowess can choose the optional M Sport suspension including sport steering and M Sport brakes (both standard for the new BMW X3 M50 xDrive). Adaptive suspension – also to be found on the options list – sharpens the agility of the new BMW X3 at the same time as increasing ride comfort.

Driving Assistant and Parking Assistant as standard.

The new BMW X3 offers a far more extensive range of standard and optional systems for semi-automated driving and parking. It is equipped as standard with front collision warning, Lane Departure Warning and Speed Limit Info, along with the Driving Assistant including Lane Change Warning and manual Speed Limit Assist. The Parking Assistant (also standard) incorporates features such as the Reversing Assistant and a Reversing Assist Camera.

Among the highlights on the list of optional systems are the Steering and Lane Control Assistant, as well as automatic Speed Limit Assist and route speed control when using Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function. The optional Parking Assistant Professional allows parking and general manoeuvres to be controlled from outside the car using a smartphone.

More generous standard specification for greater comfort and driving pleasure.

Besides the extra assistance systems, the far more generous standard specification compared to the outgoing model offers a wealth of other features that help boost comfort and driving pleasure in the new BMW X3. These include three-zone automatic climate control, acoustic glazing, Comfort Access, automatic tailgate operation, an electric folding mechanism for the exterior mirrors, an alarm system and BMW Live Cockpit Plus complete with the cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system. The new BMW X3 also comes as standard with ambient lighting featuring a Welcome and Goodbye Animation, a tray including wireless charging function for compatible smartphones, a Bluetooth interface, four USB-C ports, a 12V power socket in the centre console and another in the luggage compartment.

The optional BMW Live Cockpit Professional adds not only the BMW Head-Up Display, but also the Augmented View function in the control display. In addition to this, new equipment packages are available for targeted customisation of the car. The Premium Package features lumbar support, the Harman Kardon surround sound system, the Travel & Comfort System and Adaptive LED Headlights. And the Comfort Package adds sun blinds for the rear side windows, active seat ventilation in the front and seat heating in the rear. Also to be found on the options list are a fixed panoramic glass sunroof featuring a large transparent surface without any cross struts to break it up, steering wheel heating, sun protection glass in the rear and a pre-heating function. The new BMW X3 30e xDrive, meanwhile, comes with the BMW IconicSounds Electric for special sound effects.

BMW Operating System 9, BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and BMW Digital Premium.

The new BMW X3 comes with the latest version of BMW iDrive with QuickSelect to provide intuitive, easy control. Its new home screen shows vertically arranged function icons on the same level. The QuickSelect feature allows functions to be activated directly without having to enter a submenu. The new BMW iDrive is geared squarely to touch and voice control. It is based on BMW Operating System 9, which also paves the way for a customisable selection of additional digital services. These can be made available over the air, both via the BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades facility and thanks to an ever-expanding variety of third-party apps offered as part of the optional BMW Digital Premium package.

BMW Digital Premium allows in-car use of the specific apps available in each country on a subscription basis. Besides music streaming, the portfolio includes a wide choice of video streaming options (DTS AutoStage Video Service powered by TiVo™) on the control display too. The video app in the new BMW X3 therefore offers customers a large number of media libraries and streaming services. The range of in-car gaming with the AirConsole game platform also includes the popular quiz “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?”. BMW Digital Premium additionally covers the necessary data usage for the featured digital services. This option also expands the functions of the navigation system and the selection of both My Modes and lighting effects for the Welcome and Goodbye Animation. In certain countries, BMW Digital Premium also allows digital payment of parking fees from the comfort of the vehicle.

Smartphone integration using Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is available as standard. The BMW ID and My BMW App make it easy to personalise the user experience in the new BMW X3. There is also the option of using the My BMW App to set up the BMW Digital Key Plus with ultra-wideband radio technology for compatible smartphones running iOS or Android or for an Apple Watch.

All figures relating to performance, fuel/electric power consumption and emissions are provisional.

All of the stated model variants, equipment features, technical data and fuel/electric power consumption and emissions figures relate to the offering in the German market. Dimensions and measurements refer to vehicles with basic configuration in Germany. These may vary depending on the wheel/tyre size and items of optional equipment selected.

Singapore. BMW Asia, Performance Motors Limited and Performance Munich Autos today announced the availability of the new BMW X3 and BMW X4. For the second phase of the model cycle, BMW has refreshed its successful Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) BMW and the Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) BMW with a new look, improved equipment and a range structure which has been optimised for customers. The redesigned front end and revised rear section lend even clearer emphasis to the robust off-road look and sporty appearance of the third-generation BMW X3. Its coupé counterpart, the second-generation BMW X4, adopts the new front end, adds its own accentuation with the exclusive BMW mesh kidney grille and offers a particularly dynamic rear end. The refresh is rounded off with a modern interior with new equipment features and updated infotainment. BMW M GmbH has also upgraded the M models of the BMW X3 and BMW X4 at the same time.

Modern drive technology and a clearer product structure.

The introduction of mild hybrid technology with a 48-volt-starter generator ensures a broad drive portfolio at the cutting edge of technology. These include the new BMW X3 xDrive30e and, at the top of the range, high-performance models from BMW M GmbH. In Singapore, the new BMW X3 and BMW X4 are fitted with the all-wheel drive system BMW xDrive as standard. A new range structure ensures a greater focus on sportiness and “X-ness” as well as enhanced clarity through deliberate reduction. The M Sport package and the familiar M variants are available as an alternative to the standard equipment enriched with high-quality X elements. The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 are produced at the Spartanburg plant in the USA.

New BMW X3 with classic X elements and sporty genes.

The new BMW X3 has a more modern appearance that conveys a more powerful presence, with design changes to the front and rear and an emphasis on classic X-elements. The BMW kidney grille and headlights have been redesigned along with the front apron and rear bumper, while new graphics have been applied to the rear lights. High-quality X elements such as underbody protection and specific side skirts in the style of the previous X Line are already standard. The sporty genes of the SAV are underlined by the M Sport package and the new BMW X3 M40i.

New BMW kidney grille and flatter headlights.

With the redesigned BMW kidney grille, headlights that are around ten millimetres flatter and the new front apron, the new BMW X3 looks almost like a new vehicle. More strikingly shaped, especially in the upper area, the BMW kidney grille is larger than before and now comprises a single-piece frame. A black bar in which the iCam is positioned if fitted ensures visual separation of the grille. The front headlights feature adaptive LED headlights with Matrix function, where the adverse weather light takes on the function of the previously separate fog lights while the BMW Laser Light with a range of up to 650 metres is now also available as an optional extra.

Front apron and rear apron redesigned.

Below the headlights, vertical air intakes arranged in a triangular interpretation frame the front bumper. In the new front apron, taut and amply-sized surfaces in body colour and the robust underbody protection reinforce the presence and high-quality aura of the SAV. The new BMW X3 xDrive30e with plug-in hybrid drive also bears an “electrified by i” emblem on the front wing, while an additional blue ring adorns all BMW logos on this engine version, including those on the wheel hub covers. The rear section of the new BMW X3 offers greater clarity as a result of various measures. A black border gives the full LED rear lights a more precise appearance, while the narrower light graphic now includes a three-dimensionally modelled pincer contour and

horizontal turn signals integrated in filigree style. The emphasis on horizontal lines, for example in the concave area at the lower end of the tailgate, contributes to the tidy impression of the rear. The newly designed and elaborately painted underbody protection provides a powerful finish to the road. The new, flush-fitting free-form tailpipe trims are larger and sportier, conveying a more powerful presence.

M Sport package with specific exterior details.

The M Sport package gives the new BMW X3 a sportier orientation. The specific front apron features significantly larger air inlets and inserts finished in high-gloss black, as well as more pronounced air curtains. The window graphics, roof rails and BMW kidney frame and bars are optionally available in high-gloss black. The sportier rear bumper includes a more striking diffuser finished in Dark Shadow along with two additional side air-curtain-panels in high-gloss black. The standard trim includes the new 19-inch Y-Spoke 887M alloy wheel in Midnight Grey Bicolor with 245/50 R19 tyres. Additional wheels in 20 inches (standard on the new BMW X3 xDrive30i M Sport) and 21 inches (standard on the new BMW X3 M40i) are available as an option, as well as the M Sport brake with blue or red brake calipers.

Further M insignia in the M Performance cars.

Further visual differentiation is offered by the new BMW X3 M40i, which shows its affiliation to the BMW M GmbH portfolio with a specific BMW M kidney. In addition to a chrome frame, it bears the typical M double grille bars in high-gloss black and with an M logo. While the same aprons as in the M Sport package are to be found at the front and rear, the aerodynamically optimised M exterior mirrors in high-gloss black, the free-form tailpipe trims in black chrome and the striking “Two Teeth” design ensure a distinctive look. The new BMW X3 M40i is fitted as standard with 21-inch M light alloy wheels double-spoke 718M in Bicolour with the mixed tyres 245/45 R21 at the front and 275/40 R21 at the rear.

BMW mesh kidney grille as an exclusive distinguishing feature of the new BMW X4.

The new BMW X4 adopts the new front end of the new BMW X3, but adds an exclusive distinguishing feature in the form of the mesh kidney familiar from other sporty BMW models. Just like the new BMW X3, the adaptive LED headlights with Matrix function are also standard, while the BMW Laser Light, which is particularly light-intensive and has a long range, is also available as an option for the new BMW X4. Featuring flat full LED rear lights that emphasise the vehicle width and protrude strikingly from the vehicle body in their three-dimensional design, the rear section now has an even more clear-cut shape in the new BMW X4 revision. The new rear apron has a tidier appearance, with an increased proportion of painted surface and reflectors now placed vertically and lower in the bumper. The wide free-form tailpipe trims echo the horizontal lines of the upper section.

M Sport package with striking rear apron in the new BMW X4.

In M Sport guise, the frame and inserts of the new BMW X4’s kidney grille can be painted in high-gloss black on request. In addition, the car comes with a new rear apron with a wide, offset insert in the shape of an anvil. Like the side air-curtain-panels, this is finished in high-gloss black and gives a powerful overall impression that is distinctly road-oriented. As with the new BMW X3, the M Sport package includes the new 19-inch alloy wheel Y-Spoke 887M in Midnight Grey Bicolor with 245/50 R19 tyres as standard. Additional 20-inch (standard on the new BMW X4 xDrive30i M Sport) and 21-inch wheels (standard on the new BMW X4 M40i) and the M Sport brake are available as options.

BMW M insignia for the new BMW X4 M40i.

The new BMW X4 M40i is based on the appearance and standard equipment of the corresponding BMW X3 model and bears typical BMW M insignia such as the specific BMW M kidney with chrome frame, double kidney bars in high-gloss black and M logo as well as the aerodynamically optimised M exterior mirrors in high-gloss black. The rear apron with its anvil-shaped insert is complemented by air curtain trim in high-gloss black. Analogous to the new BMW X3 M40i are the free-form tailpipe trims in black chrome with the two "teeth" and the tyres.

11 paint finishes for the new BMW X3 and one exclusively for the new BMW X4.

Following the redesign of the BMW X3, BMW offers a total of 11 paint finishes in the regular range. The metallic paint finish Skyscraper Grey is new, and as is M Brooklyn Grey metallic from the M Sport package upwards, along with the two BMW Individual paint finishes Aventurine Red and Tanzanite Blue. The new metallic finish Piedmont Red is available exclusively for the new BMW X4. For the first time, there is also a choice of numerous special BMW Individual paint finishes for the two models, including matt finishes such as Frozen Deep Grey. The range of special finishes available is to be further expanded in the future.

Significantly revised interior.

The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 adopt the centre console of the current BMW 4 Series. The free-standing, central Control Display with touch function now comes standard with a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches in all vehicles. The significantly improved standard equipment now also includes Leather Vernasca sports seats, as well as automatic climate control with 3-zone control. In order to make the vehicle configuration process clearer and more straightforward for customers, not least reducing the number of conflicts, the complexity of the equipment lines and optional extras has deliberately been reduced by 30 per cent. In addition to the cupholder and a model-specific emblem, the centre console accommodates the newly designed control island with the gear selector lever, buttons for the start/stop system, the electric parking brake, hill descent control and various driving experience functions as well as the BMW Controller. The engine start button is positioned here, too. New electroplated trim elements on the air vents add a touch of elegance while emphasising the horizontal lines in the interior. Additional functions are offered by the standard Ambient Light, which features contour lighting above the decorative trim in the dashboard and ambient lighting that shines gently downwards below the accent trim to create a particularly high-quality, relaxing atmosphere in the interior.

Hybrid technology for all engines.

The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 demonstrate increasing electrification with modern hybrid technology in connection with all the drive systems available in Singapore. In addition to the BMW X3 xDrive30e with plug-in hybrid drive, which has been in production since December 2019, all 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines in the two model series now use 48-volt mild hybrid technology, including a 48-volt-starter generator, ensuring even better driving performance with lower fuel consumption and increased driving comfort. The energy obtained by means of recuperation and stored in the 48-volt battery can also be used for an electric boost of 8 kW/11 hp in addition to supplying the 12-volt on-board network.

Three petrol engines on offer.

Three drive options are available in Singapore for the new BMW X3 and BMW X4, covering a power range from 135 kW/184 hp to 265 kW/360 hp. These include the new BMW X3 xDrive20i and the new BMW X4 xDrive20i with 135 kW/184 hp, the new BMW X3 xDrive30i and the new BMW X4 xDrive30i with 180 kW/245 hp and the new BMW X3 M40i and new BMW X4 M40i with 265 kW/360 hp.

Plug-in hybrid with an electric range of up to 50 kilometres.

The new BMW X3 xDrive30e plug-in hybrid model is reserved for the SAV. Its system consists of a 4-cylinder petrol engine combined with an electric motor whose power is transmitted to all four wheels. Their joint system output of 215 kW/292 hp can be increased by up to 30 kW/41 hp by temporary use of the electric motor’s peak output. It has a lithium-ion high-voltage battery that enables a range of up to 50 kilometres.

8-speed Steptronic transmission and BMW xDrive as standard.

The new xDrive20i models are combined with 8-speed Steptronic gearboxes specifically matched to the respective engine characteristics while the new xDrive30i, xDrive30e and M40i models feature the 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission including paddle shifts and Launch Control as standard. BMW xDrive all-wheel drive makes a significant contribution to the versatile sporty flair of the new BMW X3 and BMW X4. Its precise electronic control ensures especially sporty power distribution that is typical of the brand. Its rear-wheel orientation makes dynamic cornering in particular an especially intense experience. In addition, BMW xDrive optimises both driving stability and traction over rough terrain.

Driving Assistant Professional available for the first time.

In refreshing the BMW X3 and BMW X4, BMW has reorganised and once again significantly expanded the range of modern driver assistance systems to enhance both comfort and safety. The Driving Assistant Professional, available for the first time as an option in these model series, offers the driver comfortable relief and increased safety in driving situations where there is a conscious desire for assistance. The 3D environment visualisation Assisted View in the instrument cluster provides an overview of which Driving Assistant Professional assistance systems are activated and what functions they offer.

The cars come with functions such as Lane Departure Warning, plus Collision and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking function, the latest version of which also alerts the driver when a cyclist is detected, and Driving Assistant with Lane Change Warning, Rear Collision Prevention and Cross-Traffic Alert. The standard-fit Parking Assistant package also includes the Reversing Assistant, which helps retrace a completed line (50 metres) in reverse with the driver being able to keep a watchful eye via the surround view system. Another new feature in the new BMW X3 and BMW X4 is the optional BMW Drive Recorder, which takes videos around the vehicle.

BMW Live Cockpit Professional with 12.3-inch display as standard.

With the BMW Live Cockpit Professional as standard and intelligent networking including innovative digital services based on BMW Operating System 7, the new BMW X3 and BMW X4 now offer particularly close interaction between driver and vehicle. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional offers a fully digital display network: the high-resolution instrument cluster behind the steering wheel and the Control Display each have a screen diagonal of 12.3 inches.

Smartphone connectivity and integration of third-party services.

The BMW Live Cockpit Professional also features optimised wireless smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay. Here, the driver can view all the important information from the apps on the Control Display and – in intelligently processed form – in the instrument cluster and the optional BMW Head-Up Display (standard on the new xDrive30i and M40i models).

With Android Auto™, the BMW Group has added another customer-relevant service to its range of seamless in-vehicle connectivity, offering easy and safe use of smartphone functions such as music, media or messaging apps while driving. Highlights of the interaction between Android Auto and BMW include convenient and wireless networking and the intelligent integration of Google Maps™ navigation instructions in the BMW Head-up Display.

In addition, the My BMW App is a universal interface to the vehicle. It offers information on the state of the vehicle at all times and, depending on the options fitted, enables remote access functions such as vehicle location, locking and unlocking the doors or recording the vehicle’s surroundings via the Remote 3D View function (standard on the new M40i models).

Enhanced functionality for the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.

The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is also constantly gaining additional capabilities in the new BMW X3 and BMW X4, creating an even more intensive bond between driver and vehicle. With the digital companion, naturally spoken instructions can now be used to regulate the air conditioning, open and close the windows or change the driving experience switch modes, for instance. It can also access the new News app, which reads out the latest news to passengers, and learn routines that increase comfort and driving pleasure in certain situations.

Remote Software Upgrade updates “over-the-air”.

Since 2018 and the introduction of BMW Operating System 7, it has been possible for drivers of BMW models to keep their vehicle constantly up to date with the latest software status using Remote Software Upgrade. In the new BMW X3 and BMW X4, too, upgrades can include different content from new services to improved vehicle features and can be loaded "over-the-air". Furthermore, intelligent networking offers the option to integrate additional functions into the vehicle at a later date. The options that can be retrofitted digitally include the high beam assistant and BMW Drive Recorder.

The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 are now available for viewing at the Performance Motors Limited and Performance Munich Autos showrooms.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 prices.
2. The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 specifications.

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1. The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 prices.

2. The new BMW X3 and BMW X4 specifications.

BMW X3 xDrive20i

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control (VALVETRONIC), Double VANOS variable camshaft control.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 300 Nm at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 8.4 seconds.
Top speed: 215 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 7.0 L/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 163 g/km.

BMW X3 xDrive30i

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control (VALVETRONIC), Double VANOS variable camshaft control.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 245 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 350 Nm at 1,560– 4,800 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 6.6 seconds.
Top speed: 235 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 8.7 L/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 199 g/km.

BMW X3 M40i

Six-cylinder petrol engine, M Performance TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control VALVETRONIC, Double VANOS variable camshaft control.
Capacity: 2,998 cc.
Output: 360 hp at 5,200 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 500 Nm at 1,900 – 5,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 4.9 seconds.
Top speed: 250 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 9.5 L/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 217 g/km.

BMW X3 xDrive30e
Drive System

Full hybrid drive, transmission of engine torque of one or both motors to all four wheels via BMW xDrive.

Max system output: 292 hp.

Max system torque: 420 Nm.

Petrol Engine

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control (VALVETRONIC), Double VANOS variable camshaft control.

Capacity: 1,998 cc.

Output: 184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.

Torque: 300 Nm at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.

Fuel consumption (combined): 2.6 L/100 km.

Electric Motor

BMW eDrive Technology: Synchronous electric motor integrated into 8-speed Steptronic transmission, generator function for recuperating energy for the high-voltage storage system.

Output: 109 hp at 3,140 rpm.

Torque: 265 Nm at 100 – 2,500 rpm.

Electric consumption (combined): 20.7 kWh/100km.

Performance
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 6.1 seconds.
Top speed: 210 km/h.
Top speed (electric): 135 km/h.
Range (electric): 42 – 50 km.

BMW X4 xDrive20i

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control (VALVETRONIC), Double VANOS variable camshaft control.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 300 Nm at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 8.4 seconds.
Top speed: 215 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 8.5 L/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 196 g/km.

BMW X4 xDrive30i

Four-cylinder petrol engine, BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control (VALVETRONIC), Double VANOS variable camshaft control.
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Output: 245 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 350 Nm at 1,560 – 4,800 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 6.6 seconds.
Top speed: 235 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 8.7 L/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 199 g/km.

BMW X4 M40i

Six-cylinder petrol engine, M Performance TwinPower Turbo Technology: Twin-scroll turbocharger, direct fuel injection: High Precision Injection, fully variable valve control VALVETRONIC, Double VANOS variable camshaft control.
Capacity: 2,998 cc.
Output: 360 hp at 5,200 – 6,500 rpm.
Torque: 500 Nm at 1,900 – 5,000 rpm.
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 4.9 seconds.
Top speed: 250 km/h.
Combined fuel consumption: 9.5 L/100 km.
Combined CO₂ emissions: 217 g/km.

Singapore. BMW Asia and Performance Motors Limited today announced the availability of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e, the third Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) in the brand's current model range to feature a plug-in hybrid drive and power transmission to all four wheels, offering exciting versatility and a purely electric driving experience as well as outstandingly low fuel consumption and emissions.

The unique combination of intelligent all-wheel drive BMW xDrive and cutting-edge BMW eDrive technology makes for sustainable driving pleasure in another BMW model. Together, the 4-cylinder combustion engine and the electric motor of the plug-in hybrid model generate a maximum system output of 292 hp. The unique combination of the intelligent 4-wheel drive system BMW xDrive and state-of-the-art BMW eDrive technology reduces average fuel consumption to 2.8 litres per 100 kilometres. The combined power consumption of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e is 18.3 kWh per 100 kilometres. Its lithium-ion high-voltage battery equipped with the very latest battery cell technology enables purely electric mobility with a range of 51 to 55 kilometres*.

The new BMW X3 xDrive30e is produced at the BMW plant in Spartanburg, USA – alongside the conventionally powered model variants of the BMW X3. In this way, the BMW Group is consistently pursuing not only the electrification of its drive portfolio but also a product strategy geared towards the diverse needs of its customers. The globally popular SAV model in the premium mid-range segment is the first model of the brand to be offered with both a conventional combustion engine and a plug-in hybrid system – with a purely electrically powered model variant to be added in due course.

Sports Activity Vehicle with agile handling, superior off-road performance and outstanding efficiency.

The new BMW X3 xDrive30e combines the typical qualities of a Sports Activity Vehicle with particularly efficient drive technology. The plug-in hybrid model is likewise characterised by agile handling and sporty driving characteristics, robust versatility, a versatile interior, premium quality and advanced connectivity. Its BMW xDrive system permanently distributes the drive torque between the front and rear wheels as required – even when driving purely on electric power – so as to ensure sporty driving characteristics on the road and superior off-road performance over unsurfaced terrain. The drive power is generated by a 2.0-litre, 184 hp 4-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology and an electric motor integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic transmission with an output of 109 hp. Together, the two drive units mobilise a system output of 292 hp. The maximum system torque of the plug-in hybrid drive is 420 Nm. This allows the new BMW X3 xDrive30e to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds. Its top speed is 210km/h.

Depending on the operating mode and the situation on the road, the electric motor of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e can be used either for purely electric mobility or to support the combustion engine. In MAX eDrive mode, which can be activated via the eDrive button on the centre console, the new BMW X3 xDrive30e achieves a top speed of 135 km/h with a locally emissions-free and virtually silent drive unit. In the standard Auto eDrive setting, purely electric driving is possible at speeds of up to 110 km/h. The combustion engine only switches on at higher speeds or when there are particularly high load requirements. When both drive units are active, the efficiency of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e is optimised, as is its sprint capacity. When accelerating, the spontaneous power development of the electric motor is clearly noticeable, while at constant speeds its electric assist reduces fuel consumption and emissions. The support of the electric motor ensures that the combustion engine can run within an efficiency-optimised load range as often as possible. The likewise available BATTERY CONTROL setting serves to keep the charge state of the high-voltage battery at a level determined by the driver. In this way, the power supply can be specifically reserved and used for local emissions-free driving on urban stretches of road during a lengthier trip.

High-voltage battery based on the very latest battery cell technology for maximum efficiency; large, variable luggage compartment.

The lithium-ion battery of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e is located in a space-saving position underneath the rear seat, while the fuel tank is positioned above the rear axle. This means that the transport capacity of the plug-in hybrid model is only slightly restricted. At 450 litres, the luggage compartment volume of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e is on a par with those models which have a conventional engine. By folding down the rear seat with 40:20:40 split, the storage space can be extended to up to 1,500 litres. Thanks to cutting-edge battery cell technology and a gross energy content of 12.0 kWh, the high-voltage battery contributes both to the outstanding efficiency and the excellent electrical range of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e. As a result, the plug-in hybrid model can be used for a great deal of day-to-day travel without locally produced emissions –even beyond the city.

The high-voltage battery can be charged using the standard-equipment charging cable. In this way, the battery can be fully charged in less than six hours. At a BMW i Wallbox, the same charging process can be completed in around three and a half hours. The charging socket is located under a separate flap on the front left side wall of the car. The electrical energy stored in the high-voltage battery is also used to supply the 12-volt vehicle electrical system.

Extensive list of standard and optional equipment.

The new BMW X3 xDrive30e comes in the model variants xLine and M Sport. Its standard equipment includes acoustic pedestrian protection. When driving electrically at low speeds, an unmistakeable sound designed specifically for electrified BMW models is generated to alert other road users to the approaching car without impairing the acoustic comfort of the vehicle occupants. In addition, the new BMW X3 xDrive30e is equipped with an auxiliary air conditioning system as standard. It can also be controlled remotely from a smartphone using the BMW Connected App. New digital services help make it more attractive and convenient to charge the high-voltage battery when out and about. The digital services support the driver in searching for and selecting public charging stations, enable the charging process to be controlled via remote functions and transmit information relating to charge status, electrical and combined range and individual energy consumption to the driver’s smartphone or other personal devices.

In addition, almost the entire range of optional equipment available for the conventionally powered versions of the BMW X3 is also available for the plug-in hybrid model – thereby increasing driving pleasure, comfort and individual style. This range includes an Adaptive Suspension, a Variable Sports Steering and an M Sport Brake System, the BMW Head-Up Display, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function and Parking Assistant Plus.

New BMW X3 xDrive30e has a smaller overall CO₂ footprint.

The “real” environmental impact of plug-in hybrid vehicles has been questioned on occasion, especially in markets where the proportion of green energy used by the public energy grid remains small. The BMW Group conducted a full-cycle CO₂ certification for the new BMW X3 xDrive30e – from raw material procurement, the supply chain, production and the use phase, all the way to recycling.

This revealed the CO₂ footprint of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e to be 26 per cent smaller than that of the new BMW X3 xDrive30i when running on average European power in the use phase. When charging the car with green energy, its CO₂ footprint is reduced by as much as 54 per cent.

BMW plug-in hybrid models offer an array of benefits in everyday use.

BMW’s plug-in hybrid drive systems already offer users a host of additional benefits over traditional solutions:

• Money-saving: Electric driving in urban areas is cheaper than using petrol or diesel if the plug-in hybrid vehicle is charged at home or at the workplace at low cost.
• Interior always at the right temperature, even before you get in: auxiliary air conditioning is fitted as standard.
• Braking is winning: The battery is charged under braking. In conventional vehicles, braking generates only heat and brake dust.
• The best of both worlds: Plug-in hybrids provide electric driving pleasure in urban areas and classical BMW driving pleasure over longer distances.
• Better quality of life in cities: By driving on electric power, users can actively contribute to reducing emissions and traffic noise in cities.

The new BMW X3 xDrive30e is now available for viewing at the Performance Motors Limited showroom.

Additional information enclosed:

1. The new BMW X3 xDrive30e price.
2. The new BMW X3 xDrive30e specifications.

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1. The new BMW X3 xDrive30e price.

2. The new BMW X3 xDrive30e specifications.

Drive System

Full hybrid drive, permanent torque vectoring to all four wheels from one or both units via BMW xDrive

Max system output: 292 hp.

Max system torque: 420 Nm.

Petrol Engine

BMW TwinPower Turbo technology: TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Direct Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing

Capacity: 1,998 cc.

Output: 184 hp at 5,000 – 6,500 rpm.

Torque: 300 Nm at 1,350 – 4,000 rpm.

Fuel consumption (combined): 2.8 L/100 km.

Electric Motor

BMW eDrive technology: synchronous electric motor integrated into eight-speed Steptronic transmission, generator function for recuperating energy for the high-voltage battery

Output: 109 hp at 3,170 rpm.

Torque: 265 Nm at 0 – 3,170 rpm.

Electric consumption (combined): 18.3 kWh/100km.

Performance
Acceleration (0 – 100 km/h): 6.1 seconds.
Top speed: 210 km/h.
Top speed (electric): 135 km/h.
Range (electric): 51 – 55 km.

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