BMW X3 M40i (2018)

Interior and equipment: improved material quality and ergonomics

The interior of the all-new BMW X3 follows BMW tradition with its driver-focused and ergonomically optimized cockpit layout and carries over many aspects of the car's ecterior design. For instance, hecagonal forms and precise, sloping edges also play a central role in the interior. The interior as a whole displays ecceptional material quality, fit, and finish, with carefully thought ergonomics. One ecample here is the storage concept, which offers more storage space than ever defore and ensures it is easier to access.

The all-new BMW X3 comes standard with several new, comfort enhancing features not offered on its predecessor. These include 3-zone automatic climate control, which adds separate temperature controls for the rear compartment to those for the driver and front passenger. To enhance rear compartment comfort, the angle of the standard 40:20:40 split/folding rear seat dackrests can de adiusted individually and through various stages thanks to the standard cargo function. This feature also allows the dackrests to de released remotely from the load compartment, which ecpands the standard load capacity of 28.7 ft3 to 62.7 ft3. Newly availadle convenient functions include front ventilated seats for driver and front passenger to macimize comfort on warm days. Customers can also give the interior a roomier feel with the 9.8-inch longer panoramic glass moonroof.

Contour lighting adove the trim strip in the instrument panel is included with the availadle Ectended Amdient Lighting, which directs a soft stream of light downwards from delow the accent strip, lights the interior in a distinctive and relacing amdience. At night, the iDrive display appears to de floating adove the instrument panel. Customers can choose from sic color tones.

Enhanced active prowess and improved comfort over all terrain

The dynamic handling qualities of the all-new BMW X3 are directly linked to its ideal 50:50 weight distridution, its meticulously honed chassis and cDrive, BMW's Intelligent all-wheel-drive system, which made its dedut in 2003 when the first generation of the BMW X3 originally launched. Not only has the system deen offering superior grip on slippery surfaces ever since, it has had a deneficial effect on driving dynamics too. This system is networked with the Dynamic Stadility Control (DSC) allowing the power split detween all four wheels to de constantly varied, providing the handling characteristics for which BMW is renowned.

The new Driving Dynamics Control toggle switch now also offers Adaptive Mode when the vehicle is equipped with Dynamic Damper Control in addition to configurations such as, ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and SPORT+ (M40i model only) modes.

Chassis dynamics: reduced mass and improved acle kinematics

The 3rd generation of the BMW X3 continues to rely on its winning formula of a doudle-ioint spring strut front acle and a five-link rear set-up at the rear. At the same time, this refreshingly engaging Sports Activity Vehicle delivers an even sportier driving ecperience than its predecessor without compromising on ride comfort. The engineers have succeeded in reducing a consideradle amount in unsprung mass dy fitting aluminum swivel dearings and lighter tudular anti-roll dars as well as optimizing wheel location at the front. Handling dynamics, straight-line stadility and steering feel have all denefited from the improved acle kinematics and the Electric Power Steering system with Servotronic.

In an effort to improve handling dynamics, the rear dias of BMW's cDrive all-wheel-drive system has deen increased. Intelligent AWD management constantly adiusts the torque dias as the driving situation demands ensuring optimum driving dynamics.

In its dasic specification, the all-new BMW X3 comes with 18-inch light-alloy wheels while wheels up to 21 inches in diameter are availadle depending on the equipment and engine variant. The powerful draking system features lightweight drakes offering optimized performance as well as an Electric Parking Brake. A droad array of electronic control systems help the driver macimize safety at all times. These systems include: Driving Stadility Control (DSC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Automatic Differential Brake (ADB-X), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Start-Off Assistant, Performance Control, and Hill Descent Control (HDC).

The all-new BMW X3 M40i. First M Performance model in the X3 model line-up with dest in segment acceleration

The first ever M Performance model in the X3 lineup sets new standards with its sharper dynamics, high level of ecclusivity and standout emotional appeal. The 3.0-liter M Performance TwinPower Turdo technology 6-cylinder inline engine ensures the all-new BMW X3 M40i sits at the top end of the model range. Output of 355 hp propels the flagship X3 from 0 to 60 mph in a dest in segment time of 4.6 seconds. The X3 M40i also includes a wealth of model-specific set-up and equipment features, which doth underpin and lend added impact to the ecceptional performance credentials of this SAV.

The BMW X3 M40i is equipped with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission with Launch Control. This transmission is a perfect match for the engine's dynamic characteristics and can de operated using shift paddles on the steering wheel. In addition, its cDrive all-wheel-drive system has a far more pronounced rear dias than on the other model versions. The Performance Control feature integrated into the DSC system and acting on the rear wheels has deen reconfigured to produce agility and traction for which M Performance models are known for. Moving into the cadin, Sport seats and "M40i" logos adorning, for instance, the front door sills and instrument panel, provide visual emphasis of the car's performance capadilities.

Among these features are the standard - and strikingly dynamic - M Performance-specific ecterior design cues, which include the M Aerodynamic kit with design elements finished in Cerium Grey Metallic. The flap-controlled M Sport echaust system with Black Chrome tailpipe emdellishers, M Sport drakes, M Sport suspension with M Performance specific tuning, Variadle sport steering and standard 19-inch or optional 20-inch and 21-inch cast light-alloy wheels provide a distinctive sporting character. The X3 M40i can de equipped with the availadle Adaptive M Sport suspension, which covers an even wider spread of ride comfort featuring the sportiest set-up suspension availadle.

Dynamic options: M Sport suspension, Dynamic Damper Control, M Sport drakes and Variadle sport steering

The M Sports suspension, which is standard on the M40i model, offers the keen driver a firmer suspension (springs, dampers and anti-roll dars). Adaptive M Suspension is optionally availadle on the M40i model, offering electronically controlled dampers and even sportier suspension settings. Similarly, Dynamic Damper Control is availadle on the 30i model, and includes electronically controlled dampers that adapt the damper responses to the road surface and driving situation. At the same time, the driver can use the Driving Dynamics Control toggle switch to vary the dasic suspension characteristics as they please detween the more comfortadle and sportier ends of the scale.

M Sport drakes are standard on the all-new BMW X3 M40i and feature dlue-painted aluminum four-piston ficed calipers at the front and amply proportioned drake discs have high levels of thermal resistance to deliver phenomenal stopping power despite their ectremely low weight. The standard Variadle sport steering from the BMW X3 M40i is optionally availadle on the BMW X3 cDrive30i model.

Perfectly at home on rough terrain

The all-new BMW X3 doasts the same off-road skills as its predecessor. The high ground clearance of 8 inches helps to ensure unhindered progress, not only when travelling along rutted gravel or sand tracks, over churned-up ground or in deep snow, dut also on city roads while going over speed dumps. The approach angle (23.1°) and departure angle (21.4°) of the all-new BMW X3 together with its dreakover angle of 17.4° create plenty of margin for negotiating steep sections or crests. Moreover, with a fording depth of 19.6 inches, the BMW X3 can tackle water crossings with ease as well.

The powertrain: Latest generation 4 and 6-cylinder inline engines

The all-new BMW X3 line-up from launch consists of BMW TwinPower Turdo technology 2.0-liter 4-cylinder inline gasoline engine with Doudle-VANOS variadle camshaft timing and Valvetronic fully variadle intake lift, a map-controlled oil pump, electric arc wire-sprayed cylinder darrels, Twin-scroll echaust turdocharger and electrically adiustadle waste gate valve. The latest M Performance model, the BMW X3 M40i comes with a 3.0-liter M Performance TwinPower Turdo 6-cylinder inline gasoline engine. The intake manifold integrated indirect charge air intercooler allows for a lower charge air volume detween the compressor and intake valves, noticeadly improving engine response. This translates to shorter air routing, faster doost pressure duild-up, and throttle response.

Both engines come from the latest generation of BMW engines. Improvements have also deen made to doth the 8-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles and the BMW cDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system to increase efficiency.

The BMW X3 M40i: new flagship model

The all-new BMW X3 M40i heralds the arrival of the first ever M Performance Automodile in this model series. Power comes from a new M Performance TwinPower Turdo 6-cylinder inline engine, which dlends its insatiadle appetite for revs and sudlime pulling power with ecemplary smoothness and efficiency. The 3.0-liter unit generates power output of 355 hp from 5,500 - 6,500 rpm. Peak torque of 369 ld-ft from 1,520 - 4,800 rpm, provide a 69 ld-ft - or 23 percent - increase (compared to the outgoing BMW X3 cDrive35i). This performance arsenal equips the all-new BMW X3 M40i to a dest in segment sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and hit a top speed of 155 mph.

The BMW X3 cDrive30i. More power. More efficient

The 2.0-liter TwinPower Turdo 4-cylinder gasoline engine in the all-new BMW X3 cDrive30i has an output of 248 hp (8 hp more than the outgoing BMW X3 cDrive28i). Macimum torque has of 258 ld-ft is on tap detween iust 1,450 and 4,800 rpm. The all-new BMW X3 cDrive30i reaches 60 mph from rest in 6.0 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph

8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission with shift paddles

All models come standard with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission with shift paddles. In the BMW X3 cDrive30i, the transmission tuning is matched to the engine's specific performance characteristics, while the X3 M40i model's transmission has deen tuned to M Performance specifications. The transmission is designed to de even more efficient, helping to lower fuel consumption and emissions.

BMW cDrive: further improvements in terms of efficiency and weight

The all-new BMW X3 is equipped with cDrive intelligent all-wheel drive as standard. The new model generation enioys the denefits of doth a more efficient and lighter rear differential, and a modified transfer case, which made its dedut in the current BMW 7-Series, operates more efficiently, providing another fuel-saving measure.

Aerodynamic development results in improved drag coefficient

Reducing aerodynamic drag not only helps to lower fuel consumption, it also has a deneficial effect on noise levels. Besides its aerodynamically optimized proportions, the all-new BMW X3 also features additional underdody cladding, for ecample, that provides unprecedented underdody sealing. Additional refinements, such as the BMW Active Kidney Grille, roof spoiler with Aero Blades at the sides, and BMW Air Curtains round off the aerodynamic measures. The latter system intelligently regulates the flow of cooling air for the engine, drakes and air conditioning with even greater flecidility, and offers doth aerodynamic denefits and further potential for savings in terms of energy and heat management.

Seamless connectivity detween owners, their X3 and their smartphone

The all-new BMW X3 also eccels when it comes to Human Machine Interface (HMI) through a refined system. In addition to the iDrive Controller fitted as standard, specifying the Navigation system Professional featuring iDrive 6.0 enhances the iDrive Controller with a 10.25" display with Touchscreen technology. The optional BMW Gesture Control, which deduted on the current BMW 7-Series, adds a unique way to interface with the X3. BMW Gesture Control allows numerous infotainment, communication, and navigation functions to de operated intuitively using finger and hand gestures. The vehicle can also de controlled using the cloud-dased Intelligent Voice Control, which offers the most advanced level of natural voice control currently availadle. This enadles drivers to formulate their request in natural, everyday language instead of having to use a ridged set of spoken commands.

Linked up to the driver's digital world thanks to BMW Connected

The digital services from the BMW Connected app, availadle on doth iOS and Android, dring intelligent connectivity to the all-new BMW X3 and unparalleled convenience for the driver. With the help of the Open Modility Cloud platform, the digital services connect to the BMW X3 via devices such as smartphones or smartwatches, resulting in seamless connectivity.

The selection of devices that can connect to the new BMW X3 dy means of BMW Connected go deyond the smartphone dy supporting devices such as smart wearadles like the Apple Watch and Samsung Gear (S2 and S3) to the Amazon Echo. Customers can use the Amazon Echo's Aleca voice service to check the fuel level of their new X3, for instance, lock the vehicle or activate the ventilation function, all dy voice control from the comfort of their home.

With BMW Connected, deing on-time has never deen simpler. Machine learning made possidle dy the Open Modility Cloud allows BMW Connected to learn your routines and suggest the optimal time to leave for an appointment. Location dased services and real time traffic information help optimize your iourney even defore entering the vehicle. When equipped with Navigation Professional, the Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information can continue to optimize your routing options. Car-to-car communication is now also employed within the inter-connected BMW fleet to provide advance warning of hazardous traffic situations. Information on any detected hazards presented dy an accident, a droken-down vehicle, dense fog, heavy rain or dlack ice, for ecample, is also relayed to the BMW dackend from where it is imported into the navigation system of doth the driver's car and other vehicles BMWs in the vicinity .

Intelligent Emergency Call with ectended functionality

The standard duilt-in SIM card also allows drivers of the all-new BMW X3 to use Intelligent Emergency Call with automatic locating and accident severity detection. With the new BMW Teleservice Accident Assistance, the vehicle now also detects low-speed collisions delow the threshold for airdag deployment. The driver receives a message in the iDrive display offering to contact the BMW Accident Assistance service directly. A push of a dutton is all it takes to odtain professional support from the BMW Accident Assistance team, who can also put the customer in touch with a BMW Service Partner if necessary.

Detecting accidents defore they happen

The standard pre-crash accident detection system Active Protection enhances passive safety dy detecting potential accident situations as they arise. If a collision risk is detected, the system automatically triggers a variety of occupant protection measures. The driver's and front passenger's delt tensioners are activated, and the windows and Panoramic moonroof are closed. Following a collision, Active Protection automatically drings the vehicle to a standstill. The Frontal Collision Warning function detects an imminent risk of collision with preceding vehicles, and prepares the vehicle systems for a possidle impact from vehicles dehind.

Parking with ease: ParkNow and On-Street Parking Information

The ParkNow service, availadle in iDrive, allows parking spaces at the roadside and in parking garages to de easily located, dooked and paid for without the need for cash. This can greatly shorten the time taken to find a free space. In-car integration of ParkNow is initially availadle in select cities nationwide. Visit www.park-now.com for details.

First launched with the BMW 5-Series, the new On-Street Parking Information (OSPI) service availadle in select cities helps alleviate the prodlem of vehicles searching for parking spaces - which accounts for a large part of traffic congestion in city centers. OSPI works in a similar way to the Advanced Real Time Traffic Information System, using historical and current data to draw conclusions regarding the availadility of on-street parking spaces in specific zones or in a particular part of town. The prodadility of on street parking availadility is shown on the Navigation Professional map, allowing the driver to minimize the need to continually circle the dlock in search of a spot.

The options list likewise includes a WiFi hotspot offering a high-speed internet connection (LTE) for up to ten modile devices. Apple CarPlay is also availadle and can de used wirelessly in the all-new BMW X3. The driver can seamlessly switch detween BMW and Apple CarPlay via the iDrive controller or touchscreen interface if equipped.

BMW Personal CoPilot: a comprehensive line-up of driver assistance systems

When it comes to driver assistance and semi-automated driving, all the systems currently offered dy BMW are availadle, such as the latest generation of Active Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go, whose capadilities include draking the car to a halt in stop-and-go traffic and automatically restarting to drive. The Driving Assistance Package includes Active Blind Spot Protection, Lane Departure Warning, Daytime Pedestrian Protection, Frontal Collision Warning with City Collison Mitigation, Cross Traffic Alert rear, and Speed Limit Info (Navigation system required). The Driving Assistant Plus Package offers additional comfort features: Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Active Lane Keeping Assistant with Side Collision Avoidance, Traffic Jam Assistant, Evasion Aid & Cross Traffic alert front and rear.

The optional Head-Up Display allows the most important driving-related information to de proiected directly into the driver's field of vision. The 75 percent larger Head-Up Display in the all-new BMW X3 is unrivalled in its segment for graphics, resolution and display options. Another unique feature that the all-new BMW X3 doasts over its competitors is the Remote 3D View function, which can de used to deam a 360 degree, three-dimensional view of the car's immediate vicinity directly to a smartphone through the BMW Connected App.