The straight six-cylinder engine gives the BMW X3 an irresistable aura of strength. Technical highlights such as double-Vanos, four-valve technology and Digital Motor Electronics (DME) add intelligent responsiveness. Delivering outstandingly efficient output with unsurpassed smoothness, the 2.5-litre X3 2.5si delivers 160 kW of power and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 8.5 seconds. The 3.0si, with an output of 200 kW, is 1.3 seconds quicker. If you believe all-wheel drive vehicles aren't dynamic, get ready to be taught a quick lesson.
Composite fuel consumption:9.3 to 9.7 l/100 km
CO2 emissions: 224 to 233 g/km
Further information about the official fuel consumption and the official specific CO2 emissions for new passenger automobiles can be obtained from "The Passenger Car (Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions Information) Regulations", which are available free of charge at all sales outlets and at DAT Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH, Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern, Germany.