The BMW X3 is a well executed sibling to the more popular BMW X5, the older brother that takes the crown among the xDrive line up. Even though the X3 looks a bit outdated when compared to the other BMWs (the next generation will change this feeling), I still prefer the more agile, sportier look on the X3. BMW X3 stays true to BMW’s engine type, a 3.0 liter inline-6 engine producing 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. BMW X3 uses a manual or Sportmatic automatic six-speed transmission feeding into BMW’s X-Drive full-time all-wheel-drive system. According to BMW’s official numbers, the X3 runs from 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds(manual) and 7.1 seconds (automatic). It tops out at 136 mph.
BMW M3:
- 5-Door Sports Activity Vehicle
- 3.0lt Engine/24 valves
- 6-cylinder In-Line DOHC
- 6-Speed Manual Transmission
- 260 Horsepower
