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X3 facelift - Official Pics
Form Auto Motor und Sport:
http://img47.imageshack.us/img47/4792/x362yw.jpghttp://img158.imageshack.us/img158/6612/x373xm.jpg http://img54.imageshack.us/img54/2164/x329hh.jpg BMW X3: Bavarian force package in new Look BMW revised the jeep X3 optically and above all technically. New Top motorizing is now a three-litre turbo-Diesel, which carries 286 HP out. The engine offer is supplemented by two high performance 3.0 and 2.5 litre Benziner. Altogether three petrol engines and three diesel sets stand to the selection for the follow-up generation of the Bavaria SUVs, which rolls on 23 September to the dealers. As entrance variant both with gasoline he and with the Diesel variants a 2,0-Liter-Vierzylinder with in each case 150 HP still serves. New Top motorizing is BMW X3 3.0sd, which carries 286 HP and 580 Nm out with its twin turbo-Diesel (with Common Rail injection and particle filter). Thus the X3 is to accelerate in 6.6 seconds of zero on 100 km/h and to reach a Topspeed of 240 km/h. Otherwise are available the long-proven three and two-litre Diesel with in each case 218 HP and 500 Nm as well as 150 HP and 330 Nm. The new generation of the row six cylinder covers two high performance 3.0 and 2.5 litre Benziner, which in each case 272 HP and 315 Nm respectively 218 HP and 250 Nm carry out. With the basis engines the X3 should be fast 198 km/h, as 3.0d and 2.5si runs the X3 220 km/h and as 3.0si full 232 km/h. In addition among the technical innovations a further developed six-course mechanism ranks. The permanent all-wheel drive, with variable and per-active moment distribution between front axle and rear axle, is likewise on board. New BMW X3 is scarcely 4.60 meters long, 1.85 meters wide and 1.70 meters high. Optically dezent one improved The classical six-eye face remains and becomes only by new double round headlights (Klarglas) and somewhat fog headlights moved outward geliftet. Depending upon model differently dyed lattice props underline the changed Look. The bumper units are divided and to the majority into car color painted both in front and in the back in two levels. The tail lamp units with clear coverdeckgläsern light staffs horizontal over LED-fed are to provide for a concise night Design. In the wheel housings 17-Zoll of light alloy wheels turn, with the Top model X3 3.0sd are it in series 18-Zöller. Optionally BMW customers can fall back in addition, to 19-Zöller. Foot pedals with high-grade steel applications are with the sportiest X3-Modell series likewise. Outwardly he emphasizes himself in addition by a sportily stressed tail apron and the more largely dimensioned final pipes of its exhaust system. In the Interieur the X3-Liebhaber has the choice between four equipment variants, ten external colors, six equipment colors and five decoration surface variants. The selection of the materials reaches from the classical-elegant wood execution up to stresses sporty note in the aluminum Look. The instrument panel possesses a new decoration border, which in color and material agrees with the decoration surfaces of the center console. Against surcharge sport and comfort seats are available. Security on board The driving dynamics regulation DSC (dynamic stability control) was extended by additional functions, which affects also brake readiness, traction control, Fadingausgleich, pumping dry function, Hill the cent control (HDC) and trailer stabilization. For better visibilities in the dark Bi-xenon-headlights and adaptive curve light in series, bending light provide are optional. In the Inneraum belong front, side and Vorhangairbags to the standard. The prices for the new X3 are to start with 33.500 euro |
CELIS LED's on tail lights, new shift lever, steering, to name a few.
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Hmm Better but I still don't like it, but much better!
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Thanks, LM...You are TheMan when it comes
to spy pics! :thumbup: Ah, I'd love a 3.0 oil burner here in the colonies... Not sure I'm digging that busy front end, cum black plastic re-do; I thought we finally ditched the Jeep/clad look here in the states. Not my wheel choice, either: can you imagine detailing those finger benders? :confused: I really like the X3...I just need more reasons/rationale to get one. Otoh, I may just sit on DaFridge for theCEO and my ol' 01 X5 until my ext warr runs out in fall of '07. These new rides are getting very pricey, if one doesn't lease. Thanks again, for the Pics, LM! BR,mD PS: NE1 know for sure if style 132s off an X5 fit on an X3? |
It is an improvement. I still don't like the rear--it's too busy.
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Glad Jay asked...I figured I was the only knucklehead here that wasn't hip to that term. :rofl: |
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I like it a lot, this interior is still so much better than the E70.
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CELIS® Light Guide Technology Offering new and versatile design possibilities, CELIS® (Central Lighting Systems) fibre optic lighting technology is highly sought after by European car manufacturers and the distinct CELIS light guides were previously reserved for original equipment lighting products in luxury passenger cars such as BMW. http://www.hella.com/produktion/Hell...P008272821.jpg |
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I really like that little piece of trim on the steering wheel - amazing what a difference such a small change can make. I also see in one of the bottom pics that the pedals also have some new metal trim on them - I like that too. Overall - I like the changes...:thumbup: One thing I forgot to note - They still fall short on the exhaust - the tail pipes should be one each side, not both together on one side. That makes a HUGE diff. in appearance IMHO...
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It's growing on me. The interior is about the same, the added trim on the dashboard does make it more of a luxury car.
As for the bumpers, I'm don't like the plastic trim in on the sides of the back bumper. The front bumper needs to be more aggressive. Better than the all black bumpers (which are not bad) but I still prefer the 06 'sports kit' bumpers or the optional aero kit. The LEDs look cool. I don't know how to react to the all white on top red at the bottom design of the taillights. I think it looks okay. The current 3.0 225hp engine is plenty of power, I wonder what the new engine will feel like. I read mixed reviews about it. Change is good, IMO BMW doesn't have the X3 quite polished yet but they're getting there. edit: The front bumper has grown on me, I like it. |
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I kick the X3 idea around regularly...but,theCEO likes DaFridge for a gopher/local car and I can't disagree. If/when my '01 X5 is gonzo, I just suspect that a $60G+ replacement is out of the budget and/or hard to justify. A loaded X3 is no bargain, either. Jes' thinking out loud. Thanks for the Celis def.; I searched the web and knew it was lights, as in brighter/LED style lights, though the Wik gave up this def, for beer, :rofl: : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celis BR,mD |
Maybe you can get together with Juan and try the 132 on his X3.
More official info and pics, video at BMW Internantional website. And if some body knows german they can decipher this pdf |
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To add some more info...
Originally Posted by BMWNA Press Release: 2007 X3 3.0si
I have received the BMWNA Press Release and Dealer Bulletin on the 2007 X3 3.0si. Here are the highlights: -Available early this fall (SOP August 2006) -3.0L engine with 260hp @ 6600rpm, 225lb/ft @ 2500rpm -6-speed manual standard, 6-speed auto a no cost option -0-60mph 6.9 seconds for manual, 7.1 for auto -Upgraded xDrive/DSC system including Dynamic Traction Control, Brake Drying, Brake Fade Compensation, Brake Standby -New front bumper, new grille -DOT reflectors move to the fenders -"Corona Rings" on the optional Xenon headlights -retractable headlight washers with CWP -Adaptive Brake Lights, LED taillights -new wheel designs available -more luxurious dashboard materials -more wood (or aluminum) trim on the dash -newly designed door panels with solid door pockets -premium leather stitching on the door panels -new steering wheel -standard aux input -16 way comfort seats available -Premium package upgraded to include rear-view compass mirror, Homelink garage door opener, power folding exterior mirrors -BMW Assist now includes 4 years of service -Cold Weather Package now includes heated rear seats -Sport Package still available, newly available 19" performance wheel/tire package as option New Colors: -Crimson Red (non metallic, similar to Imola) replaced Flamenco Red -Montego Blue (bright, slightly darker than Estoril) replaced Bluewater -Monaco Blue (a la E60, E90) replaces Mystic -Platinum Bronze (champagne color) New Interiors: -Black, Sand Beige, and Grey continue -New Sand Beige/Black two-tone (similar to how the Terracotta looks today) -New Tobacco/Black as a "Priority One" option (sold orders only)--- dark chocolate color -Terracotta/Black becomes a "Priority One" sold order only option -Dark Ash wood replaces Maple Sycamore -Light Poplar replaces Light Birch -Grey Poplar replaces aluminum (similar in color to the "anthracite" wood in the 5-series, but with a traditional wood grain) -traditional aluminum trim is available as a "Priority One" sold order option |
The new X3 looks alot more X5-ish with its black exterior trim, revised tail lights, dash trim, and new steering wheel. The dash trim especially livens up the interior which previously did not have enough contrasting colors.
The thing I dislike the most about the X3's are the rear quarter windows in the cargo area. I don't like how the window's bottom edge turns up over the rear wheels. A more conventional Hofmeister Kink would have looked much better. I can't believe we're looking at facelift pictures of vehicle that just got facelifted. Where are the darn E70 production pictures? |
wowww i love it... i think the lights int he back are nice ... and would like to c em at night im sure they would look slickk... also , the front grill is greatttt 4.4 x5 grill !!!!!!!!! the part i lvoed most is definatley the front of the car.. it looks very aggresive! the bumper is very good how it goes from painted to plastic to painted again makes it look awesome!!! the wheels.. ehhh id change em.. too hard to clean.. the steering wheel i like alot.. but that sterring wheel is heavvy! ive driven it on te 3 series.. id get the easy-steering pkg lik ei got now... i forgot hwut its called.. (oops).. ih ope they keep the white corner lights for all the x3's not only euros.. i would love to see that in the u.s.- and the black interior with the silver trim still looks amazing! i reallllly liike this look on the x3 facelift IMHO :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
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And I guess the yearly facelifts will make it easy to tell model years apart! |
Wow so hot... Maybe I won't get a E92 or E85 after all !
The new wood should be nice. Has anyone noticed how the nets in the doors are no longer present? And replaced with true pockets. I will miss mystic blue though... Monaco blue isn't very enticing and montego is very in your face... The old X3 looked great, but this one looks a lot more business like and professional. Good job BMW. Edit: Ooh, the leather stitching on the doors looks fabulous as well ! I'll be very interested to see what the two tone, beige & black look like..! |
I want that grill if its any different from mine and these rims
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I like the steering wheel with that little titanium piece at the bottom........nice little touch there.:thumbup:
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GLad I never waited, and Im happy I bought my 06 3.0D Sport
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I find it amazing that BMW has yet to release the Diesel option here in the US. :mad:
Remember.....I thought we have a fuel crisis going on! Anyway, the Mercedes also doesn't offer their fine turbo diesel (that outperforms their gas counterpart) in their new SAV.:rolleyes: Help me out here, what going on? Maybe the timing with low sulfur standards, effective this fall, is to blame! I would easilly spend the $2k-3k premium to that T-Diesel. BRING IT ON....please! |
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So they are coming, just slowly... |
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Perhaps the X5 will be the first diesel-powered SUV. BTW, forgot to comment on the facelifted X3. I think it looks plainly HOT, and completely turns around the image which the X3 has been carrying so far. |
Yeah Def an improvement, I'm happy they replaced that horrible hard plastics, I'd wish for the following
-a more comftorable rear seat -Side window sunshades -rear air vents and controls |
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