When one is part of the benchmarks of a category, one is always anxious not to let the competition interfere in the game. This is the case of the third generation of the BMW X3, which almost four years after its apparition, offers a makeover.
The lines follow the evolution of the brand's stylistic codes.
The grille appears slightly more imposing, the chrome frame gains in thickness and the two beans are no longer contiguous but separated by the eyecup of a camera.
The sportier shield has bevelled lines and trapezoidal air intakes.
The projectors are slimmed down by a few millimeters and laser lighting with a range of 650 meters is available as an option.
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Those who follow the X3 will immediately notice that the stern has been revamped as well.
The lights benefit from a three-dimensional treatment with a black outline and a finer light graphic.
A new shield completes the device.
At the same time, the X4 also benefits from the bonus program.
It is distinguished by a specific shield incorporating square section exhaust tips.
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The interior also takes the opportunity to convert to the latest developments of the brand.
This is how the central console is largely taken from the last 4 Series. The digital instrumentation conforms to the new BMW codes, abandoning the classic graphics of the counters.
The larger center shelf is 10.25 inches as standard.
A 12.3-inch version is available as an option.
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BMW is also taking advantage of the facelift to simplify the range but also the equipment lines. In addition to the four diesel engines, the two gasoline engines are now equipped with the light hybridization system, with a 48-volt starter-alternator and an 11 hp (8 kW) electric supercharger. The plug-in hybrid version X3 xDrive30e is still on the program. The powers range from 184 hp to 360 hp. All-wheel drive and 8-speed gearbox are standard equipment, except for the sDrive18d version which is only available with the X3. Prices range from 49,650 euros to 76,900 euros for the X3. The X4 requires additional investment. Its range, which has only two petrol engines (X4 xDrive40i and X4 M40i), ranges from 57,800 euros to 79,650 euros.
