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BMW iX3 in test | Israel today

2021-05-01T12:08:53.992Z


We drove the new BMW tram for the first time and wondered if it was an appropriate response in the face of the impressive competition | vehicle


We drove the new BMW tram for the first time and wondered if it was an appropriate response to the impressive competition

A one-day local launch was the opening shot of BMW in the electric direction.

It's true that she's been on the electric lane in the past with the wonderful, weird and expensive 3I, but this time, she's aiming for a more normative place - a luxury recreational vehicle.

Just like its competitors from Europe and in general who have already overtaken it.


Election period


Unlike the mentioned competitors who went in a very demonstrative electric direction, both in terms of appearance and in terms of specifications, BMW is going in a different direction.

The difference compared to the rest of the X3 family exists but is quite subtle.

The package is similar but the interior is different - everyone can choose the propulsion system that suits them.

So in addition to the propulsion systems that the X3 has (including plug-in) there is now also an all-electric version.


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Mechanically, too, there is a fairly simple arrangement here.

Rear engine that drives the rear wheels.

The data and feel may not be as agile as the more expensive competitors but quite satisfying and agile.

There is a lot of available and immediate power and also the declared driving range is respectable (454 km).

The term also provides a particularly effective regenerative braking system.

Demonstratively effective, at a level we have not encountered before.


A chair game


The local launch allowed driving in all X3 versions but we will concentrate on the tram in her honor we gathered here.

On the roads of Gilboa, the Bavarian tram showed some strengths.

We have already talked about the regenerative braking system, so we will move on to the playful road customs thanks to the location of the batteries that contributes to the low center of gravity and pure rear-wheel drive.



Photos: Tomer Feder


Overall, the comfort and absorbency also showed that the ability improved as the speed increased.

This chapter is sealed by a very precise steering wheel and artificial sounds for the electric propulsion system that somehow made the road pleasant.


From the outside, and also from the inside, the look is quite solid.

As mentioned, it looks exactly as it is - any electric version of the X3.

There are different and more aerodynamic rims, the front grille is sealed.

Touches of bluish light can also be found from the outside.

It may be complex in China but you will not find any hint of it.

High level, fine quality, all the little details that characterize this brand are here.


Another head


Opposite the original electric recreational vehicles of Audi and Mercedes, BMW is choosing a different direction.

Faced with the display of multi-engine capability and high-powered propulsion of the first two, BMW is opting for a less powerful direction.

Literally.



Photos: Tomer Feder


Besides, it is offered here at a low price of tens of thousands of shekels of them, and offers a combination of a luxury recreational vehicle, and a pure electric propulsion system.

Together with the generous equipment and respectable travel range, it offers something unique and finds itself a comfortable corner in the growing premium electric category.


BMW

iX3 data:


Motor:

Electricity


Power:

286 hp


Torque:

40.8 kg


Chalk:

Continuous


Propulsion:

Rear


Wheelbase:

286 cm


Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h:

6.8 s


Maximum speed:

180 km / h


Travel range (manufacturer):

454 km


Price:

NIS 430,000


Pros:

Ability and range


Cons:

Comfort at low speeds


Bottom line:

high quality and impressive



The author is the editor of the "Queen of the Road" website


Source: israelhayom

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