BMW officially launched the next generation X3 at Paris Motor Show

Update! BMW officially unveiled the next generation X3, which will be officially launched at the Paris Motor Show in October. The new BMW X3 will be produced at the plant in Spartanburg, North Carolina (USA).

Update July 15:

BMW officially unveiled the next generation X3.

The main features of the new BMW X3:

•  Significant increase in space, optimizing functionality and improving ride comfort.
•  New X3 strengthens its leading position in terms of agility and efficiency with new engines, eight-speed automatic transmission, suspension and innovative technology BMW EfficientDynamics program.
•  To launch the new X3 will offer two engine variants: BMW X3 xDrive20d four-cylinder diesel engine (135 kW/184 hp and 380 Nm, fuel consumption 5.6 litres/100 km) and motor BMW X3 xDrive35i six-cylinder petrol (225 kW/306 hp and 400 Nm, fuel consumption 8.8 litres/100 km).
•  Auto Start Stop function works with the first six-cylinder engine and automatic transmission with eight steps.
•  BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive technology has been aligned to optimize dynamics and is available in standard and optional setting with Performance Control.
•  New suspension technology and power assisted steering systems are available for the first time in a model X, and optionally available system "sports steering variables.
•  The new BMW X3 is the first X optional equipment Damper Control and Dynamic Ride Control.
•  New X3 has a high level of variability within, thanks to folding seats in the ratio 40:20:40, with a maximum load volume of 1,600 liters.
•  BMW ConnectedDrive range of options include head-up display, Internet access, video camera for reversing the "Top View".

The next generation BMW X3 builds on the success of the first model X3 2003 which so far has sold over 600,000 units. The new BMW X3 will be produced at the plant in Spartanburg, North Carolina.

Update June 4:

BMW has revealed new information official of the second generation X3, before its world premiere debut at the Paris Motor Show.

Scheduled to be put on sale in November producer prices which officials say will be close to the current model, the BMW X3 has been completely redesigned and improved the technical part. BMW hopes that the review tool to help achieve the success of the first generation, the share has already reached 600,000 units sold since the entry into production in 2003.

Before its official debut, BMW has invited several journalists to test the new X3, and so I found the Tour first impressions and technical details. These photographs of pre-production prototypes available from BMW reveals new X3 best appearance, the figure kept in two volumes and sharp-edged style of current model. Camuflajele but still remained obscure more subtle design details that make practical difference between the two generations.

"We wanted to make sure that there is a clear visual connection with the first generation model. When you see him completely without camouflage for the first time, you have no doubt that an X3, BMW said an official.

Is building a new BMW 3 Series platform, with a modified four-wheel drive system, the X3 has slightly increased in size. Is 83 mm longer, 29 mm wide and 40 mm higher than the current model. The wheelbase has also increased by 15 mm for rear passengers as improved.

Increased exterior dimensions is now better positioned between X1 and X5, but engineers have managed to reduce weight by 25 kg for the basic version X3 xDrive20d.

Inside, the BMW X3 is distinguished by high quality materials to its predecessor - BMW acknowledging that it was necessary given the growing competition in this segment. Instrument panel and gear are at a level comparable with the new 5 Series and also received a new electronic parking brake mechanism.

Increased exterior dimensions have led to improved indoor comfort: rear passengers have 20 mm more legroom and luggage capacity has been expanded to 80 liters, far reaching, according to BMW, the best value in its segment - 550 liters.

BMW has confirmed to Autocar that the next generation X3 will be offered with four engines. Range includes gasoline propeller units of 3.0 liter six-cylinder, 268 hp, fitted to the X3 xDrive28i and 3.0-liter twin-turbo with 302 hp for X3 xDrive35i. Diesel range will consist of units of 181 hp 2.0 liter to 3.0 liter X3 xDrive20d and 241 hp for X3 xDrive30d.

BMW will launch after launch and engine versions, including 2.0-liter 201 horsepower engine for X3 xDrive23d. German manufacturer is likely to launch a model ActiveHybrid, but most likely after 2012.

Original text May 21:

Early teaser photos look betrays the engine hood crossed several ribs, rear lights and rear spoiler form.

BMW X3, which will be released world premiere at the Paris Motor Show, will have a length of about 465 cm and the range of engines, in addition to traditional petrol and diesel units will be completed later and with a variant ActiveHybrid.

Production of the new X3 has been moved from Austria, the Magna-Steyr plant in the United States (Spartanburg), where older siblings are built X5 and X6.

Source: http://www.bmw.com/

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