BMW Malaysia has formally launched the brand new G01 X3 facelift, which is offered in three variants, together with two petrol-only choices – the sDrive20i M Sport and xDrive30i M Sport – in addition to a sole plug-in hybrid – the xDrive30e M Sport.
As the xDrive30e M Sport is the primary time a plug-in hybrid model of the X3 is obtainable right here, we’ve ready a separate submit so that you can discover out all about it. Here, we’re specializing in the non-PHEV variants of the SUV, and it needs to be famous that the most recent X3 line-up, together with the facelifted X4 that has additionally been launched, are domestically assembled (CKD) in the nation.
Starting with what issues most, the X3 in sDrive20i M Sport guise retails at RM315,800, whereas the xDrive30i M Sport goes for RM358,800. These are on-the-road costs with out insurance coverage that issue in the continuing gross sales tax exemption, which is 100% as these are CKD fashions. Included in the asking costs is a five-year limitless mileage guarantee with free scheduled service bundle, however we will even add on costs with a typical two-year guarantee as and when they’re accessible.
The facelift, or Life Cycle Impulse (LCI) in the event you desire BMW communicate, brings about a couple of notable adjustments to the X3’s design, beginning with a barely bigger kidney grille with a single-piece body completed in pearlescent chrome that additionally integrates a digicam.
Joining the brand new nostril are redesigned headlamps which are 10 mm slimmer and are available outfitted with full LED know-how as normal. Elsewhere, the brand new M Sport bumper (not pictured right here) has an upswept and extra angular form for its central consumption – with vertical fins – and the nook inlets have additionally been reprofiled to be extra vertical in look.
The rear bumper can also be sportier this time round, with a diffuser completed in Dark Shadow set in the center of two distinguished, hexagonal-shaped exhaust finishers. Equally as hanging are the brand new taillights that characteristic a modelled pincer contour lighting design, horizontal flip alerts and black border, positioned above pseudo air shops.
Inside, the X3 adopts the centre console from the most recent 4 Series, whereas the centre stack is taken from the present 3 Series. On the previous, the management island right here consists of a brand new gear selector lever, buttons for varied automotive capabilities, the engine begin button and the acquainted iDrive controller. Meanwhile, the centre stack options small show for the triple-zone local weather system, joined by smaller air vents and controls for mentioned local weather system in addition to media and fast entry capabilities.
In the sDrive20i M Sport, the Live Cockpit Plus system comes normal and consists of a ten.25-inch touchscreen show in addition to a 5.1-inch show in the instrument cluster. The premium paid for the xDrive30i M Sport will get you the full-fat Live Cockpit Professional setup that nets you two 12.3-inch shows as an alternative.
Both infotainment techniques are powered by BMW Operating 7 and include varied linked companies like a digital private assistant, BMW Connected, BMW Maps and help for over-the-air software program updates.
BMW Malaysia says the X3 vary will get Vernasca leather-based as normal, which comes in black with blue stitching when paired with the accessible Alpine White, Brooklyn Grey, Phytonic Blue or Carbon Black exterior finishes. A Mokka color choice for the upholstery can also be accessible, however solely with Alpine White and Carbon Black.
On the protection and driver help entrance, each variants include the Driving Assistant bundle, so issues like Lane Change Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Front Collision Warning with brake intervention are normal. The Parking Assistant bundle with Reversing Assistant can also be included.
In phrases of engines, the sDrive20i M Sport is powered by a B48 2.0 litre twin-scroll turbocharged four-cylinder that serves up 184 PS (181 hp) from 5,000 to six,500 rpm and 300 Nm of torque from 1,350 to 4,000 rpm. It takes 8.2 seconds to finish the 0-100 km/h dash and tops out at 215 km/h.
For one thing extra highly effective and with all-paw traction, the xDrive30i M Sport will get the identical B48 motor, however with 245 PS (241 hp) and 350 Nm, which is nice for a 0-100 km/h time of 6.3 seconds and 235 km/h prime pace. Both variants include an eight-speed automated transmission, though the bottom choice will get a Steptronic unit, whereas a Steptronic Sport gearbox and xDrive all-wheel drive is reserved for the latter.
With these new introductions, these in the X3 now have three completely different powertrain choices to select from in Malaysia. Petrol-only choices are the sDrive20i and xDrive30i, whereas people who need plug-in hybrid energy can contemplate the xDrive30e as an alternative. If you favor one thing with out an inner combustion engine in any respect, there’s the all-electric iX3.
Thanks to the federal government’s resolution to exempt electric vehicles from import and excise duty from this yr till the top of 2023, the X3’s pecking order in phrases of value is now as follows (costs are inclusive of the five-year prolonged guarantee and repair bundle):
- BMW X3 sDrive20i M Sport: RM315,800
- BMW iX3 M Sport Inspiring: RM322,800
- BMW iX3 M Sport Impressive: RM340,800
- BMW X3 xDrive30e M Sport: RM356,800
- BMW X3 xDrive30i M Sport: RM358,800
With these choices, in the event you’re in the market to purchase a brand new X3, which one will get your cash? Share your ideas in the feedback beneath.
