BMW X3 affordable by RWD

BMW introduced the X3 sDrive18d with only rear wheel drive. By xDrive all-wheel drive to omit a lighter and motorization to apply boarding in X3 diesel is now available from € 46.900, -. That is a whopping eight thousand euros lower than before.

A BMW X3 with only the drive to the rear wheels is a first for the model. One that makes it much more affordable. The X3 sDrive18d is from just under 47 grand and for that money you get a 143 bhp BMW 2.0 liter four cylinder diesel engine coupled to a manual 6-speed. That seems modest, but because the new entry-level diesel is 55 kg lost because it does not need to drag xDrive is he still in 9.9 seconds to 100 "spurts. The top speed is 195 km / h.

Consumption
The kindest torque of 360 Nm - already at 1,750 rpm fully available - then further contributes to a fuel economy and low emissions. For the version with manual transmission gives BMW 5.1 l/100 km to 135 g / km, the X3 sDrive18d coupled with the optional eight-speed automatic scoring 5.4 l/100 km. The Auto Start Stop function is standard and the model may be a trailer to tow 2,000 kg.

Equipment
Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels; a multifunction leather steering wheel, cruise control, Bluetooth phone integration and a USB port for example an iPod or USB music carrier.