Performance And Luxury Blend Perfectly In The New BMW X3 Series

The BMW X3 is what you might imagine when you picture a luxury SUV. At Zeigler BMW of Kalamazoo, we call the X3 an "SAV," which stands for "Sports Activity Vehicle." This is a perfect description for this sophisticated vehicle, as it's ready for adventure and can get you to your destination with speed and precision.

This vehicle comes in multiple trims. Our Battle Creek area customers have plenty of options to consider, ranging from the sDrive 30i to the X3 M. There's even a hybrid version that's available for those of you want to optimize efficiency.

X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i

The lineup starts out with the X3 sDrive30i. It's a solid vehicle that feels far from basic. Its features include:

• 18-inch Y-spoke wheels
• Heated side mirrors with a power-folding feature
• SensaTec Upholstery
• Dark oak wood interior trim
• Apple CarPlay and Wi-Fi hotspot
• SiriusXM Satellite Radio
• 205-watt sound system with 12 speakers
• 10-way power-adjustable front sport seats
• Three-zone climate system
• Power tailgate

In the sDrive30i, there's a 2.0-liter TwinPower turbo engine that has 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. It's paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with sport and manual shift modes. The sDrive30i is a rear-wheel model.

If you prefer all-wheel drive, check out the X3 xDrive30i. It's equipped with BMW's intelligent all-wheel-drive system so that it can have improved handling and traction in a variety of situations.

X3 xDrive30e

Another all-wheel-drive model is the xDrive30e. What makes this vehicle unique is the way it's powered. It also uses a 2.0-liter TwinPower turbo engine, but it has the addition of an electric motor. These two components work together to create 288 horsepower, so this hybrid version is a little more responsive than its traditional counterpart.

The xDrive30e stands apart from the rest of the lineup because of its efficiency. It can actually drive around Three Rivers on electric power alone for about 17 miles. Its total range, with a full tank of gas and a full charge, is 340 miles. This gives you plenty of freedom to explore different places. This X3 PHEV vehicle can be plugged into to any outlet to recharge its battery, and if you're interested in installing a special, fast-charging outlet at your place in the Plainwell area, we'd be more than happy to help you arrange that.

With the xDrive30e, some benefits are:

• Integrated navigation
• Natural voice recognition
• SiriusXM with 360L
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster

X3 M40i and X3 M

The M series consists of the higher-performing vehicles that we have at our dealership. The X3 M40i sits on 19-inch wheels, has sleek exterior accents, and 14-way power-adjustable front sport seats. Its panoramic moonroof adds to the sophisticated feeling of the cabin. Further, it has adaptive full LED headlights and parking distance control.

Under the hood of the M40i, there's a 3.0-liter TwinPower turbo engine that can really impress you with 382 horsepower and 368 pound-feet of torque. It can go from zero to 60 miles per hour in less than four and a half seconds. It would be a lot of fun to drive around Kalamazoo.

Ahead of the pack, the X3 M has the best features. They include:

• Competition-tuned engine with 503 horsepower
• M quad exhaust
• M roof spoiler
• Exclusive sport seats available with full Merino leather and Alcantara upholstery
• 21-inch jet black wheels
• Adaptive suspension
• Active M differential

Safety

BMW takes safety very seriously. With the X3, it has designed a sturdy vehicle that can protect you in various ways. You'll be able to count on your brakes at any time, and every position has head restraints and three-point seat belts with force limiters. Plus, the BMW X3 can monitor how you're doing and help you avoid accidents. This can be done because the SAV has frontal collision warning, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring. It's truly amazing when you think about how useful technology can be.

Schedule Your Test Drive Today

If you have any questions about the BMW X3 or would like to take one for a test drive, please contact us today.