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BMW X3

General information

ModelBMW X3
Year2008
CategorySUVs
Rating63.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3001 ccm (183.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.4 litres/100 km (19.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving10.2 litres/100 km (22.99 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3001 ccm (183.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power264.00 PS (194 kW or 260 HP) at 6600 Rev. per min.
Max torque305.10 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-60 miles7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1526 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1030 mm (40.6 inches)
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Optional cargo space1150 litres (304 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Turn circle13 m (496.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system

Dimensions and weight

Weight1730 kg (3,814.0 pounds)
Towing weight1588 kg (3,500.9 pounds)
Overall length4580 mm (180.3 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Ground clearance210 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity67.0 litres (17.70 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions276.0 g/km
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