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BMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic

General information

ModelBMW X3 3.0si Exclusive Automatic
Year2008
CategorySUVs
Rating66.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving14.6 litres/100 km (16.11 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 89.6 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1309 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space480 litres (127 gallons)
Optional cargo space1560 litres (412 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1765 kg (3,891.2 pounds)
Max weight with load2350 kg (5,180.9 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4580 mm (180.3 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity67.0 litres (17.70 gallons)
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