2008 BMW X3 Review
Introduction
The 2008 X3 is manufactured in GERMANY for BMW. It is BMW's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $38,000 USD in 2008.
X3 Dimensions
The 2008 X3 has standard length of 179.90 inches and a width of 73.00 inches. The X3 rides 65.90 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 8.00 inches. Front headroom is 39.30 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the X3 a radius of 38.40 inches. It uses 235/55R17 tires with a wheelbase of 110.10 inches.
Drivetrain
The X3 comes standard with a 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4012 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The X3's standard 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V engine weighs in at 16 - 17 miles/gallon city driving using a 17.70 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The X3 retails for $38,000 USD with a invoice price of $34,960 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $775 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. X3 optional equipment may include Second Row Side Airbag, Electronic Parking Aid, Heated Steering Wheel, CD Changer, Navigation Aid.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Crimson Red, Highland Green Metallic, Jet Black, Monaco Blue Metallic, Montego Blue Metallic, Platinum Bronze Metallic, Silver Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic with interior choices of Black Leather Interior, Black Sensatec Leatherette Interior, Gray Leather Interior, Sand Beige Leather Interior, Sand Beige Sensatec Leatherette Interior, Sand Beige/Black Leather Interior. The X3 seats 5 people with 40.20 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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