BMW X3 xDrive30e 2020 review

Опубликованно 22.08.2020 14:12

What is it?

No-one can accuse BMW of failing to offering sufficient choice. Not with the X3, at least.

With the addition of the X3 xDrive30e to its line-up, the German brand now provides buyers with four different types of powertrain for its third-generation SUV: petrol, diesel, electric and, as seen here, a combination of petrol and electric. What's it like?

Inside, the X3’s elevated driving position affords excellent visibility and comfort. The multifaceted digital instrument display, infotainment screen and the optional head-up display of our test car provide it with an air of modernity, while the overall perception of quality is quite high. Should I buy one?

Looking beyond this aspect, it’s also an excellent all-rounder, combining impressive real-world economy with solid performance, relaxed cruising qualities, secure handling and a driving range that can’t be matched by its electric sibling, the recently unveiled iX3.

If you can live with small the compromise in versatility brought on by its reduction in boot space and have easy access to electricity for regular charging of its battery, whether that’s at home or at work, it could just be the SUV for you.

Technical specs Model tested: X3 xDrive30e Price: ?48,505 Price as tested: ?48,505 Engine: 1998cc, turbocharged, petrol, plus electric motor Transmission: 8-spd automatic Model tested X3 xDrive30e Price ?48,505 Price as tested ?48,505 View all specs and rivals Engine 1998cc, turbocharged, petrol, plus electric motor Transmission 8-spd automatic Power 288bhp 0-62mph 229lb ft Top speed 131mph Kerb weight (DIN) 1990kg Battery size 12.0kW Fuel economy 134.5mpg CO2 49g/km Electric power 107bhp Electric range 32 miles BIK tax band 10% Rivals Audi Q5 55 TFSIe Mercedes-Benz GLC300e Power 288bhp 0-62mph 229lb ft Top speed 131mph Kerb weight (DIN) 1990kg Battery size 12.0kW Fuel economy 134.5mpg CO2 49g/km Electric power 107bhp Electric range 32 miles BIK tax band 10% Rivals Audi Q5 55 TFSIe Mercedes-Benz GLC300e Advertisement Share review Are you as passionate about cars as we are? Get all the best car news, reviews and opinion direct to your inbox. Subscribe to the Autocar newsletter now. Haymarket Media Group, publishers of Autocar takes your privacy seriously. You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe mechanism on any email you receive from us. We will use your information to ensure you receive messages that are relevant to you. To learn more about how we use the information you provide to us please see our Full Privacy Notice. Join the debate Comments 3

The Apprentice Yes we all know its a tax 20 August 2020

Yes we all know its a tax dodger, but for the UK market it needs 40 not 32 miles battery range to take another 4% off BIK and an   engine of at least 2.001cc   not 1.998cc to attract the higher AFR rates (for some company drivers, but not all.)Consequently, only of moderate interest to its aimed customers   here.

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