In most components of the world, BMW sells the X3 completely with xDrive. Nevertheless, we have been shocked to see a rear-wheel-drive model debut in Mexico simply a few months in the past. The posh automaker has since expanded the supply of the RWD mannequin to South Africa. On high of that, there’s now a particular version primarily based on the two-wheel-drive X3 20.
BMW builds the X3 Pure Design regionally on the Rosslyn plant and begins off within the xLine trim. Underneath the hood sits the tried-and-tested B48 engine with a mild-hybrid setup. The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder produces 198 hp and 335 Nm (247 lb-ft) of torque, despatched completely to the rear wheels. It sprints from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in eight and a half seconds and tops out at 135 mph (218 km/h).
Though it’s primarily based on probably the most inexpensive X3 accessible in South Africa, the Pure Design provides some welcome aptitude. Customary gear consists of an illuminated kidney grille, a panoramic glass roof, and electrically adjustable entrance seats. The upscale crossover rides on 19-inch wheels with run-flat tires and options aluminum-satin exterior accents.
Inside, patrons can select between black or espresso brown Veganza artificial leather-based. The X3 Pure Design additionally comes with a Harman Kardon surround-sound system and a wi-fi charging pad to maintain your telephone powered up. Driver help tech equivalent to Park Help and Driving Help is included as nicely.
BMW South Africa is asking R1,107,760.40, the equal of about $63,700 at present trade charges. That makes it roughly $3,500 costlier than the usual X3 20 offered regionally. The lineup additionally consists of the sporty M50 M Efficiency variantthe 20d xDrive diesel, and the 30e xDrive plug-in hybrid.
It will be nice if BMW introduced the rear-wheel-drive X3 to different markets. In any case, not everybody actually wants xDrive. Skipping the additional {hardware} couldn’t solely cut back the value but additionally shave off some weight, enhancing gas financial system within the course of.
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