New BMW X3 Review: This car has a BIG problem

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This is the new BMW X3!

It’s the fourth generation of BMW’s most popular SUV, but does the latest iteration offer enough to sway you towards competitor cars like the Mercedes GLC? Let’s take a closer look.

In terms of the design, the look of recent BMWs has been pretty divisive, and it’s no different with the new X3! However, we think it looks pretty smart, and the M50 edition we have here has a really imposing look on the road. At the front, there’s a large grille, coupled with an aggressive front bumper which is flanked by a set of real vents. The indentation on the bonnet is also smart and reminds us of the M4. Along the side black roof bars and M Sport side mirrors, while at the back there’s a set of nicely designed tail lights coupled with quad tailpipes.

On the inside, the X3 has a pretty minimalist design. There’s a large curved screen that houses the dials and infotainment system, and the seats are also pretty comfortable. However, the infotainment system can be a bit convoluted at times, especially when all functionality is housed within it - you won’t find any physical buttons here! What’s more, while some areas of the cabin are nice to touch, we saw quite a few places covered in scratchy, cheap-feeling plastic.

There are a couple of engine choices available. There’s a 2-litre diesel with 197hp and a 2-litre turbo petrol with 208hp. The plug-in hybrid edition uses the same 2-litre turbo petrol engine coupled with an electric motor to create 299hp, while the range-topping M50 is powered by a 3-litre straight-six turbo to create 398hp.

In terms of price, the X3 starts at around £48,000, rising up to around £67,000 for the range-topping M50. The thing is, it’s possible to add a load of options - the car we have here costs around £77,000! So is it worth it? Stick with Mat and see for yourself!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:34 Design
02:42 Interior
05:24 Price
07:17 Infotainment
09:22 Storage
10:27 Boot
11:20 Annoying Features
13:29 Cool Features
15:22 Engines
16:09 0-60mph
16:49 Country Road Driving
17:58 Motorway Driving
18:42 Town Driving
20:00 Verdict