BMW Malaysia has officially teased the arrival of the G01 BMW X3, just days after a camouflaged unit was spotted in the country. The G01 was first revealed globally back in June 2017, and succeeds the second-generation F25 that has been around since 2010 (LCI update in 2014).
Those looking forward to the new X3 can register their interest at a dedicated page on the company’s official website, but so far, details in terms of specifications are well and truly scarce. However, our previous sighting of the model did provide a few hints as to what to expect.
For starters, the X3 could come with the Luxury Design kit and a set of 19-inch LMR double-spoke Style 696 wheels. The former features chrome side window trim and grille slats, along with silver skid plates, side mouldings and fog lamp enclosure trim.
We also see a pair of standard full-LED headlamps instead of higher-spec adaptive units, and a lack of sensors/cameras beside the rear view mirror. The latter bit likely indicates the BMW Driving Assistant Plus suite of safety and driver assist systems will not be available.
Under the bonnet, the X3 should come with the sDrive20i powertrain that consists of a 2.0 litre turbo four-cylinder (184 hp/290 Nm) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is not known if a diesel variant will be offered, as is the case with the F25.
The evolved design includes cues such as larger kidney grilles at the front that are no longer linked with the headlamps, plus a bolder front bumper. Smaller taillights are also part of the revisions and there’s also an Air Breather element just aft of the front wheels.
With the new X3 set to be launched, find out more about the SUV model in our review of the M40i in Portugal. Will you choose the X3 over the Mercedes-Benz GLC that starts at RM288,888 (OTR without insurance) for the GLC 200? There’s also the matter of the Volvo XC60, where the range starts at RM298,888 for the T5 Momentum.
You can click here to register your interest for the new G01 BMW X3.
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(Like) Volvo XC60
(Dislike) BMW X3
Pls compare bmw with merz or audi. Xc60 more on lower level.
Xc60 vs macan.
volvo xc60 = winner of world car of the year 2018 award
This is cutting-edge sophistication, PERSONIFIED – claimed BMW. WOW, that’s a BOLD Statement that I must say.
Wonder how many agree with BMW !!? Looks like only future sales will tell the true story. What say U john…
BMW Malaysia 5Years Free Scheduled Service + Warranty is cutting-edge.
Indonesia just launched it for Rp. 1009000000 = RM284878
Impossible BMW Malaysia charge RM 300k and below, take a look at the x2 price then u’ll probably know how much the upcoming x3 costs
Hmmm the lack of driver assists will put the X3 behind the XC60. Hopefully that translates to a cheaper price tag compared to the Volvo and GLC. Still no sight of the new Q5??
If they do bring in the sDrive (instead of XDrive) 20i, that means its going head to head with the GLC200 (RWD with urmmm 2.0 level power/torque), not the GLC250. The GLC200 is below RM300k, so wonder how much the new X3 will cost? And will BMW Malaysia bring along higher rung models like the XDrive 30i and the M40i?
the x2 costs above 300k , so the x3 should be even more than x2.
The forward motion wheel arches was first used by Toyota Harrier/Lexus RX (XU30) 2003-2013. And I guess Toyota must be saying, plagiarism is the best form of flattery.
the side view look so dated….the side mirror height should be 1/3 of the door height, then will make it look nicer and modern like X2….
got preview by dealer for prospective clients…teruk la the specs….power is weak….cx5 seems like a better buy
For once i agree with you
With each Gen SUV, you get less kit. Come-on, no X-drive? On an SUV? What are you selling Toyota CHR?
CBU price can be ignored…
Can BMW Malaysia stop bringing in under power engine vehicle for SAV model (20i) and a ridiculous pricing lol
agree. its ridiculous that the power to weight ratio is 10 kg per bhp. (1900 kg, 190 bhp). a crv costing half the price will have similar acceleration.