Besides introducing the G28 BMW 3 Series LWB, BMW Group Malaysia also expanded the G01 BMW X3 range to include a new base variant called the sDrive20i xLine. The new addition joins the existing xDrive30i Luxury and M Sport duo that were introduced previously to form a three-variant line-up, all of which are locally assembled (CKD).
The X3 sDrive20i xLine is priced at RM270,934 on-the-road without insurance, making it RM17,561 cheaper than the xDrive30i Luxury. The figure is with the standard two-year warranty, but if you want the extended warranty (five-year/unlimited mileage) and service (five-year/100,000 km) package, it’ll be RM286,674.
The price factors in the ongoing sales tax relief, which is 100% as this is a CKD model, that is ongoing until June 30, 2021. After this point, the sDrive20i xLine will retail at a base price of RM279,060, or RM294,800 with the extended warranty and service package.
Under the bonnet, the new variant is powered by a B48 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that makes 184 PS (181 hp) from 5,000 to 6,500 rpm and 300 Nm of torque from 1,350 to 4,000 rpm. There’s no all-wheel drive system here, with drive instead being sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission.
This setup allows for a zero to 100 km/h time of 8.2 seconds and a top speed of 215 km/h, which is 1.9 seconds and 25 km/h slower than the X3 xDrive30i variants that have 252 PS (249 hp) and 350 Nm on tap. However, the sDrive20i’s claimed fuel consumption of 7.1 litres per 100 km is better than the 7.6 litres per 100 km of its siblings, and it emits 163 grams per km of CO2.
The entry-level option is identified by its xLine exterior package, which is similar to the Luxury Line look, but forgoes the chrome on the kidney grill, skid plate, front corner intakes, window trim and rocker panels for a Glacier Silver metallic matte finish. Also included is the BMW Individual Exterior Line Aluminium Satinated package (roof rails included).
Four colours are offered here – Alpine White, Glacier Silver, Black Sapphire and Phytonic Blue – all paired with black Vernasca leather upholstery and stitching. The interior sports black high-gloss trim with Pearl Chrome highlight trim finishers, along with velour floor mats, a Sensatec dashboard and an ambient lighting system with six predefined designs.
Other items include a three-zone climate control system, Comfort Access powered tailgate, powered front seats with driver’s side memory function, a 12-speaker sound system, digital assistant and the BMW Live Cockpit Plus system. The last bit is not as fancy as the Live Cockpit Professional setup on the xDrive30i variants and comes with an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment display, joined by a traditional set of analogue gauges with an integrated 5.7-inch digital display.
For driving assistance, the sDrive20i includes both the Parking Assistant and Driving Assistant suite – the latter includes functions such as lane departure warning, lane change warning, front collision warning, cross traffic warning and rear collision prevention.
Buyers will benefit from other services like BMW Roadside Assistance, BMW Service Online and the BMW Privileges Card that includes the BMW Group Loyalty+ mobile app. Find full specifications of the X3 sDrive20i xLine at CarBase.my.
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Proton X70 187hp vs. BMW X3 181ps,
Comparing cheaper vs luxurious car? That’s wrong comparison.
the cheaper X50 more luxurious then BMW X1. same too X70..
Not even the same league. ZF Transmission alone will smoke the wannabe BMW.
Sometimes, it’s not always about the power figures, it’s about the drive and handling, just go and test drive both before you say that.
and BMW 5year Free service & warranty is unbeatable
But faster than X70
Compare x70 with CX2, HRV low end version and Aruz will be correct
I always smoke x70 with my bmw and benz everytime I see them misbehaved. Lol..when come around high speed bend in highway, they automatic slow down because of the floaty body. Pls la, balls is not big enough to challenge a lux car. Ride handling quality calmness and prestige image all in play here. Not even Geely on their own dare to openly challenge the big 3.
Proton X70 didn’t feel like having 187hp under the bonnet. X3 less hp but bigger capacity, this proven torque is higher. Little tweak this X3 can become 30i which is about 250hp.
X70 is shit. It’s too heavy so the FC sucks and the gearbox isn’t the greatest and dun get me started on how the service centre manhandles your vehicle.
Volvo car is heavy but steady. As long it’s safe,
Yup. Spoken like someone who never been inside an X70 much less owned it. Nice try hater.
On the contrary, he sounded like he had driven and own an X70. But you sounded like a sour grape who has never driven or own a BMW.
Drove the bulky yet non premium feel x70. Better stick to HRV
I’m sorry to say this but it really shows that you do not know how to read and know nothing about cars. So what if Bmw has less power. 0-100 it is more than 1s faster than x70. It’s even faster than x50 flagship.
GG lah Toyota harrier…
Toyota harrier turbo 240PS…
No more turbo liao. New Harrier has a puny 2.0 NA engine leh
22k more expensive than Harrier with Toyota badge and an NA engine.
Because can’t compare between Harrier and X3
Harrier NA mustered 173HP but bmw 184ps aje
Tahniah BMW
It has oversized bezels like Toyota Harrier
But plain one here.
But not too plain here at all
2 design language here which belongs to pre-2020 BMW
1. Ring headlamps.
2. Small kidney grille
Modern BMW is macho and progressive. Pre 2020 BMW is classic and has already earned its class and prestige place. So no problem.
Wow good
Afford buyers will get X3 20i
harrier habis cerita
Ipoh bmw after sales service is lousy, especially salesperson with ignorance altitude and giving wrong information on warranty covered parts. Know how to sell, don’t know how go take care after sales service. Thumbs Down!
This is my first and LAST BMW!
Any comments or information abt X5 all black special edition by Auto Bavaria?
Definitely will sell well
Civic turbo can still cucuk this X3.
Unfortunate that such a mid-sized SUV with BMW’s old design language and only 184PS can be priced so high in Malaysia. I’d rather “top up sikit” and get a G20 330i with 258HP, much better handling, M Sport trim.
x70 better
Boring interior design from BMW.
How do you know that BMW interior design is boring? You should go and experience about BMW design and see what’s new there.