Kamal Ghorui
BMW India finally launched the new BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro SUV in the Indian market. The SUV is priced at Rs 74.5 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be locally produced at the brand’s manufacturing facility in Chennai. Pre-bookings for the SUV have begun, with customers able to place orders online or at authorised BMW dealerships. Deliveries are expected to begin soon and will rival the Mercedes-Benz GLC, Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60.
Talking about the engine first, the BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 258hp and 400Nm of torque. The engine comes paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels. The engine also gets a 48V mild hybrid assist and is capable of a 0-100kph sprint in 6.3 seconds. It has a claimed fuel efficiency of 14.61kpl.
The BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro will be offered in Brooklyn Grey Metallic, Dune Grey Metallic, Alpine White, Individual Tanzanite Blue and Black Sapphire Metallic colour options. The X3 30 features updated exterior styling marked by sharper design elements and a more pronounced road presence. Key visual updates include an illuminated kidney grille, bigger 20-inch wheels with larger M Sport brakes with red brake callipers and the M Sport Professional package, which adds sportier design elements and additional features.
The SUV retains features offered on other X3 variants, including a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a head-up display, a 15-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, wireless phone charging, a panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate, powered and ventilated front seats with memory function and more.On the safety front, the X3 is equipped with eight airbags, Attentiveness Assistance and Dynamic Stability Control, which incorporates Cornering Brake Control. Additional safety features include an electronic parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, an electronic immobiliser with crash sensor and child seat mounting provisions
