With its modern, highly exclusive interior and plenty of storage space, the newly redesigned 2018 BMW X3 is a luxury SUV unlike any other. This all-wheel-drive vehicle is the ultimate combination of luxury and practicality with a myriad of on board technology to make your ride easier, safer, and more comfortable. BMW of Sterling is here to give you a closer look at how this innovative compact-luxury SUV stacks up to the competition.
Performance and Reliability
When it comes to horsepower the X3 may not be the leader of the pack but don’t count it out. While other vehicles like the Porsche Macan AWD or the Lexus NX offer higher horsepower and torque, the 2018 BMW is unmatched in the 0-60 sprint, beating the NX by a full second!
Additionally the X3 features a completely new G01 chassis, unique to the X3 that provides a lighter, smoother drive than the competition. The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee continues to use the same chassis from its 2011 debut and weights almost 600 pounds more than the X3. That’s the same as strapping a fully grown alligator to the roof!
Innovation
The BMW doesn’t just stop at innovation when it comes to taking down the competition. BMW ConnectedDrive enhances the driving experience in a way that connects the driver with the vehicle like never before. Offering an exciting suite of features including remote lock, on-street parking information, as well as Amazon Echo and Alexa integration, there’s really no comparison.
The 2018 BMW X3 can also be equipped with Apple CarPlay, which cannot be said about the Lexus NX or the Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI Quattro. The Jeep Grand Cherokee, Audi Quattro, and Porsche Macan all utilize complicated touch screens and clunky controls, while the X3 with BMW’s iDrive technology provide the driver more control with less touch points, making it faster, more intuitive, and ultimately safer.
Safety
On top of the added safety that comes with the intuitive nature of the 2018 BMW X3 with iDrive, the X3 is unparalleled when it comes to advanced safety features. The optional full-color Head Up Display provides vital information for the driver in their field of vision, keeping their eyes on the road and away from distracting touch screens and complicated gauges.
With the BMW Driver Assistance Plus program the X3 continues to beat the competition and push the envelope in safe driving technologies. While the Porsche, Audi, & Lexus offer features like blind-spot monitoring, and lane assist, the X3 with the Driver Assistance Plus package provides the driver with numerous Level 2 semi-autonomous safety features, including the ability to drive for 50 seconds with no hands!
We’ve only barely scratched the surface of what makes the 2018 BMW X3 the perfect blend of performance, reliability, safety and luxury. Come test drive the X3 at BMW of Sterling today and find out for yourself!
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