All-New BMW X3 Reveal Scheduled for June 2024
Ahead of its production debut in the middle of June 2024, some details about the all-new BMW X3 have been released.
The all-new BMW X3 is almost ready to be revealed. Now in its 4th generation, the X3 has proven to be one of BMW’s successful models thanks to the market ditching sedans for higher-riding SUVs. The predecessor is said to be BMW’s most successful X3 ever and the brand’s best-selling product in 2023, with around 350 000 units sold
The all-new BMW X3 is of importance and relevance to South Africa as not only is the vehicle sold here, but its also manufactured at the BMW Group facility Rosslyn, near Pretoria. As part of a R4.2 billion investment over the next five years, BMW SA will be building the X3 range for both local consumption and export.
So, what can we expect? What you see here are some camouflaged prototypes on the roads of the BMW Group test facility, located at Miramas, in Southern France. BMW has confirmed the new-gen X3 will feature both ‘highly-efficient combustion engines and an advanced plug-in hybrid.’
There’s been a focus on the new X3’s drive, which BMW claims will ‘demonstrate superior handling.’ There’s new tech in the automated parking and driving aspects too. The X3’s development program appears to have been extensive and thorough with plenty mileage tallied up in varying conditions like snow and ice conditions, hot weather testing, offroading scenarios as well as improving its day-to-day usability in traffic, highways and race tracks.
The new BMW X3 is constructed with lightweight materials and there’s a focus on enhanced aerodynamics. BMW claims a drag coefficient of 0.27 which it says sets new standards in its segment.
In comparison to the outgoing model, the new X3 features a wider track and reduced lift at the rear. The rigidity of the body has been increased and there are tweaks to the axles for additional stability. There’s an upgrade to the steering setup with more directness added and the anti-roll bars have been enhanced to improve cornering but not at the expense of comfort.
When will the all-new BMW X3 be sold in South Africa?
The global reveal of the new-generation BMW X3 will be taking place in the middle of June 2024 and we reckon local sales will commence before the end of the year.
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