Alfardan unveils all-new BMW X3

Alfardan Automobiles, the official BMW importer in Qatar, yesterday unveiled the all-new BMW X3 at BMW West Bay Showroom, during an  exclusive media briefing.
“Ever since the first edition of the BMW X3 arrived on the scene in 2003, it’s been one of the most well-loved vehicles on the market. And now, its third generation is set to become another firm favourite, with its latest instalment showcasing the very best of what BMW has to offer: Luxury, innovation, elegance, and superb performance, Commenting on the all new BMW X3,” said Ma’n Alhamawi, COO of Alfardan Automobiles.
The BMW X3 was the car that launched the mid-size SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle) segment in 2003. Since then, BMW has recorded more than 1.5 million new registrations of the X3 across the two model generations so far. Now the new BMW X3 is set to write the next chapter in this success story with an even more striking, dynamic design language, powerful yet also efficient drive systems and luxurious appointments. Like all members of the successful X family, it blends standout driving qualities on any terrain with unrestricted everyday usability.
The third generation of the BMW X3 follows in its predecessors’ tyre tracks by combining rugged off-road looks with a sporting presence. The potent dynamic intent of the new BMW X3 is highlighted by a chunky kidney grille and foglamps featuring a hexagonal design for the first time on a BMW X model.
The xLine, M Sport and Luxury Line trim variants and the range of BMW Individual items enable the appearance of the BMW X3 to be adapted even more precisely to the customer’s personal tastes. Another new equipment item is the optional BMW Display Key, which not only locks and unlocks the BMW X3 by radio remote control, but also shows a variety of status information on the car. The BMW engineers have employed far-reaching chassis modifications to significantly improve the driving dynamics, directional stability and steering feel of the new BMW X3. The car that emerges is even sportier than its predecessor, yet avoids compromising on ride comfort.
Three petrol units will be available from launch for the new BMW X3. The 185kW/252 hp BMW X3 30i (combined fuel consumption: 7.4 I/100 km All the engine variants will team up as standard with an optimized version of the eight-speed Steptronic transmission.
Gesture control allows various navigation and infotainment system functions to be operated intuitively using finger and hand gestures. And the optional Head-Up Display enables the most important driving-related information to be projected directly into the driver’s field of vision. The Head-Up Display in the new BMW X3 is unrivalled in its segment for graphics, resolution and display options.