Pune, Maharashtra, India, Thursday, August 25, 2011 — (Business Wire India) – Visually Stunning, Bigger and More Comfortable, the new generation Sports Activity Vehicle redefines Sheer Driving Pleasure Production of the new BMW X3 commences at the BMW Plant Chennai

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The new BMW X3 Launched in India
Pune, Maharashtra, India, Thursday, August
25, 2011 — (Business Wire India) – Visually Stunning, Bigger and More Comfortable, the
new generation Sports Activity Vehicle redefines Sheer Driving Pleasure
Production of the new BMW X3 commences at the BMW Plant Chennai
The new BMW X3 was launched in two diesel variants: BMW X3 xDrive20d and BMW X3
xDrive30d.
The new BMW X3 will be CKD produced (Completely Knocked Down) at the BMW Plant
Chennai.
The new BMW X3 can now be ordered at BMW dealerships across the country. The deliveries
of the new BMW X3 xDrive20d will start in September and of the new BMW X3 xDrive30d in
October.
Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India said, “The first-generation BMW X3 was the pioneer
in its segment. We are confident that the second generation BMW X3 will inherit the position of
its predecessor as the benchmark and will strengthen it further. The launch of the new BMW X3
is a significant milestone in our growth strategy in India and will beyond doubt accelerate the
luxurious and dynamic characteristic of the brand.”
BMW Plant Chennai has introduced a second shift and increased its production capacity to
11,000 units per year.
BMW India has increased the number of employees in BMW India and BMW Plant Chennai to
over 650.
Upto 1200 additional jobs will be created in the BMW India dealer and service network.
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“With the new BMW X3, we make a clear statement. The new BMW X3 is elegant like a true
BMW and spacious like no other car in the segment. The enhanced agility, optimised driving
comfort and innovative equipment options in the new BMW X3 are designed not just to drive but
to live the road, feel every bend and master every terrain.” Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President,
BMW India further added.
The all India ex-showroom prices of the new BMW X3 are as follows -
The new BMW X3 xDrive20d: INR 41,20,000
The new BMW X3 xDrive30d: INR 47,90,000
Note: Ex-showroom price excludes RTO registration charges, tax, insurance, handling charges;
Octroi and entry tax (as applicable). The above ex-showroom prices are exclusive of sales tax /
VAT applicable on sale to the customer. Prices and options are subject to change without prior
notice.
The new BMW X3 will be available in a range of eight exciting colours to choose from including
Alpine White as non-metallic paintwork and the following metallic colours: Titanium Silver, Black
Sapphire, Mineral Silver, Space Grey, Deep Sea Blue, Vermillion Red and Sparkling Bronze.
Leather Nevada is the standard upholstery for the new BMW X3 and is available in the following
colours: Beige, Black, Red Brown/Black, Havanna/Black and Oyster/Black.
The new BMW X3: Description in Brief
A perfect combination of practicality, functionality and dynamism; the new BMW X3 is an
all-round performer.
The athletic agility and design of the new BMW X3 is highlighted by strikingly modern contours.
The external dimensions of the new BMW X3 have grown larger translating into greater comfort
with a harmonious and generous sense of space. The optional panorama glass sunroof creates
a particularly bright ambience inside the cabin.
The interior of the new BMW X3 prides itself with the largest luggage compartment in its class.
The rear-seat backrest is divided in three parts (a split of 40/20/40) and can be individually
folded down to increase the luggage compartment capacity from 550 litres to a maximum of
1,600 litres.
To increase Driver orientation, the centre console is tilted slightly towards the driver so that all
the relevant operating functions provide a sense of personal control. Seats in the new BMW X3
are electrically adjustable on both the driver and front seat passenger sides.
The new BMW X3 allows drivers to choose the desired suspension settings such as Normal,
Sports and Sports+ and adjusts the suspension to suit the driving conditions and road quality.
The entertainment and communication functions are controlled through the on-board iDrive. The
iDrive comes with a 6.5 inch high resolution display screen in the new BMW X3 xDrive20d and
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an 8.8 inch high resolution display screen on the new BMW X3 xDrive30d.
The new BMW X3 features Bi-Xenon headlights with LED (Light Emitting Diode) light rings in
BMW classic style which improves road illumination at night and in poor visibility conditions.
The BMW xDrive is an intelligent all-wheel drive system with a built-in sense of direction. It
monitors the driving situation constantly and distributes drive power smoothly between the
axles. And it thinks ahead too. As one drives, the xDrive analyses data from the on-board
electronics systems such as speed, steering angle, torque output and other key factors – and
calculates whether the vehicle can follow the driver’s wish or if it threatens to oversteer or
understeer, thereby preventing the vehicle from swerving.
The new BMW X3 also features Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control as standard which
prevent vehicle rolling on inclines/declines.
The particularly smooth eight-speed automatic transmission in the new BMW X3 combines
outstanding gearshift comfort, dynamic performance and efficiency of the highest level.
The new BMW X3 xDrive 20d accelerates to 100 km/hr in 8.5 seconds with a top speed of 210
km/hr (electronically limited). The four-cylinder diesel engine with turbocharger and common-rail
direct injection gives a maximum output of 135 kW/184 hp at 4,000 rpm as well as maximum
torque of 380 Nm from 1,750 to 2,750 rpm.
The new BMW X3 xDrive 30d accelerates to 100 km/hr in 6.2 seconds with a top speed of 210
km/hr (electronically limited). The turbocharged six-cylinder diesel engine with common-rail
direct injection gives a maximum output of 190 kW/258 hp at 4,000 rpm as well as maximum
torque of 560 Nm from 2,000 to 2,750 rpm.
The new BMW X3 xDrive20d comes fitted with 17-inch light alloys and the new BMW X3
xDrive30d with 18-inch light alloys.
The new BMW X3 comes with Run-Flat tyres which remain functional even after a complete
loss of pressure.
The new BMW X3
BMW EfficientDynamics: Less Emissions, More Driving Pleasure
BMW EfficientDynamics is the world’s most comprehensive and innovative package for
reducing fuel consumption and lowering emissions, while increasing Sheer Driving Pleasure
unique to BMW.
Extreme body-shell rigidity and low weight: This is the principle behind BMW’s Light Weight
Construction. This has been achieved through the use of high-strength multi-phase steels,
high-strength hot-moulded steels, aluminium and special polycarbonate glass.
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Brake Energy Regeneration: As soon as the driver takes his/her foot off the accelerator, the
car’s redundant kinetic energy is transformed into storable electrical energy. The battery is thus
charged “for free”. The result: Less engine power is needed to feed the battery which saves
fuel.
Electronic Power Steering: The electromechanical steering only operates during the actual
steering process. When driving straight ahead, or at a constant steering angle, the electric
motor does not consume any energy.
Auto Start/Stop function turns off the engine when power is not required – for example, in a
traffic jam or at a traffic light. The effect: no fuel consumption, no emissions.
Run-Flat tyres remain functional even after a complete loss of pressure. Hence, a spare tyre is
no longer required, reducing vehicle weight, enhancing performance and reducing fuel
consumption.
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To view the photograph, please click on the link given below: Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President,
BMW India with the new BMW X3
CONTACT DETAILS
Abhay Dange, Press and Corporate Affairs, BMW India, +91 9910481013/ + 91 (124) 4566600,
Abhay.dange@bmw.in
Richa Sharma, Press and Corporate Affairs, BMW India, +91 9910022148/ + 91 (124) 4566 656
, Richa.sharma@bmw.in
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