SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp., the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines is now offering one of the best valued BMW Sport Activity Vehicles (SAVs) in the market with the new BMW X3 xDrive20d Business priced at P 3.790 million.
The new X3 sports a redesigned front end and revised rear section lending it sportier and more rugged look. Exterior updates also include a larger kidney grille, flatter LED headlights, bumpers, exhaust trim, and rear lights. For the local market, it comes standard with 18-inch light alloy wheels in the V-spoke 618 design accompanied by 225/60R18 tires.
Inside, the 2023 X3 features electrically-powered front sport seats with pronounced side bolstering All seats are upholstered in high-quality black Vernasca leather that offers a natural feel to the touch and a high-quality appearance while being easy to maintain.
The BMW X3 xDrive20d Business has a freestanding, central Control Display with a 10.25-inch touchscreen interface. Inputs into the infotainment system can also be done via the Touch Controller that accompanies the BMW Live Cockpit Plus instrument cluster with its 5.1-inch color display. Digital services include the BMW Intelligent Voice Control, Connected Music, and wireless smartphone integration with access to either Apple CarPlay or Android Auto come as standard.
Below the standard Control Display is the control panel for the standard 3-zone automatic air conditioning with integrated center vents. In addition to buttons and rocker switches for operating various automatic air conditioning functions, the control panel includes an LCD display as well as a button each for activating the hazard warning lights and for the driver assistance systems.
The new BMW X3 features an expanded the range of advanced driver assistance systems to enhance both comfort and safety. Standard systems include cruise control with braking function, and a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
The BMW X3 xDrive20d Business features a 2.0-liter in-line 4-cylinder engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology with Multi-Stage Turbo Charging, low pressure charger with variable inlet geometry, common-rail direct injection with solenoid valve injectors. Its powertrain delivers a maximum 190 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 213 km/h.
This performance is harnessed through the standard-fit 8-speed Steptronic transmission specifically matched to the engine’s characteristics, contributing to lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions with optimized efficiency.
The BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system makes a significant contribution to the versatile capabilities of the new BMW X3 xDrive20d Business. Its precise electronic control ensures especially sporty power distribution that is typical of the brand. Its rear-wheel orientation makes dynamic cornering in particular an especially intense experience. In addition, BMW xDrive optimizes both driving stability and traction over rough terrain.
The BMW X3 xDrive20d Business comes standard with the 5-year comprehensive BMW warranty to make your journey worry-free.
Very very good value for money unlike BMW's rival that puts too much screens and electronics then jack ups the prices. BMW is still the 👑
ReplyDeleteHaving said that, I do have to admit though that it really is quite remarkable based on my personal experience. What it lacks in features like Nappa leather or a 360° camera, it more than makes up for it in driving dynamics.
DeleteInteresting article and I really enjoyed reading it
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't call it value for money since pretty much all Euro cars here in PH are overpriced because of our local taxes. Having said that, I do have to admit though that it really is quite remarkable based on personal experience. What it lacks in features like Nappa leather or a 360° camera, it more than makes up for it in driving dynamics.
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DeleteI left out the first paragraph of my comment by accident.
DeleteBuy a much affordable mazda cx5 turbo wd bosch audio system, nappa leather, 360cam, sunroof
ReplyDeleteBut it nots “bmw”, which is the case for majority of the buyers.
DeleteFolks who buy vehicles in this price range do not and will not bother cross-shopping them with the CX-5 🙃
DeleteAre you sure? Anon 9:58
DeleteTax lang ang nagpamahal sa bmw vs mazda
DeleteWhile Mazda has been trying to be a premium brand, it is still far from the level of the germans and lexus in terms of driving dynamics and tech, quality of materials, etc. besides, it will not be able to shake off its image as a mainstream brand like toyota. mazda should do what toyota did by creating lexus. hyundai recently did it with genesis.
DeleteAnon 8:10AM - Have you even tried driving a Merc or a Bimmer? And I'm not talking about a test drive around the block. If you haven't, then please stop comparing them to your beloved Mazda, it's embarrassing.
DeleteThe fact that you suggested to buy a mazda over a bimmer clearly means that hindi para sayo yung price range and market ng BMW, Merc etc. It's like you go to a luxury site like LV/rolex then sasabihin mo na buy kipling/swatch kasi same purpose lang naman. Shitty comment
DeleteGive it a rest, cx-5 competes with x1 in the first place.
DeleteMazda fanboys are delusional. Akala nila premium luxury brand sasakyan nila. Mazda marketing division really got into their heads.
DeleteLol buy mazda daw mas sulit. Kakatawa tong mga ahente ng mazda.
DeleteOr maybe you haven't try the latest mazda model yet.
DeleteNothing wrong with Mazda, I actually dig their exterior and interior design language. But to compare it to Mercedes Benz or BMW is laughable. If you can't afford a Euro, no need to bash them.
Delete7:41 anon, finally, someone who really understands mazda, most people here are either salty because they cant afford a mazda or own a mazda and think its a premium
DeleteGranted, it's slightly more premium (especially in price) than most typical Japanese or Korean offerings but definitely not premium enough to go toe-to-toe with the Germans. Owners who think otherwise are just fooling themselves.
Deletecompared to the q5 and glc, the x3 is way better value for money. the new lexus nx is quite cramped inside though cheaper. leaning towards the x3 lci.
ReplyDeleteYung 4.4m na nx marami features pero feel mo toyota parin. Rav4 na dinamitan ng maganda.
Deletewhat you are paying for over the RAV4 are the ff: badge; better NVH; infotainment system; AWD; driving dynamics; slightly better reliability. back in early June, my reservation for the entry level was not accepted by lexus bgc due to uncertainty abt the supply.
DeleteBMW X3 better reliability than Toyota Rav4?
Deletecomparison was between lexus nx and rav4
Delete@Ron, if you asked this question 10-15 years ago, hands down toyota. But today, I am not so sure.
DeleteLast gen of x3 with physical buttons. Next one will have the all screen design found on all new x1. Nightmare.
ReplyDeleteMaybe next one you will just use voice commands and all screens.
DeleteWorried ako sa bagong X1 kasi ito 3.8 tapos di kumpleto features so mas lalo na yung X1 kasi dpat mas mura siya x3 diba weird nman mas mahal x1 sa x3
ReplyDeleteCurrent-gen X1 is actually cheaper by about 600k
DeleteI think what he meant was, he's worried about the next generation x1 which has been launched globally last June 2022. The current gen x1 is around Php3.1M but the next gen x1 might be higher - i probably think it would jump to php3.6M or php3.7M. then the next gen x3 to be launched next year globally and not sure when in the Philippines would probably go up to php4.3M.
DeleteHave both mazda and bmw. comparing the two depends what you prefer: NVM gas vs diesel, driving dynamics : japan vs german handling/tuning, value for money including maintenance cause mazda is the clear winner, level of stature - of course bmw
ReplyDeleteVery good point. The problem is that a lot of fanbois here keep bashing Euros just to prop up their Mazdas
DeleteH not a problem, h one's opinion, h called "freedom of specs"😁😁😁
DeleteThis is a diesel right? Rather have this than the LC300 which has a very long waiting list. Mas mura pa.
ReplyDeleteIn all likelihood, people who buy this type of cars already have at least one or two 4-6 million peso SUVs sitting in their garage so the comparison is pointless. And yes, it's a diesel.
DeleteCurrently have a Mazda, a Lexus and a BMW, I can say that our BMW is more fun to drive and is more fuel efficient than our Mazda and Lexus. 1 full tank can last us for 3 weeks up to 1 month if purely city driving even with traffic, and the best part, the fun driving experience. Our Lexus is more comfortable in terms of ride comfort, it offers a sedate driving experience. Our Mazda is a bit more fuel efficient and more fun to drive than our Lexus and when it still had Yojin 3, the cheapest to maintain.
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