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Great forum. I am still doing research on what I want to move on to, and even when, but the X3 is likely to be my next vehicle. I've had all manners of cars over the years (E46 M3, and an E46 328i)...even sometimes buying and selling and buying another car in the same year. Fortunately I have mellowed out and had the same great car for the past seven years--an Infiniti G37S Coupe (08). I love sporty cars, but my circumstances and needs are changing, so I need something that can move more people and gear, and regular visits up to Lake Tahoe in Northern California--but I still must have a vehicle that is fun to drive. I like the X3 because it represents great looks, reputation, refinement, and still a great driver. It's not a mini-van, and it looks tough? Anyway, I have been looking at the X1 and the X3. The new 2016 X1 is stunning but the feedback on it's driving characteristics have not been great. The X3 really seems to be the sweet spot for size, features, and performance...the price is a bit hefty, but nothing I've ever driven has driven like a BMW. It's part of the reason I'm coming back. This looks like a great community and I can't wait to learn more about the X3. |
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Thanks for sharing, exilio. For many of us the X3 does represent that perfect blend of form, function and performance which is only going to get better with the next generation G01 models. Glad you stopped by to read and post, and hope to see some new X3 pictures soon.
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08-01-2015, 07:06 AM | #3 |
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Bought my wife an X3, and she's happy with it, except for one thing: We ordered it, not knowing it came with the standard headlights. The trademark corona "angel eyes" headlight rings are not standard on the X3, despite what every single ad, commercial, and even the darn owners manual indicates. If you want the lights, they'll be around $900 extra.
But they did come standard on my K1600 GTL motorcycle. |
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We went from a 335 to and X3 35i, almost as fun to drive, but much more practical with children and hauling them and their things around. The cargo space of the X3 is miles ahead of the X1, so if you plan on carrying stuff along with 3+ people the X3 is a no brainier.
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We certainly will be looking at the new X1 as a possible replacement of our X3 when it gets released in Australia later this year. Tony |
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I went from a 328i to a X3 28i as I was in the same situation. Needed more space for family and road trips. At first I was hesitant as I never wanted an SUV but after I had a X3 loaner and test drove my current X3, I was hooked. Maybe I am getting old but I like the smooth ride, the space, no longer have to drop down to get into the car, a hair slower than the 328i but faster than the majority of the vehicles out there. I think the X3 is the perfect vehicle. The one I even wanted was on the lot.
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You are aware of the all new Mercedes GLC ? When I ordered my X3 in december 2014 , I looked at the Mercedes GLK and I found its style so oldfashioned.
But this new GLC is rather nice.... I don't know what I would have decided now. Well... probably still the BMW
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welcome and hope u do get the X3
if you're in the states, i am selling mine because I am upgrading into the 35i or 28d depending which i get better deal in
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You have to compare apples to apples, not the next generation X1 with the current iteration of the X3 knowing an update is on the horizon. We sat in both before our our purchase, and the X1 felt small at the time even coming from a 335i. |
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Don't get me wrong - size isn't everything. The main reason why the 2016 X1 has grown so much in interior space is the basic change to the drive platform. The X1 has gone from a RWD-based system to a FWD-based system similar to that used on the 2 Series BMWs and to be seen also on the next generation 1 Series. This together with the traverse mounted engines has freed up considerable "length" resulting in increased passenger compartment space. While the F48 X1 does has AWD xdrive versions, it is more of a Haldex-type FWD-biased system. The X1's 2WD sdrive versions are purely FWD. Tony |
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Great feedback. I also went down to the dealership today to look at some interiors and drive. I I have narrowed down the options/packages I want to custom order:
- 2016 X3 xDrive28i (35i more than I want to spend, 28d, the gas mileage is nice, but the trade-offs aren't worth it to me.) - M Sport line - 20" M Style 310 wheels - Color, can't decide...Space Gray or Carbon Black (my current car is just a shade lighter than Space Gray...I love the color but contemplating a change.) - Interior Color: Leaning towards black, but interested in Mocha...haven't seen it in the flesh yet. - Trim: Anthracite wood trim. - Dynamic Handling Package - Driver Assistance Package (required but I'd likely have got anyway) - ACC Stop & Go + Active Driving Assistant (required) - Adaptive full LED Lights - Technology Package - Harman Kardon Audio - Heated Front Seats $56,420 MSRP Thoughts? |
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Looking at the side profile, I think the X3 design is more dynamic, the GLC is looking more wagon-y. However, the interior is a different story. I really like the interior of the new Mercedes, GLC included, they look very upmarket.
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I would re think 20 inch wheels. The ride might not be very comfortable anymore, but maybe guys can tell you that have these wheels on their X3. Interior, that's very personal. I went for black, but also because my car is Melbourne red metallic and in X-Line trim. Than the black seats have red stitches which looks awesome in combination with the melbourne red. And I never liked very bright interiors. But I would recommend to see Mocha in the flesh before you order it (but I know this is easier said than done, for I'd never seen a melbourne red car, and ordered it anyway.... , am still happy with it.)
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