[Mojobaggins]

Hi All,

Order placed on 9/28. Production Queue on 9/30. Finished Assembly and Dispatched 10/14. Delivery 10/21 noon and I picked it up at 3pm. Bought 7yr/75k mile warranty and had them throw in the all weather mats.

Specs:
Glacier Silver
Cognac Leather
Carbon Fiber Trim
20" M Double-spoke bi-color wheels
Adaptive M Suspension
Executive Package
Fr/Rd Heated Seats
Wireless Charging
H/K Audio



Next Steps:
Changing out tires to Continental DW06
Install spare tire following - https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1620456
Install cargo liner for dogs - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZZDGZVB
Complete front and hood wrapped in PPF, maybe doors too
Ceramic coated - gold package, lifetime warranty
Install mudflaps - https://www.ebay.com/itm/Splash-Guar...s/401871783409
Install Rear Bumper Guard - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B077XLYFG5/

First Impressions - Coming from a Volvo XC60 R-Design
Finish is great and love the Cognac leather
Steering wheel is smaller than the XC60 and felt a little numb turning with it
Smaller sideview mirrors and smaller rear hatch glass will take some time to get used to.
Thought it might be difficult to setup but once I connected Android Auto, it seemed like everything updated. Date/Time updated. Waze was available.-
Adaptive suspension - very noticeable difference between the modes. In comfort mode, it was definitely a softer ride than my XC60.
All weather mats stink and I'll be going thru the Mat thread to find something better.
Wireless charging is weak as it barely kept my phone at the same battery level
Happy to see USB-C ports

Update - Swapped out the tires to All Season Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 and retrofitted the spare under the floor.



Installed a liner for the cargo area for the dogs.



Had it Unique Car Care since Tuesday to get it wrapped in ppf and ceramic coated. Finally got to pick it up. Looks great and no more waxing.

[g_lev]

Very nice! Similar to my spec, but for the color.

I agree the wireless charger is kinda weak. I would probably have left it off had I known

[MrSo0h0o]

Originally Posted by Mojobaggins

Hi All,

Order placed on 9/28. Production Queue on 9/30. Finished Assembly and Dispatched 10/14. Delivery 10/21 noon and I picked it up at 3pm. Bought 7yr/75k mile warranty and had them throw in the all weather mats.

Specs:
Glacier Silver
Cognac Leather
Carbon Fiber Trim
20" M Double-spoke bi-color wheels
Adaptive M Suspension
Executive Package
Fr/Rd Heated Seats
Wireless Charging
H/K Audio



Next Steps:
Changing out tires to Continental DW06
Install spare tire following - https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1620456
Install cargo liner for dogs - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZZDGZVB
Complete front and hood wrapped in PPF, maybe doors too
Ceramic coated - gold package, lifetime warranty
Install mudflaps - https://www.ebay.com/itm/Splash-Guar...s/401871783409
Install Rear Bumper Guard - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B077XLYFG5/

First Impressions - Coming from a Volvo XC60 R-Design
Finish is great and love the Cognac leather
Steering wheel is smaller than the XC60 and felt a little numb turning with it
Smaller sideview mirrors and smaller rear hatch glass will take some time to get used to.
Thought it might be difficult to setup but once I connected Android Auto, it seemed like everything updated. Date/Time updated. Waze was available.-
Adaptive suspension - very noticeable difference between the modes. In comfort mode, it was definitely a softer ride than my XC60.
All weather mats stink and I'll be going thru the Mat thread to find something better.
Wireless charging is weak as it barely kept my phone at the same battery level
Happy to see USB-C ports

I am currently in a XC60 Momentum and considering making the switch to the M40i..

What are your thoughts on seat comfort so far compared to the XC60's?

[Score04]

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[GOLFFRR]

super nice specs, looks great in that color combo. congrats OP you picked a great vehicle, enjoy!

[Mojobaggins]

Originally Posted by MrSo0h0o

I am currently in a XC60 Momentum and considering making the switch to the M40i..

What are your thoughts on seat comfort so far compared to the XC60's?

I hope they break in but I'd say that the Volvo seats are better in comfort and fit. I also think the leather is better also. The X3 does have more adjustments and I have to play around with them more. But the seats are comfortable.

[Mojobaggins]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

super nice specs, looks great in that color combo. congrats OP you picked a great vehicle, enjoy!

Thanks! It's definitely a big upgrade from my XC60. Loving so far!

[JSY]

Nice! I don't see this color often.

[Mojobaggins]

Swapped out the tires to All Season Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 and retrofitted the spare under the floor



Installed a liner in the back to keep it clean from the dogs

[Mojobaggins]

Had it Unique Car Care since Tuesday to get it wrapped in ppf and ceramic coated. Finally got to pick it up. Looks great and no more waxing.

[msg617]

Originally Posted by MrSo0h0o

I am currently in a XC60 Momentum and considering making the switch to the M40i..

What are your thoughts on seat comfort so far compared to the XC60's?

Comparing my X3 to my XC90 and XC60, Volvo has a significant edge in seat comfort and interior quality/finish. Love how my X3 drives, but for $60k wish BMW would offer better interior finishes and the M sport seats. BMW wants us to buy an X5 for that, but an X5 isn't the car I want.

[TheusBimmer]

Originally Posted by Mojobaggins

Had it Unique Car Care since Tuesday to get it wrapped in ppf and ceramic coated. Finally got to pick it up. Looks great and no more waxing.

Can you please confirm 48v in 2021 x3 m40i pls? Just out of curiosity. How's the start/stop? As smooth as the 440i?

[jihong]

Currently have an xc40 and helped a family member get their 2021 x3. Few things I noticed that I would really miss about my volvo if I converted to the x3 (which I was considering).

1. Surround view - the 3D surround view on the volvo is superb. Because of the vertical screen orientation, you get a really close and clear view of what's around you when you are using surround view. Really helpful when parallel parking in the city. The BMW is not as useful. The screen is tiny compared to the volvo, and there are blacked out edges around the car that don't give you as close of a view.

2. Remote start. I use the volvo app to start my volvo from far away to pre-heat in the winter and pre-cool in the summer. Makes a HUGE difference and is really handy. The BMW x3 does NOT have this feature. Doesn't matter if it's 2021 and it doesn't matter what packages you have on it. They don't install the remote start option on x3's. It also doesn't matter what country/region you're in.

3. Self driving. The BMW x3 doesn't have the active driving assistance that keeps you in lane and a certain distance from the car in front of you. It's basically self/automated driving. You set it, take your hands of the wheel and foot off the pedals and it'll just drive by itself on the highway (need driver input every once in a while). Available in the volvo, but not in the bmw. It's not even an option.

4. Heated steering wheel. Super weak in the BMW. Maybe it's faulty and I need to get it checked. But the Volvo heats up fast and it gets hot. Great for winter weather.

5. Can't turn off auto start/stop in normal comfort mode. You can disable this in the volvo, but it's permanent on the x3 unless you code it. So you have to hit the on/off switch for the start/stop every time you start the car.

If you don't live in an area with various climates, these might not be big issues. But in NYC/northeast, the remote start and heated steering wheel can be really handy.

I also didn't like how they just didn't include so many options on the x3. Even with the executive package and all the options ticked, they leave out so many things that are available on other models. In addition to the things mentioned above, they don't have the backup assistance option for the x3 either (the option that remembers how you parked and reverses the exact same path out for you). It's really handy when parking in tight garages or spaces.

You can fully spec your BMW x3, and so many options won't be available for you. The quality of the car feels better than the Volvo, but the standard and available options on the Volvos are better and easier to use.

[msg617]

Originally Posted by jihong

Currently have an xc40 and helped a family member get their 2021 x3. Few things I noticed that I would really miss about my volvo if I converted to the x3 (which I was considering).

1. Surround view - the 3D surround view on the volvo is superb. Because of the vertical screen orientation, you get a really close and clear view of what's around you when you are using surround view. Really helpful when parallel parking in the city. The BMW is not as useful. The screen is tiny compared to the volvo, and there are blacked out edges around the car that don't give you as close of a view.

2. Remote start. I use the volvo app to start my volvo from far away to pre-heat in the winter and pre-cool in the summer. Makes a HUGE difference and is really handy. The BMW x3 does NOT have this feature. Doesn't matter if it's 2021 and it doesn't matter what packages you have on it. They don't install the remote start option on x3's. It also doesn't matter what country/region you're in.

3. Self driving. The BMW x3 doesn't have the active driving assistance that keeps you in lane and a certain distance from the car in front of you. It's basically self/automated driving. You set it, take your hands of the wheel and foot off the pedals and it'll just drive by itself on the highway (need driver input every once in a while). Available in the volvo, but not in the bmw. It's not even an option.

4. Heated steering wheel. Super weak in the BMW. Maybe it's faulty and I need to get it checked. But the Volvo heats up fast and it gets hot. Great for winter weather.

5. Can't turn off auto start/stop in normal comfort mode. You can disable this in the volvo, but it's permanent on the x3 unless you code it. So you have to hit the on/off switch for the start/stop every time you start the car.

If you don't live in an area with various climates, these might not be big issues. But in NYC/northeast, the remote start and heated steering wheel can be really handy.

I also didn't like how they just didn't include so many options on the x3. Even with the executive package and all the options ticked, they leave out so many things that are available on other models. In addition to the things mentioned above, they don't have the backup assistance option for the x3 either (the option that remembers how you parked and reverses the exact same path out for you). It's really handy when parking in tight garages or spaces.

You can fully spec your BMW x3, and so many options won't be available for you. The quality of the car feels better than the Volvo, but the standard and available options on the Volvos are better and easier to use.

I find the heated steering wheel on the X3 quite capable. One advantage in the BMW compared to the Volvo is you configure the heating to turn on automatically below a certain temp threshold. I don't notice a difference compared to my Volvo for steering wheel heat.

[aashishamber]

Originally Posted by jihong

Currently have an xc40 and helped a family member get their 2021 x3. Few things I noticed that I would really miss about my volvo if I converted to the x3 (which I was considering).

1. Surround view - the 3D surround view on the volvo is superb. Because of the vertical screen orientation, you get a really close and clear view of what's around you when you are using surround view. Really helpful when parallel parking in the city. The BMW is not as useful. The screen is tiny compared to the volvo, and there are blacked out edges around the car that don't give you as close of a view.

2. Remote start. I use the volvo app to start my volvo from far away to pre-heat in the winter and pre-cool in the summer. Makes a HUGE difference and is really handy. The BMW x3 does NOT have this feature. Doesn't matter if it's 2021 and it doesn't matter what packages you have on it. They don't install the remote start option on x3's. It also doesn't matter what country/region you're in.

3. Self driving. The BMW x3 doesn't have the active driving assistance that keeps you in lane and a certain distance from the car in front of you. It's basically self/automated driving. You set it, take your hands of the wheel and foot off the pedals and it'll just drive by itself on the highway (need driver input every once in a while). Available in the volvo, but not in the bmw. It's not even an option.

4. Heated steering wheel. Super weak in the BMW. Maybe it's faulty and I need to get it checked. But the Volvo heats up fast and it gets hot. Great for winter weather.

5. Can't turn off auto start/stop in normal comfort mode. You can disable this in the volvo, but it's permanent on the x3 unless you code it. So you have to hit the on/off switch for the start/stop every time you start the car.

If you don't live in an area with various climates, these might not be big issues. But in NYC/northeast, the remote start and heated steering wheel can be really handy.

I also didn't like how they just didn't include so many options on the x3. Even with the executive package and all the options ticked, they leave out so many things that are available on other models. In addition to the things mentioned above, they don't have the backup assistance option for the x3 either (the option that remembers how you parked and reverses the exact same path out for you). It's really handy when parking in tight garages or spaces.

You can fully spec your BMW x3, and so many options won't be available for you. The quality of the car feels better than the Volvo, but the standard and available options on the Volvos are better and easier to use.

The self driving option is there with active deiving assistant plus option .

[dkreidel]

Really nice looking X3! I waffled back and forth between white and silver, and went with white...but wish I would chose silver as we've had •a lot• of white BMW's. The Cognac and glacier silver is especially nice

I ditched the runflats right away too. Our cars are equipped almost the same - I don't have wireless charging but added acoustic glass.

How do you think the Cerium grills and mirror caps work with the silver?

[g_lev]

Originally Posted by jihong

2. Remote start. I use the volvo app to start my volvo from far away to pre-heat in the winter and pre-cool in the summer. Makes a HUGE difference and is really handy. The BMW x3 does NOT have this feature. Doesn't matter if it's 2021 and it doesn't matter what packages you have on it. They don't install the remote start option on x3's. It also doesn't matter what country/region you're in.

I do wish this was an option. However even without it you can remote start the ventilation from your phone a few minutes before you plan to leave. It helps.

3. Self driving. The BMW x3 doesn't have the active driving assistance that keeps you in lane and a certain distance from the car in front of you. It's basically self/automated driving. You set it, take your hands of the wheel and foot off the pedals and it'll just drive by itself on the highway (need driver input every once in a while). Available in the volvo, but not in the bmw. It's not even an option.

Mine hs this feature and it works perfectly. Not sure where you are getting your information from, but the driver assistance package works great for automated highway driving, including automated stop/go in traffic.

4. Heated steering wheel. Super weak in the BMW. Maybe it's faulty and I need to get it checked. But the Volvo heats up fast and it gets hot. Great for winter weather.

Mine works just fine. Gets plenty warm.

5. Can't turn off auto start/stop in normal comfort mode. You can disable this in the volvo, but it's permanent on the x3 unless you code it. So you have to hit the on/off switch for the start/stop every time you start the car.

Granted, you have to code it to do this, but that's trivial. That said, it's not really intrusive...

If you don't live in an area with various climates, these might not be big issues. But in NYC/northeast, the remote start and heated steering wheel can be really handy.

I also didn't like how they just didn't include so many options on the x3. Even with the executive package and all the options ticked, they leave out so many things that are available on other models. In addition to the things mentioned above, they don't have the backup assistance option for the x3 either (the option that remembers how you parked and reverses the exact same path out for you). It's really handy when parking in tight garages or spaces.

Now I may be incorrect here as I have yet to try it on mine, but I thought the X3 indeed DID have this feature

[msg617]

Yeah, remote start on a cold morning is an irritating omission. Product management 101: differentiate to move people up to the higher priced X5

[JSY]

Doesn't the driver's manual say that to avoid warming up by leaving it on idle, and to drive away moderately to get up to temps? I wouldn't ever expect them to have remote start as long as they continue to say that.

[rmorin1249]

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[Nathanmlee]

Highly recommend the 3D Maxpider all-weather mats, fit well and have a decent lip - keeps my car clean from mud and snow and easy to take out and rinse down

[TJNies]

OP, nice choice on the Glacier Silver! I wanted (and bought) a Phytonic Blue M40i.

It's beautiful when clean, but in retrospect, I've have chosen a lighter color such as yours.

I had issues with my wireless charger, but based on threads here, I asked my dealer to replace it, and now it charges fine. I wonder if the OEM versions are inherently weaker?