07-22-2012, 01:02 AM | #1 |
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X3 excellent handling
For all of you considering the X3, here is a story in its favor.
I was on the interstate driving at 80-85 mph outside of Chicago. In front of me a. A car was carrying a mattress and a box spring. The rig failed and the mattress and box spring and a metal bracket flew off into the road. I was able to swerve to a avoid all three as well as the car in front of me which braked. There was very minimal fish tailing and I was able to maintain speed. The steering was very responsive and the handling was excellent at all times. I am confident I would have flipped a different SUV at these speeds. This is my first BMW, and I had been impressed with how it drove prior to this, but this incident took it to another level. I am truly amazed with how this car handled in a very difficult and dangerous situation. It is unlike any car I have ever driven. This may have been an SUV, but it drives like a car. Take that into account when making your purchasing decision. Heart is still racing... Last edited by Fryguy29; 07-23-2012 at 02:46 PM.. |
07-22-2012, 08:21 AM | #3 |
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Pics or it didn't happen j/k
Seriously though, thanks for sharing that. I do agree that this vehicle is very sure footed and the stability control helps handle extreme situations without much drama. I have handled both the x3 and x5 in auto-x and accident avoidance exercises (in controlled events organized by BMW) and they are both very competent vehicles.
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