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This is an old car model that is no longer for sale by the local distributor since Apr 2022.
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BMW X3 M40i (A) Review
15 May 2018  |  BMW Reviews
The BMW X3 M40i is a very particular kind of car for the driver that wants a family SUV that also packs a ton of power and a whole lot of noise.
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What We Dislike
Stiff suspension makes the ride too busy for everyday driving
Do you really need so much power in a family SUV?
Caters to a very specific kind of taste
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   Consumer Reviews of BMW X3 M40i
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4.0
 
1 Consumer Reviews
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Comfort
4.0 Reliability
4.0
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Handling
5.0 Features
4.0
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Exterior Styling
4.0 Interior Design
4.0
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Value for money
4.0 Engine Performance
5.0

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It`s a SAV among it`s competitors  Posted on 29 Jul 2018
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Comfort 4.0 Reliability 4.0
Handling 5.0 Features 4.0
Exterior Styling 4.0 Interior Design 4.0
Value for money 4.0 Engine Performance 5.0
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Review
In the search for a new SUV in year 2018 which excel in space practicality , torque & handling.

Tried Macan S , GLC 43 , SQ5 , XC60 T6 , F-Pace 3.0 , X5M50D , Q7 , XC90

First looks is impressive with it`s newly redesigned grilles & headlights , initial i thought it was a newly designed X5 & interior was very much like 5 & 7 series .

None bring a smile to my face until I lay my hands on this Beast.

What I like
Practicality & Very torquey for everyday drive

- M-Performance Exterior styling
- M-Performance Interior styling
- M-Performance 718 Rim styling
- M-Performance adaptive suspension
- Exclusive M-Performance exhaust note (Cracklings) in sports mode
- 3.0 litre In-line 6 twins scroll turbo
- ZF Gear box 8 speed is swift & decisive
- Brutally quick among it`s competitors
- Handles like a hot hatch & easy to drive
- CLAR platform with similar interiors as 7 series
- X-drive
- Spacious cabinet & boot space among it`s competitors
- Rear cargo space with additional hidden space to store boot cover
- Latest I-drive 6.0 , connected drive , 360 Cam View , & fully customizable
- Key linked to drivers profile
- Exotic SAV in it`s class

What I do not like
Does not come with standard features such as Lane-keeping assist, Adaptive Cruise Control that is available & standard in others competitors.

Munich Autos should seriously consider throw in more standard safety features to match it`s price ; Lane-Keeping assist & adaptivate cruise control for this premium price.

No Android auto !

No suction door closing option to choose from.

No rear passenger seat adjustment option to choose from.

Ride firmness can be uncomfortable to some , due to M suspension & 21 inch runflat tires.

BMW X3 M40i
4 stars - based on 1 reviews