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The perfectly-sized BMW X3 with xDrive, intelligent all-wheel-drive system. It's big enough to give you command of the road, and small enough to keep you connected with it. Naturally, it's graceful as any BMW. Which makes this SAV the opposite of SUVs in nearly every way.

Dual-glass-panel Panoramic Moonroof features fully electric slide and lift control. Includeds trap release, comfort opening/closing function, a wind deflector to help keep the wind out and an electric sun shade to help shield cabin from excessive heat.

BMW Ultimate Service is included at no charge with all new 2008 BMWs for the first four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. It includes the BMW Maintenance Program, which covers all factory-recommended maintenance and items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear; a New Vehicle Limited Warranty; four-year, unlimited-mileage Roadside Assistance, and, if the vehicle is equipped, a four-year, unlimited mileage subscription to the BMW Assist™ Safety Plan.

Sixteen-way power comfort seats for the driver and front passenger provide optimum lateral support during tight cornering - thanks to specially padded, highly-contoured side bolsters - while remaining exceptionally comfortable when driving over long distances.

Not available with Sport Package or with Sensatec Leatherette upholstery.

Heated front seats are a welcome feature in cooler weather. With the touch of a button, the driver and front passenger can individually select from three heat settings.

HD Radio™

HD Radio™ broadcasting is the new, digital standard for AM and FM radio stations. Across the United States, over 1300 AM/FM stations have upgraded to HD Radio technology, with over 600 of the FM stations also offering new, HD Radio-only "multicast" channels, vastly increasing programming choice. HD Radio stations are broadcast in crystal-clear digital sound and offer innovative data services, such as song artist and title scrolling across the screen. HD Radio is totally subscription free from your local AM and FM radio stations, once your car is equipped with an HD Radio receiver. (For further information on HD Radio receivers and to discover HD Radio AM/FM stations near you, go to www.HDRadio.com.)

Option available on all BMW models produced after April 2007.

SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Always appreciative of unconventional thinking, we thought satellite radio was a natural fit with BMW. Add SIRIUS Satellite Radio with a one-year subscription as a standalone option. Enjoy over 130 channels of your favorite programming, 24/7, including 100% commercial-free, plus sports, news, talk and entertainment from the best names in the business.

* Requires a monthly subscription service to SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Check with your authorized BMW center for complete information and details.

Premium 8-speaker sound system

The premium anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD/MP3 sound system offers outstanding sound through eight upgraded speakers and an upgraded amplifier, as well as vehicle-speed-sensitive equalization. Digital Sound Processor (DSP) can make the interior sound like a jazz club, concert hall or cathedral.

Sport Package

Sporty design includes striking shadowline exterior trim, retuned sport suspension calibration, sport steering wheel, 20-way power multi-contour front seats, aerodynamic package, a shorter shifter for manual transmission, Active Roll Stabilization (ARS), distinctive dual exhaust tips and aggressive 18” alloy wheels.

xDrive, intelligent all-wheel-drive system

Unlike other all-wheel-drive systems, we've built ours with rear wheel bias for surefooted grip on slick roads, without sacrificing the feel of rear wheel drive. It smartly sends power to the wheel or wheels with the surest footing - and it does so in milliseconds. That means under normal conditions, drive forces are spread out with a rear-wheel bias. But the moment the system senses excessive wheel slip, it subtly shifts torque to meet the changing conditions, offering maximum available traction and superior handling on all surfaces.

Valvetronic

The motivation behind our patented Valvetronic technology was simple: to enable the engine to breathe more easily. Our engineers believed that this would allow for increased power output and optimized fuel efficiency, and they were right. It was accomplished by varying the lift height of the valves to regulate intake instead of using a traditional throttle. At lower engine loads, the valves only open a small amount, and at full power they open completely.

3.0-liter, inline 6-cylinder engine, 260 hp

Our inline six engine offers smooth power, greater acceleration and 225 lb-ft of torque at 2750 rpms. A number of pioneering technologies make it possible. An electronically controlled water pump helps increase power output. Our patented Valvetronic system offers better fuel efficiency. And to save weight, we used a groundbreaking innovation that BMW was the first to use in a production car - an engine block made of a lightweight composite magnesium/aluminum.

Enhanced Braking System

We believe being able to stop quickly is even more important than being able to drive fast. That's why our enhanced braking system does more than just brake. If it's raining, it'll dry off the rotors. If you're stopped on a hill, it'll keep you from rolling. If you quickly pull your foot off the accelerator, it prepares to brake just as quickly. And, if you're braking repeatedly, it knows you need more force.

Xenon Adaptive Headlights

Our Xenon Adaptive Headlights with distinctive corona rings began as a groundbreaking idea that went on to become a major advancement in safety. Using an electromechanical system, our adaptive headlights follow the direction of the wheels. So as you begin cornering, the headlights turn into and around the bend, which allows you to see more of the road, sooner. Xenon lights, another BMW innovation, help provide clarity by emitting twice as much light as halogen light, while using half as much energy.

Hill Descent Control

When descending steep hills, it's sometimes difficult to maintain stability and keep speed in check by “riding the brake.” When driving under 20 mph on steeper downhill grades, Hill Descent Control (HDC) can be activated by pressing a button on the console. HDC then gently applies the brakes, as necessary, to help reduce the speed to a nearly constant 3-6 mph. You control the speed by adjusting the +/- button on the steering wheel.

Head Protection System (HPS)

BMW's Head Protection System is an inflatable tubular structure to protect the heads of a vehicle's front and rear seat occupants. Operating in conjunction with the side airbags, the system provides front seat occupants with outstanding protection in the case of severe side impact. It helps protect the head from hitting the side window and being hit by objects penetrating the side window.

Park Distance Control, front and rear

So intuitive, it helps you see things you normally can't. Park Distance Control uses eight sensors - four in the front, four in the rear - to measure exactly how far you are from other vehicles and unseen objects when parking. As your bumper approaches a stationary object, the image on the iDrive screen changes and beeping becomes faster, turning into a constant tone when the distance is less than 12 inches.