BMW X3 (E83)

The first generation BMW X3, internally designated as the E83, is a crossover marketed by German automaker BMW from 2003-2010. Based on the BMW 3 Series platform. BMW markets the crossover as a Sports Activity Vehicle, the company's descriptor for its X-line of vehicles.
The E83 was designed by BMW in conjunction with Magna Steyr of Graz, Austria — who also manufactured all first generation X3s under contract to BMW. BMW manufactures the second generation X3 at their Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, United States.
All X3 models feature BMW's all wheel drive system, with a default 40:60 torque split between the front and rear axles and the ability to direct all torque to either axle.

Manufacturer	BMW
Production	2003 – 2010
Assembly	6th of October City, Egypt (BAG) Graz, Austria (Magna Steyr) Kaliningrad, Russia (Avtotor)
Class	Compact crossover SUV
Body style	4-door SUV
Layout	Longitudinally mounted, front engine, four-wheel drive
Engine	3.0L 260 hp (190 kW) I6
Transmission	6-speed automatic and manual
Wheelbase	2,795 mm (110.0 in)
Length	2004-08: 4,564 mm (179.7 in) 2009-present: 4,570 mm (179.9 in)
Width	1,855 mm (73.0 in)
Height	2006-08: 1,675 mm (65.9 in) 2004-05 & 2009-present: 1,673 mm (65.9 in)
Related	BMW 3-Series

2004 BMW X3 3.0i

Engines

Petrol engines

Model	Year	Engine code	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Top speed km/h
2.0i/ xDrive20i	2004-2010	N46B20	110 kW (148 hp) @6200	200 Nm (150 lbft) @3750	11.5	198
2.5i	2004–2006	M54B25	141 kW (189 hp) @6000	245 Nm (181 lbft) @3500	8.9(MT) / 9.8(AT)	208
2.5si/ xDrive25i	2007-2010	N52B25	160 kW (218 PS) @6500	250 Nm (180 lbft) @2750-4250	8.5(MT) / 8.9(AT)	210(MT/AT) 221(MT)* / 220(AT)*
3.0i	2004–2006	M54B30	170 kW (231 PS) @5900	300 Nm (220 lbft) @3500	7.8(MT) / 8.1(AT)	210(MT/AT) 224(MT)* / 210(AT)*
3.0si/ xDrive30i	2007-2010	N52B30	200 kW (272 PS) @6650	315 Nm (232 lbft) @2750	7.2(MT) / 7.5(AT)	210(AT/MT) 232(AT)* / 228(MT)*

Diesel engines

Model	Year	Engine code	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Top speed km/h
xDrive18d	2009-2010	N47D20	110 kW (143 PS) @4000	350 Nm (260 lbft) @1750	10.3	195
2.0d/ xDrive20d	2005-2007	M47TU2D20	110 kW (150 PS) @4000	330 Nm (240 lbft) @2000	10.2	198
	2007-2010	N47D20	130 kW (177 PS) @4000	350 Nm (260 lbft) @1750-3000	8.9(MT) / 9.2(AT)	206(MT) / 205(AT)
X3 3.0d/ xDrive30d	2003-2004	M57TUD30	150 kW (204 PS) @4000	410 Nm (300 lbft) @1500-3250	7.9(MT)/ 8.2 (AT)	210(MT/AT) 218(MT)* / 215(AT)*
	2004-2010	M57TU2D30	160 kW (218 PS) @4000	500 Nm (370 lbft) @1750–2750	7.4(MT) / 7.7(AT)	210(AT/MT) 220(AT/MT)*
3.0sd/ xDrive35d	2007-2010	M57TU2D30	210 kW (286 PS) @4400	580 Nm (430 lbft) @1750–2250	6.4	240

* In combination with optional Edition Sport, M-Sport package, dynamic packet or certain alloy wheels.

Model Year 2005

2005 BMW X3 3.0d front view

2005 BMW X3 3.0d rear view

• Bluetooth could actually be ordered straight from the factory (part of the Premium Package) and functioned without dealer intervention. (Although the BMW X3 was originally offered and promised with Bluetooth support in 2004, none of the cars that shipped from the factory actually had it installed. Few were able to get it to work with servicing from their dealer.)
• The interior was upgraded with more consistent plastic panels. Also instead of having grey carpeting which was present on all 2004 X3s, the 2005 X3 came with carpeting that matched the leather ordered (with the exception of the Terracotta interior with black carpeting).
• Slightly softer suspension.
• Front fenders are one piece, as opposed to the two piece found on 2004 models.
• A 2.0d engine became available in some markets - joining the 2.5i and 3.0i engines (found stateside) as well as the 3.0d engine sold elsewhere in the world.
• An 'Open-Door' indicator was added on the 2004 models.

Model Years 2006-2010

In September 2006, the E83 received a facelift with revised headlights, grill, front bumper, tail lights, rear bumper, and interior.

For the 2007 model year, the US market X3 was powered by the N52 inline 6-cylinder engine that debuted on the 2006 E90 3 Series. Internationally, the X3 received smaller engines including the 4-cylinder petrol and diesel options. In Europe, the range started with a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder petrol, a 4cyl. turbo diesel and continues with 6-cylinder turbo & bi-turbo diesels. The largest diesel offered was the sport diesel with 286 bhp (213 kW; 290 PS).

2006 BMW X3 Facelift front view

2006 BMW X3 Facelift rear view

U.S. market 2006 X3's were equipped with a version of the 'M' technik body kit with unpainted door sills and wheel arches. U.S. spec Sport Package 2006 X3's received the full 'M' body kit (with painted front, side and rear plastic) available internationally as a factory accessory. 2.5i was removed for sale from the U.S. and Adaptive headlamps and a panoramic sunroof were made available, as well as upgraded dashboard components and leather seating.
Since September 2008, the Edition Exclusive and Edition lifestyle were available. The M-Sport Package was replaced in March 2009 by the Sport Limited Edition.

2009 BMW X3 Limited Sport Edition front view	2009 BMW X3 Limited Sport Edition rear view
2009 BMW X3 Limited Sport Edition interior	2009 BMW X3 Limited Sport Edition wheel

Safety

Euro NCAP scores

Adult Occupant:	4/5
Child Occupant:	4/5
Pedestrian:	1/4

Awards

"Yellow Angel" 2008 in category Quality
"Yellow Angel" 2009 in category Quality

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Last updated on 8 May 2013 at 23:19.