BMW X3 35i (F25) Test-Drive
I've had the chance to test-drive brand new X3 (
F25) 35i which has just arrived in
Riga, Latvia. Luckily snow arrived as well, so I've been able to get some off-roading experience too.
I'm not a professional reporter, never intended to be one.
It's just a short video showcasing the interior and some of my thoughts on this car. Overall I like it more than
BMW X5 (
E70), since it's more compact and driver oriented. 35i (3l bi-turbo) engine was superb, although it lacked some dynamics which my
135i (same engine) has. The 8-speed automatic transmission was smooth and sweet,
Sport mode was great as well, it sharpens the steering, suspension and accelerator pedal.
Normal was softer than I expected from
BMW, even though the car had 19" rims. It's a great car! Oh, and the avg fuel consumption w
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