Shelly BMW of Buena Park, Orange County, Southern California is your BMW Dealership for the All New 2008 BMW X3 Series.

Read below for more detailed information on the 2008 BMW X3 Series: BMW X3 3.0si

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The 2008 BMW X3 is a small luxury crossover SUV that comes in a single 3.0si trim level. Standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, automatic climate control, leatherette (a.k.a. vinyl) upholstery, full power accessories (including front seats), keyless entry and a CD player with an auxiliary audio input.

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Powertrains and Performance

The 2008 BMW X3 3.0si is powered by a 3.0-liter inline-6 engine rated at 260 horsepower and 225 pound-feet of torque. There is a choice of either a six-speed manual or Sportmatic six-speed automatic transmission. Power is sent to all four wheels through an all-wheel-drive system. We've timed a manual X3 at 7.2 seconds for the 0-60-mph sprint. The automatic X3 earns 2008 fuel mileage numbers of 17 mpg city and 24 highway, while the manual version rates 1 mpg less in both instances.

Dimensions
Exterior
Length: 179.9 in.	Width: 73 in.
Height: 65.9 in.	Wheel Base: 110.1 in.
Ground Clearance: 8 in.	Curb Weight: 4012 lbs.
Gross Weight: 5049 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 39.3 in.	Front Shoulder Room: 55.6 in.
Rear Head Room: 39.4 in.	Rear Shoulder Room: 55 in.
Front Leg Room: 40.2 in.	Rear Leg Room: 35.8 in.
Luggage Capacity: 30 cu. ft.	Maximum Cargo Capacity: 71 cu. ft.
Maximum Seating: 5
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 6	Base Engine Size: 3 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 6	Horsepower: 260 hp
Max Horsepower: 6600 rpm	Torque: 225 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 2750 rpm	Maximum Payload: 1036 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity: 3500 lbs.	Drive Type: AWD
Turning Circle: 38.4 ft.

Fuel Data

The BMW X3 features full-length side curtain airbags, front-seat side airbags, active headrests, antilock disc brakes and a stability control system. Additional features include automatic brake drying (whereby the rotors are lightly "wiped" during wet weather conditions) and hill descent control. Rear seat side airbags are optional. In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash testing, the X3 earned the highest score of "Good" for both frontal-offset and side-impact tests.

Safety Features
Antilock Brakes: Standard	Four Wheel Antilock Brakes: Standard
Depowered Airbag: Standard	Passenger Airbag: Standard
Head Airbag: Standard	Side Airbag: Standard
Child Safety Seats: Not Available	Traction Control: Standard
Stability Control: Standard

Crash Test Results
NHTSA Ratings
Passenger: Not Tested
Driver: Not Tested
Side Impact Front: Not Tested
Side Impact Rear: Not Tested
Rollover Rating: Not Tested
NHTSA: 5 star, 4 star, 3 star, 2 star, 1 star, Not Tested
IIHS Ratings
Crash Offset: Not Tested
Bumper Bash: Not Tested

Interior Design and Special Features

The cabin of the X3 is well thought out and beautifully executed. Function takes priority over opulence, with excellent switch feel and plenty of storage cubbies. A DVD entertainment system is not available, and the audio and ventilation controls can be confusing at first, but once mastered, they return precise adjustments. We'd skip the navigation system, as BMW's befuddling iDrive system comes with it. Get an aftermarket unit instead. Support and comfort from the firm, well-shaped seats are excellent. Overall the X3's cabin is an environment geared for serious driving rather than entertaining diversion. Folding the rear seat forward reveals a healthy 71 cubic feet of cargo space.

Dimensions
Exterior
Length: 179.9 in.	Width: 73 in.
Height: 65.9 in.	Wheel Base: 110.1 in.
Ground Clearance: 8 in.	Curb Weight: 4012 lbs.
Gross Weight: 5049 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 39.3 in.	Front Shoulder Room: 55.6 in.
Rear Head Room: 39.4 in.	Rear Shoulder Room: 55 in.
Front Leg Room: 40.2 in.	Rear Leg Room: 35.8 in.
Luggage Capacity: 30 cu. ft.	Maximum Cargo Capacity: 71 cu. ft.
Maximum Seating: 5
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 6	Base Engine Size: 3 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 6	Horsepower: 260 hp
Max Horsepower: 6600 rpm	Torque: 225 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 2750 rpm	Maximum Payload: 1036 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity: 3500 lbs.	Drive Type: AWD
Turning Circle: 38.4 ft.

Fuel Data

Source: www.edmunds.com

There are three major option packages: a Cold Weather package (heated front and rear seats, headlight washers and a ski bag), a Premium package (leather seating and additional interior and exterior lighting), a Sport package (firmer suspension calibrations, 18-inch alloys, sport seats and body styling accents) and a Sport Activity package (18-inch alloys, running boards, privacy glass, blackout window frames).

Stand-alone options include 19-inch wheels, park assist, an upgraded sound system, HD radio, a navigation system with iDrive, 16-way "Comfort" front seats and adaptive xenon headlights.