2013 BMW X3 XDrive28i Will Start at $37,995
The 2013 BMW X3 xDrive28i with a 2.0L, four-cylinder turbocharged engine will hit US showrooms this April with an MSRP of $37,995 including a $895 destination and handling charge. The MSRP is the same as the outgoing 2012 xDrive28i with a six-cylinder.
The new turbocharged four-cylinder is replacing the 3.0L straight-six with 240-hp. The smaller 2.0L delivers the same 240-hp with a peak torque of 260 lb-ft and is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The German automaker hasn’t released final EPA estimates for its fuel economy, but based on the EU test cycle we should be able to expect around 31-mpg from the X3 xDrive28i.
The new motor isn’t the only thing BMW has added to the X3. An Auto Start Stop system, Driving Dynamics Control with ECO PRO, and a power tailgate to the standard equipment to both the xDrive28i and xDrive35i models. The xDrive35i will be priced at $43,595 including destination and handling.
Lastly, the xDrive28i will also get 18-inch wheels and chrome exhaust tips as standard.
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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That is so cheapy, why is it so cheap ? are they making it china now ?