The 2012 BMW X3 Series was built to satisfy your need for space and provide a luxurious experience for every passenger onboard. With two trims available, this sophisticated SUV welcomes drivers to choose their adventures and brave themselves for a thrilling ride.
Both BMW X3 Series models are powered by the xDrive all-wheel drive system for improved traction and handling. Brake energy regeneration converts extra kinetic energy into electric energy to recharge the battery. In addition, servotronic vehicle speed-sensitive power steering and dynamic stability control come standard for reliable and safe performance. Four-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes and gas-pressurized shock absorbers are equipped to provide smooth performance.
The 2012 BMW X3 Series has eight-way power-adjustable front seats with active head restraints and leatherette upholstery. Drivers have the convenience of memory seating to restore and recall their favorite seating positions. LATCH restraints also come standard to ensure the safety of younger passengers onboard. Drivers can easily multi-task with a leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted phone, cruise, and audio controls. All passengers are welcome to enjoy the ride and listen to music on a 12-speaker audio system with AM/FM radio, a CD player, and MP3 compatibility. Last but not least, automatic climate control will keep passengers relaxed in a comfortable atmosphere.
| Base Standard Equipment |
| Performance & Efficiency Standard Features |
| Electronic throttle control |
| 8-speed steptronic automatic transmission - With Sport and Manual shift modes and Adaptive Transmission Control (ATC) |
| Handling, Ride & Braking Standard Features |
| xDrive all-wheel drive system |
| Dynamic Stability Control - Including Brake Drying, Brake Stand-by, Start-off Assistant and Brake Fade Compensation |
| Hill Descent Control (HDC) |
| Servotronic vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering |
| Gas-pressure shock absorbers |
| Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars |
| Brake Energy Regeneration |
| 4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes - With Dynamic Brake Control |
| Exterior Standard Equipment |
| Halogen free-form foglights |
| Door handles in matching body color |
| Privacy glass |
| Interior Seating & Trim Standard Features |
| 8-way power adjustable front seats - With 2-way manual headrests, and driver seat and mirror memory |
| Leatherette upholstery |
| Black high-gloss instrument panel |
| Front center console armrest |
| Rear-seat backrests with 40/60 split |
| Comfort and Convenience Standard Features |
| Vehicle and Key Memory |
| Automatic climate control with micro-filter and air recirculation |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel column |
| Rain-sensing windshield wipers with Automatic Headlight Control |
| Power front windows - With "one-touch" up/down operation; power rear windows with "one-touch" down |
| Dual cupholders |
| Audio System Standard Features |
| Anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD/MP3 audio system - With 12 speakers, 205-watt digital amplifier, Radio Data System (RDS), Auto-Store, 3-channel FM diversity antenna system and auxiliary audio input adaptor compatible with portable music players |
| HD Radio with "multicast" FM station reception |
| iPod and USB adapter |
| Pre-wiring for satellite radio |
| Instrumentation Standard Features |
| 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel - With controls for audio system, cruise control, and Bluetooth wireless communication for hands-free mobile phone |
| Bluetooth wireless technology - For hands-free calling (if equipped with compatible Bluetooth phone) and phonebook downloading capabilities |
| iDrive system with on-board computer and controller - And 8 programmable memory buttons |
| Condition-based service display - With additional functions accessible through iDrive system |
| Dynamic cruise control |
| Rear-window defroster |
| Tire Pressure Monitor |
| Safety & Security Standard Features |
| Head Protection System (HPS), front and rear |
| Active Head Restraints in front seats |
| Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) - With advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment |
| Front door-mounted side-impact airbags |
| BMW's Advanced Safety System - For integrated deployment of passive and active safety features |
| Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts - (for installation of child restraint seats) |
| LATCH for child-restraint safety seat installation |
| Central locking system - With center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking |
| Coded Driveaway Protection |
| Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners |
| Crash sensor - That activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lights |
| Daytime running lights (via Vehicle Memory system) |
| Anti-theft alarm system |
| Warranty Standard Features |
| BMW Ultimate Service - 4 years/50,000 miles |
| New Car Limited Warranty - 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Roadside Assistance - 4 years/ Unlimited miles |
| Rust Perforation Limited - 12 years/Unlimited miles |