2022 G01 BMW X3 sDrive20i facelift in Malaysia – full gallery; M Sport exterior, new inside package; RM296k

The newly facelifted G01 BMW X3 was launched earlier in February this 12 months and is obtainable in three variants, particularly the sDrive20i, xDrive30i and xDrive30e, the final of which marks the primary time a plug-in hybrid model of the X3 is launched in Malaysia. All three variants of X3 are actually regionally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia and are available as commonplace with the M Sport bundle.

On this gallery, we’re focusing solely on the sDrive20i M Sport variant, and the bottom mannequin sees some vital modifications inside and outside in comparison with the earlier entry-level variant of the X3, which is the sDrive20i xLine launched in April 2021. The obvious modifications are on the outside, as the bottom variant now comes wearing M Sport package that options sportier and reprofiled entrance and rear bumpers.

Different revisions contain the X3’s Adaptive LED headlamps, which are actually 10 mm slimmer and sport new daytime working mild graphics. The twin components that make up the kidney grille are additionally barely bigger and joined collectively inside a single-piece body that includes a entrance digicam. Not like earlier than, all three variants of the facelift X3 now don’t include entrance fog lamps.

As you may see within the photographs, the facelift brings about drastic modifications to the X3’s rear-end look. Along with the hexagonal-shaped exhaust suggestions, the taillights now function a modelled pincer contour design for extra pronounced look.

In sDrive20i M Sport guise, the X3 is fitted with 19-inch M mild alloy type 887 wheels wrapped in 245/50 profile Bridgestone Alenza run-flat tyres. You don’t get the M Sport brakes with blue calipers just like the dearer xDrive30i, however you do get M Sport suspension, albeit with out adaptive damping. Customary options additionally embody Consolation Entry in addition to a hands-free powered tailgate.

Shifting inside, design modifications contain the air-con vents and equipment lever console, which mimic these of latest BMW fashions. Moreover, whereas the M Sport steering wheel design stays unchanged, the structure of the buttons on the spokes has been revised.

Forward of the motive force is BMW’s Dwell Cockpit Plus system with a 5.1-inch multi-info show like within the original 218i Gran Coupe previous to the 2022 update. That is joined by a ten.25-inch touchscreen, which is bigger than the earlier 8.8-inch unit, and each shows are powered by BMW Working System 7.

Customary options embody three USB-C and one USB-A charging ports, three-zone local weather management, a HiFi loudspeaker sound system, computerized headlamps and wipers, and auto brake maintain. The Vernasca leather-based in Mocha you see right here is barely accessible with an Alpine White or Carbon Black exterior. Black leather-based upholstery with blue stitching can also be accessible for a similar hues in addition to for Brooklyn Gray and Phytonic Blue.

When it comes to driver aids, the sDrive20i comes with the Driving Assistant bundle with autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane change warning, and rear-cross site visitors alert with braking intervention. It additionally will get cruise management and the Parking Assistant bundle with Reversing Assistant.

Beneath the hood is identical B48 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine because the xDrive30i, though within the sDrive20i, the mill produces simply 184 PS (181 hp) from 5,000 to six,500 rpm and 300 Nm of torque from 1,350 to 4,000 rpm. The engine is paired with an eight-speed Steptronic computerized gearbox to drive the rear wheels. The 0-100 km/h dash is accomplished in 8.2 seconds, and flat out, you’ll hit a prime velocity of 215 km/h.

With sales and service tax (SST), the X3 sDrive20i M Sport retails at RM296,950 on-the-road with out insurance coverage, inclusive of a normal two-year guarantee. Including the prolonged guarantee (5 years, limitless mileage) and repair (5 years, 100,000 km mileage) bundle brings the asking worth to RM315,800.