Enjoy a very special documentary about the all-new BMW X3 with AJ! Exterior, Interior and also along side riding onroad and a great offroad course! Compare the Mercedes GLC: ruclips.net/video/K5_FWSq6bzI/видео.html
will you be doing the 2019 BMW X4 when it comes out??? your review of this vehicle was excellent, unfortunately, i'm waiting on the X4...... let me know!!!!
Absolutely love your reviews. Quality both for picture and sound and content is very clear and clean. I certainly get a lot of info unlike the entertainment we get these day with no substance. Thank you.
Great video AJ and the team. I really enjoyed that even though it's not the type of car I would personally buy. So interesting to see it on the track and off road, great interviews and a really cool personal story as well.
@Autogefuhl Hello and congratulations on an in-depth (p)review of the new X3. I happen to be an owner of an E83 X3. BMW brought to the people the medium SUV segment back then with the introduction of this model. Pierre Leclercq took BMW to another level with the designs of the E70 X5 and E71 X6, along back then with the newly introduced 6 series coupe. Aggressive, sporty, bulky and head-turning presence, screaming speed, sleek silhouettes, minimal and clean headlights and taillights, amazing wheels.... After that, the F-Series platform models (X3/X5/X6) became too ..."mainstream". Oversized grills lifted up, oversized headlights and taillights with floating lines, boxy silhouettes that dont flow nicely.... This continues with the new X3 G-platform.... The positive thing is the exceptional engineering, dramatically upgraded interior in terms of everything. Quality, materials, features, options, practicality, options,...the M Performance and X3M model introduction, brakes upgrade and more... But the exterior, no.... Current design language must change... The new 8-Series concept gives some hope.... Like younger people today. All the same, no character... There is no need to show-off and scream with your look to show who you are... Automotive Design is the same. Michael Papas
Great in depth review AJ. Having owned the current X3 I have been looking forward to the new model, but must say I think the new Volvo XC60 gives the new X3 a run for it's money. Suppose it will all be down to the drive in the end to decide the true champion. Would make for a great competitive review one day, once the X3 is out to the public.
The Vehicle will also be built in the South Africa Roslyn plant from Q1 2018, which is the reason I will buy this over the Q5 or GLC. Very good review AJ, I convinced this is the right vehicle for me
The 2018 X3 is very close in size to the revered and venerable E-53 that I loved so much, I bought several of them. I wished they would have re-worked the tail lights better to give it a more classic look. The X3 M 40i will be the one to really seek after because of it's power, speed and dynamic road manners. One has to really review this in person to get a more accurate perspective. I'm looking at Porsche as well but they're so damn expensive even used.
Great review and congratulations on being the first in depth reviews.. Like the car just a few minor issues the front doesn't do it for me think it's the grill and the central air vents are not identical that would get my ocd crazy
The guy in the back during the test drive is laughing so that's how u can tell BMW still makes car that are fun that people from the back can have fun too
Great video AJ with review in dept in n out of the vehicle. Am using the current X3 in India. Will surely be looking forward to drive the new one. But there is a tough competition now with new Audi Q 5 and Volvo XC 60.
The car looks great. Not very revolutionist in terms of design but that keeps you feeling you're in a beamer No way the GLC and Q5 surpass the fun and dynamics of this X3. I'm in love with it before trying
Yup, I want a X3 40i Luxury line now. Almost bought a X3 35 In February, Glad I decided to keep my 535 another couple years. Now ill be able to find at a good deal on a X3 40i by end of next year. Nice Video.
Great info. AJ looked a little terrified during the drive test :> Would be interesting to see a direct comparison of the handling with the Jaguar F-Pace.
Very nice review my friend! Love the personal little tidbit at the end. It adds character and your own little flavor to the whole segment. For the most part, it pretty much answers most of my questions... (hence how you judge a good review) ;) I'm still trying to understand why the engine cutoff button is in such a not so "idiot proof" location? or maybe not make it so big???? P.S. - Would love for little quirks like how does a normal water bottle look while sitting in the center console and stuff like that. You would be surprised how many people has that as a go or no-go criteria. *** And yes, you guys have a new subscriber! :D
If I have to chose any of the 4-cylinder Germans, I'd go for the new Volvo models, all the way. The only case I'd buy the German trio over the Volvo, as if my budget could afford the 6-cylinder models and the xtras at the same time. NICE review, liked it a lot!
Could that have been the upside down shot about 10 minutes before the end of the video? The whole video made me smile, but this shot made me laugh out loud! As a BMW fan, I thought this was a great show, I really appreciate your long-form reviews. Keep up the great work!
I like Autogefühl for it's clear and detailed reviews. It's almost as good as a trip to the dealership. There are cringeworthy physical interactions with the vehicle around the 21:00 mark - quite rough, a slight refinement could more elegant and commensurate with the original style of the channel. Otherwise well done
I absolutely dig the new interior design and some of the exterior design. The spec sheet looks nice for a successor vehicle and it is probably going to be priced generously. Probably just 2 grand more than the current X3 (manufacturers always do this to new gen cars). Overall, BMW really did a good job... I would only want the kidney grills to be smaller lol.
Like this new x3. It's bigger, more muscular but only issue for me is the new headrest design very Subaru-like. It's possible I've outgrown the size so x5 might be my pick.
18:45 are you sure that the front seat was in his driving position? If that is the case, then the new X3 has far less space compared to old one. I'm 197cm and my wife, who is 172cm, can sit behind me in our F25.
Nice car! I wonder what the second-gen X4 will look like! Really rugged! And the M40i sounds sooo good, as heard @0:56! Its interior is a bit meh, especially that small trim piece around the central air vents! Looks like that in the 3/4 Series! I only have one observation: TwinPower Turbo engines don't necessarily have two turbos! This Straight-6 engine for example hasn't got twin-turbos! It has one turbocharger but it's a twin-scroll unit! ''TwinPower Turbo'' refers to this technology! Keep driving! :-D
Does this vehicle come with different 'versions' of interiors? From most review vids I saw the US version has slight differences on the AC/ignite/window buttons and the wheel spokes which don't look as luxury and high-end as the European version. But in your video there's a South Carolina plate on the car but the interior is just the same as the European version... A little confused..
those small differences can happen from time to time. Maybe you compare it with our driving review which was recorded a little later: ruclips.net/video/kUkZ0EOYrIg/видео.html
Good point, if somebody really wants a sporty SUV in this class Audi does the SQ5 which would be more sporty than the X3 on a track. The majority of people looking at an X3 or Q5 are really likely to want something with a desirable badge that's going to be comfortable on the road.
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So we want you to have all information that you need for a decision you later enjoy and like best yourself. In Summer 2017, Tesla motors has decided to be the first manufacturer to go all the way with sustainable seat materials, only offering fabric/cloth seats or leatherette seats in different colours. They have banned all real leather from the seating surface and at the steering wheel in the white trim or on demand. So Tesla shows where the industry will and must be heading, just like they went forward with electrification first. Check out our special video addressing car CEOs as a first summary and also see conditions of animal skin production: ruclips.net/video/LNSUzZXzpdc/видео.html List of practical reasons against animal skin seats: 1. animal skin seats are often sold as an expensive option, by going for base trim level seats you can save a lot of money and get a better price-performance-deal (often the manufacturers claim that animal leather is top of luxury because they can earn the best money with it) 2. animal skin seats get hot in summer and you stick to the seat, probably you need seat cooling 3. they get very cold in winter and you need seat heating 4. on cloth or microfibre surfaces, you basically don’t need seat heating nor cooling 5. animal skin seats wear out very fast and look like an old sofa 6. if you want leather look or need seats that can be wiped clean easier, the leatherette (faux leather) surfaces are meanwhile highly evolved and it is possible that it feels even softer and better than anything else (See our Tesla Model X review ruclips.net/video/y2wNGFKa4M0/видео.html) So Tesla shows a good example for that and as described, non-leather materials are now standard for ALL Tesla 7. More manufacturer names for their good alternatives: Mercedes MBTex/Artico for leatherette, Dinamica for microfibre. BMW Sensatec, Toyota Sof-Tex, Lexus Nu-Luxe (all faux leather) To the environmental reasons: 1. The way the cows and other intelligent and social animals are raised and held are not according to the basic values that we all share (also see videos below) 2. The factory farming industry can be accounted for at least 40 % of climate emissions and thus is (according to numerous sources you can look up) the number one reason for climate change and environmental destruction. It is the number one reason for deforestation, two thirds of all agricultural land on earth is used for growing animal food crops. If you would feed humans directly by using the agricultural land, you could produce much more food for everyone. See this interesting essay for more on climate emissions background: www.worldwatch.org/files/pdf/Livestock%20and%20Climate%20Change.pdf 3. It is not only cows who are suffering, but also the environment and to a big part also humans. Think of slavery-like working conditions in slaughterhouses (there are plenty of documentaries about this) or think of chemically altered drinking water in animal skin production villages as also seen in the video footage. 4. The discussion, for which body part the cow is killed first, is very patronizing. But if you really think it would be important why someone gets killed in first place: There are many productions where the cow is killed for the skin first, sometimes even while still being (part-)alive, the skin is the most profitable single part of the body. 5. So even if a cow gets theoretically killed for meat first, in every case you give additional money to an industry that relies on killing, pollutes the environment and harms people with chemicals. Let's say you are standing at the meat counter. And you ask for the leg of the cow. The butcher tells you: "You can eat that without worrying, the cow was slaughtered for the neck first". The next customer demands the neck. The butcher tells him: "It's not your fault, the cow was slaughtered for the belly". A the next customer demands the hide, what answer does he get? You see, that argument of "byproduct" comes from the meat and leather industry to cover up that you contribute to killing no matter which part of the body you buy. 6. To the often said argument, animal skin would just be a byproduct, please google/youtube "leather is not a byproduct" you will find plenty of information. A good overview on all those issues can also be found here: adaptt.org/ To “But leatherette is not sustainable due to petrochemical production” 1. Indeed some fabrics and micro fibres are oil based, however most oil is spent on energy production, heating and fuel. The share of oil used for artificial cloth etc. is very very small. 2. If you look at the whole production process, the leatherette is way more sustainable than the leather produce. 3. The best to-come solution are indeed plant-based materials like Pinatex (based on pineapple leaves) or new materials based on mycelia (roots of mushrooms) or other innovative natural products. That’s the future. More special video episodes: 1. A initial special video from Autogefühl considering the use of leather can be found here: ruclips.net/video/8f91KgbVbJQ/видео.html 2. And another one right here: ruclips.net/video/tMNgcLE0LDU/видео.html 3. Furthermore, you’ll find the footage of leather production also here, where people are walking in chemicals etc. and animals have to watch their friends being slaughtered in front of their eyes: ruclips.net/video/JipYvuDsI6s/видео.html timecode starting 27:46 4. This is another video which very well summarizes the torture of leather production, shots taken at big farms which directly produce for the automotive industry: ruclips.net/video/OgHs239bAnE/видео.html 5. Please note that those videos are made by well-known journalists and cameramen who were not influenced by any animal welfare organisation, they supply their footage to the animal rights groups of course. I partly know the creators of the video footage personally and they are all authentic. You don’t have to search long to find cruel production environments anyway. Manufacturers reactions: We started the very first inquiry years ago, with the result that car manufacturers do not reveal their sources of animal skin AT ALL. If it all would be clean and happening without harm, why don’t they show it to us whereas they are showing us every other detail of their products? They have good reason not to, because there is no such thing as a clean animal skin production without harming cows, humans and the environment. The only thing a manufacturer can do is increase their effort for a better future, and we are helping with in-depth talks and interviews by presenting the increasing customer demand for sustainable luxury. Tesla was the first one to react in a major way now. So meanwhile, we more often also get feedback that a lot of manufacturers are working on leather-free interiors and are aware of the situation. E.g. Bentley, Mini and Kia have started vegan car interior programmes. Besides Tesla, Mercedes already shows major choices for sustainable interiors, you always have to pay attention to the details when ordering, of course - and we are happy to give advice. However, much has to be done still and the Autogefuehl community is massively helping in boosting the positive change! Help to raise awareness on this subject. Thanks!
Quite note for Autogefuhl and your preference for artificial skin leather. As considerate it is for animal, do not omit the fact that animal skin is a waste of food industry. The leather industry is actually a way to use the food industry waste. Moreover actual leather spec as a material are by far better than artificial leather.
That's actually not true, since there are farms that produce for leather to keep up certain quality grades. Also, even if both leather and meat are being used in other cases, it doesnt really matter why you kill in the first place, if you were killed, would it later matter for which exact body part you were killed? By buying leather, you give money to an industry which is making money by killing sentient, social and friendly living beings who have done no harm to anyone. We dont think that this part should belong in a car, so we inform customers which other choices they have.
From the side it looks really like the new xc60. Think this one is much better good looking. But if they are really using plastic to look like aluminium im out. compared to the xc60 it looses alot of the premium feel and still there is a button for everything. VOLVO has got it, one huge screen and couple of buttons below.
Man! That white X3! I wished "we" in the states could get that car! A X3 30d! A 3.0 liter diesel is perfect for me! Yet...I don't care for that out of place dark gray lower exhaust panel.
B.S I have to agree. I think the new X3 bears a stronger similarly in looks to the X1 which isn't too bad, also because the X5 looks a little mini-vanish. That is why I think BMW is working another X5 design sooner than scheduled. It will be interesting to see how the re-worked design looks when it hits the showrooms.
First time saw it, didnt like it much. But the design has grown on me. Still think the front headlamps should point downwards for a meaner stance. The upward slant looks too much like the mug of the 1 Series hatch, which i don't fancy much. Good job by BMW here. Should give the GLC, Q5 and XC60 a run for their money.
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Enjoy a very special documentary about the all-new BMW X3 with AJ! Exterior, Interior and also along side riding onroad and a great offroad course!
Compare the Mercedes GLC: ruclips.net/video/K5_FWSq6bzI/видео.html
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will you be doing the 2019 BMW X4 when it comes out??? your review of this vehicle was excellent, unfortunately, i'm waiting on the X4...... let me know!!!!
You say you don't mean to repeat yourself but you did. Everyone knows you don't like real leather. Get over it already. Otherwise, good review.
This review should be the greatest of all the reviews about cars in the entire RUclips and Tv shows. Really nice work.
+Selami Dursun thanks !
Wow you guys are among the first to preview this vehicle. Great job. Car looks really good
+lapirk join us for more!
Absolutely love your reviews. Quality both for picture and sound and content is very clear and clean. I certainly get a lot of info unlike the entertainment we get these day with no substance. Thank you.
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Cracking review, very funny watching AJ continuing giving his interview while getting thrown around the bends on the track, top job!
hah yes =)
One of the best reports that I've seen of almost anything, anywhere!
appreciated!!
This is what I call a review.
+minibus1351 thanks a lot!
Great video AJ and the team. I really enjoyed that even though it's not the type of car I would personally buy. So interesting to see it on the track and off road, great interviews and a really cool personal story as well.
thanks Chris !!!
They did a pretty interesting modern design rework on this model. Great review AJ! Also cool music choices
appreciated!
Really beautiful car and great review! I just got the new q5 and all of the competition is so good in this segment
thanks phillip!
I have learned a lot from the designer who is in charge of X3 design today. The guy gave important details about the design.
@Autogefuhl
Hello and congratulations on an in-depth (p)review of the new X3.
I happen to be an owner of an E83 X3.
BMW brought to the people the medium SUV segment back then with the introduction of this model.
Pierre Leclercq took BMW to another level with the designs of the E70 X5 and E71 X6, along back then with the newly introduced 6 series coupe.
Aggressive, sporty, bulky and head-turning presence, screaming speed, sleek silhouettes, minimal and clean headlights and taillights, amazing wheels....
After that, the F-Series platform models (X3/X5/X6) became too ..."mainstream". Oversized grills lifted up, oversized headlights and taillights with floating lines, boxy silhouettes that dont flow nicely....
This continues with the new X3 G-platform....
The positive thing is the exceptional engineering, dramatically upgraded interior in terms of everything. Quality, materials, features, options, practicality, options,...the M Performance and X3M model introduction, brakes upgrade and more...
But the exterior, no....
Current design language must change... The new 8-Series concept gives some hope....
Like younger people today. All the same, no character... There is no need to show-off and scream with your look to show who you are...
Automotive Design is the same.
Michael Papas
+Michael Papas thanks for the feedback Michael!
AJ you've improved a lot with your review! keep going bro!
appreciated !
Great in depth review AJ. Having owned the current X3 I have been looking forward to the new model, but must say I think the new Volvo XC60 gives the new X3 a run for it's money. Suppose it will all be down to the drive in the end to decide the true champion. Would make for a great competitive review one day, once the X3 is out to the public.
thanks for watching, appreciated!
Eric Hahn and of course with new Audi q5 and Alfa Romeo Stelvio maybe ;)
I'm also choosing between x3 and xc60. Hard choice. While xc60 is little bit cheaper, x3 can be good when you trade in to other model in a future
Great review, Ajay. keep 'em coming!!
thanks for the support !
Great review as usual from autogefuhl. Really looking forward to this car!
thanks !!
Great review A.J... I enjoyed every second of it... 👍
awesome =)
Great video, very comprehensive, excellent job. I can't wait for the production car drive review.
thanks pal !
I like this guy and noticeable change of this channel. ]
Well done!
appreciated! And be sure to activate the notifications that you see every new review!
The Vehicle will also be built in the South Africa Roslyn plant from Q1 2018, which is the reason I will buy this over the Q5 or GLC. Very good review AJ, I convinced this is the right vehicle for me
thanks and enjoy! Remember to go for fabric, alcantara or sensatec seats
FINALLY A 2018 X3 review! At around 17:34 I'm pretty sure the moonroof opens more if you just pull the button back again.
This looks beautiful the best small SUV on the market now, I can't wait to see the regular versions to see what a base SE car would look like
Getting better, AJ!
Loved your memory lane story about the plant and your dad.
+SinCityAMG :)
The 2018 X3 is very close in size to the revered and venerable E-53 that I loved so much, I bought several of them. I wished they would have re-worked the tail lights better to give it a more classic look. The X3 M 40i will be the one to really seek after because of it's power, speed and dynamic road manners. One has to really review this in person to get a more accurate perspective. I'm looking at Porsche as well but they're so damn expensive even used.
Great review and congratulations on being the first in depth reviews.. Like the car just a few minor issues the front doesn't do it for me think it's the grill and the central air vents are not identical that would get my ocd crazy
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The guy in the back during the test drive is laughing so that's how u can tell BMW still makes car that are fun that people from the back can have fun too
big THUMBS UP for this video and for BMW!!
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excellent work aj
+ozzycarnut 👍👍
Great video AJ with review in dept in n out of the vehicle. Am using the current X3 in India. Will surely be looking forward to drive the new one. But there is a tough competition now with new Audi Q 5 and Volvo XC 60.
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Great review, thanks...It was funny to see your face on the track, jajaja !
The car looks great. Not very revolutionist in terms of design but that keeps you feeling you're in a beamer
No way the GLC and Q5 surpass the fun and dynamics of this X3. I'm in love with it before trying
It looks more sharp with fluidity and more efficient than the predecessor.
Yup, I want a X3 40i Luxury line now. Almost bought a X3 35 In February, Glad I decided to keep my 535 another couple years. Now ill be able to find at a good deal on a X3 40i by end of next year. Nice Video.
thanks! try to consider animal skin alternative when ordering!
Great info. AJ looked a little terrified during the drive test :> Would be interesting to see a direct comparison of the handling with the Jaguar F-Pace.
Great review! Keep it up!
thanks keep joining us!
great video!
Very thorough! Thank you.
thanks for sharing your story at the end 🙂
thanks for watching, appreciated!
I do like how his corrects his pronunciation of the word "Aluminium' - when he actually said it correctly.
I want it! ) Thanks for the review!
+Дмитрий Вилков 👌
Nice review Ajay!
Still gonna get a Macan with an all non leather interior (alcantara steering wheel and shifter and seats)
+nvkulk sounds great :)
Great review
+B Y thanks buddy
Best report very in details
Very nice review my friend! Love the personal little tidbit at the end. It adds character and your own little flavor to the whole segment.
For the most part, it pretty much answers most of my questions... (hence how you judge a good review) ;)
I'm still trying to understand why the engine cutoff button is in such a not so "idiot proof" location? or maybe not make it so big????
P.S. -
Would love for little quirks like how does a normal water bottle look while sitting in the center console and stuff like that. You would be surprised how many people has that as a go or no-go criteria.
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thanks, great to have u here now ! =)
If I have to chose any of the 4-cylinder Germans, I'd go for the new Volvo models, all the way.
The only case I'd buy the German trio over the Volvo, as if my budget could afford the 6-cylinder models and the xtras at the same time.
NICE review, liked it a lot!
+András Balázs thanks!!
increíble review saludos desde peru
thanks for watching, appreciated!
Great video :-)
great video
Very good job Bro'!
+Autohub 👍👍
Jonas put one very brief easter egg picture error in the review - who found it? =)
Could that have been the upside down shot about 10 minutes before the end of the video? The whole video made me smile, but this shot made me laugh out loud! As a BMW fan, I thought this was a great show, I really appreciate your long-form reviews. Keep up the great work!
I like Autogefühl for it's clear and detailed reviews. It's almost as good as a trip to the dealership.
There are cringeworthy physical interactions with the vehicle around the 21:00 mark - quite rough, a slight refinement could more elegant and commensurate with the original style of the channel. Otherwise well done
thanks, make sure you have your notifications for the channel activated that you dont miss any review! :)
I wonder why BMW removed the option to lock the doors from the front passenger seat... the older X3/X4 have it. Any ideas?
I absolutely dig the new interior design and some of the exterior design. The spec sheet looks nice for a successor vehicle and it is probably going to be priced generously. Probably just 2 grand more than the current X3 (manufacturers always do this to new gen cars). Overall, BMW really did a good job... I would only want the kidney grills to be smaller lol.
very top video !
+Pierre M thank you buddy
Looks a lot like 1 series. Definitely better looking than old one.
X-tra special to hear the details from the designer himself
We always try that when we get the opportunity :)
Like this new x3. It's bigger, more muscular but only issue for me is the new headrest design very Subaru-like. It's possible I've outgrown the size so x5 might be my pick.
40:20 donald trump voice 😁😁😁
hahha
lolzzz ! Yea ...
Ayouni Reda WTF o.O
Splendid observation
Lol!!
Thank you BMW for Real Exhausts. Do not, ever, change.
Love the x3 already what's not to like
18:45 are you sure that the front seat was in his driving position? If that is the case, then the new X3 has far less space compared to old one.
I'm 197cm and my wife, who is 172cm, can sit behind me in our F25.
The headlights look similar to the ones of the 1 series pre-LCI.
Nice job.
thanks for watching, appreciated!
They're making the X3 M too!!
Very nice! grown up X3 :)
Thomas, I'm looking forward to the XC60 review :-) :-)
coming very soon!
See the all-new XC60 review: ruclips.net/video/EO51oLAjl4E/видео.html
Nice car! I wonder what the second-gen X4 will look like! Really rugged! And the M40i sounds sooo good, as heard @0:56!
Its interior is a bit meh, especially that small trim piece around the central air vents! Looks like that in the 3/4 Series!
I only have one observation: TwinPower Turbo engines don't necessarily have two turbos! This Straight-6 engine for example hasn't got twin-turbos! It has one turbocharger but it's a twin-scroll unit! ''TwinPower Turbo'' refers to this technology!
Keep driving! :-D
+MafiosoItaliano458 true :)
i love this video! What is the name of the interior color ?
AJ must love Jaguar, because they use *AJ* V8 engines :)
The front doesn't look very sporty, but rest is very nice I really like this new X3
PLEASE make a BMW Z4 video Thomas!
All i can say....damn i want one
Hey! Great colors. What gear did you use? What camera was used to shoot this?
can rear seats be adjusted (inclined to a preferable position)? If not this is crappy design.
Dual exhaust does make a car looks for aggressive and more powerful
Why the engine sounds unstable when you reviewing the dashboard?
It's like going to die then go back up!
Really weird fir new car.
Does this vehicle come with different 'versions' of interiors? From most review vids I saw the US version has slight differences on the AC/ignite/window buttons and the wheel spokes which don't look as luxury and high-end as the European version. But in your video there's a South Carolina plate on the car but the interior is just the same as the European version... A little confused..
those small differences can happen from time to time. Maybe you compare it with our driving review which was recorded a little later: ruclips.net/video/kUkZ0EOYrIg/видео.html
The back seats seem surprisingly cramped and small compared to rivals. Doesn't seem like it would work for families.
10:15 wait you're saying, there's a indicator in that car?
How is the interior build quality of this car in comparison with the Q5?
Compare our Q5 reviews: ruclips.net/user/results?search_query=autogefuehl+q5
Didn’t like this report so much. I think the reports from Thomas are the best!
Beautiful car! But how old is that exterior designer? He looks like a teenager!
A bit tense there during the test drive at 4:50 lol
It looks new, the front looks good, but really can't think of any sensible reason why you'd choose one instead of an Audi Q5.
Good point, if somebody really wants a sporty SUV in this class Audi does the SQ5 which would be more sporty than the X3 on a track. The majority of people looking at an X3 or Q5 are really likely to want something with a desirable badge that's going to be comfortable on the road.
22:25 it is single turbo , not twin
Great review - I enjoyed it. You guys presumably wear leather belts and shoes, maybe even eat meat, but no go on the leather in cars?!?!
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We have researched this issue for many years now so please take your time to go through our extensive resources stated below as they answer every single question we have yet received concerning this matter.
At Autogefühl, we have already received several thousands (!) comments, messages and mails that more and more people want to combine enjoying their car with reducing the environmental impact at the same time. We believe that sustainable luxury is possible or at least we should do everything to support that. Those many thousand people confirming this trend, motivate us to give you the most authentic information and background on the product parts. It is not about what you bought in the past, and it is not about blaming anyone, it is about what you decide in the future and what you can decide and influence as a customer. So we want you to have all information that you need for a decision you later enjoy and like best yourself.
In Summer 2017, Tesla motors has decided to be the first manufacturer to go all the way with sustainable seat materials, only offering fabric/cloth seats or leatherette seats in different colours. They have banned all real leather from the seating surface and at the steering wheel in the white trim or on demand. So Tesla shows where the industry will and must be heading, just like they went forward with electrification first.
Check out our special video addressing car CEOs as a first summary and also see conditions of animal skin production:
ruclips.net/video/LNSUzZXzpdc/видео.html
List of practical reasons against animal skin seats:
1. animal skin seats are often sold as an expensive option, by going for base trim level seats you can save a lot of money and get a better price-performance-deal (often the manufacturers claim that animal leather is top of luxury because they can earn the best money with it)
2. animal skin seats get hot in summer and you stick to the seat, probably you need seat cooling
3. they get very cold in winter and you need seat heating
4. on cloth or microfibre surfaces, you basically don’t need seat heating nor cooling
5. animal skin seats wear out very fast and look like an old sofa
6. if you want leather look or need seats that can be wiped clean easier, the leatherette (faux leather) surfaces are meanwhile highly evolved and it is possible that it feels even softer and better than anything else (See our Tesla Model X review ruclips.net/video/y2wNGFKa4M0/видео.html) So Tesla shows a good example for that and as described, non-leather materials are now standard for ALL Tesla
7. More manufacturer names for their good alternatives: Mercedes MBTex/Artico for leatherette, Dinamica for microfibre. BMW Sensatec, Toyota Sof-Tex, Lexus Nu-Luxe (all faux leather)
To the environmental reasons:
1. The way the cows and other intelligent and social animals are raised and held are not according to the basic values that we all share (also see videos below)
2. The factory farming industry can be accounted for at least 40 % of climate emissions and thus is (according to numerous sources you can look up) the number one reason for climate change and environmental destruction. It is the number one reason for deforestation, two thirds of all agricultural land on earth is used for growing animal food crops. If you would feed humans directly by using the agricultural land, you could produce much more food for everyone. See this interesting essay for more on climate emissions background: www.worldwatch.org/files/pdf/Livestock%20and%20Climate%20Change.pdf
3. It is not only cows who are suffering, but also the environment and to a big part also humans. Think of slavery-like working conditions in slaughterhouses (there are plenty of documentaries about this) or think of chemically altered drinking water in animal skin production villages as also seen in the video footage.
4. The discussion, for which body part the cow is killed first, is very patronizing. But if you really think it would be important why someone gets killed in first place: There are many productions where the cow is killed for the skin first, sometimes even while still being (part-)alive, the skin is the most profitable single part of the body.
5. So even if a cow gets theoretically killed for meat first, in every case you give additional money to an industry that relies on killing, pollutes the environment and harms people with chemicals. Let's say you are standing at the meat counter. And you ask for the leg of the cow. The butcher tells you: "You can eat that without worrying, the cow was slaughtered for the neck first". The next customer demands the neck. The butcher tells him: "It's not your fault, the cow was slaughtered for the belly". A the next customer demands the hide, what answer does he get? You see, that argument of "byproduct" comes from the meat and leather industry to cover up that you contribute to killing no matter which part of the body you buy.
6. To the often said argument, animal skin would just be a byproduct, please google/youtube "leather is not a byproduct" you will find plenty of information. A good overview on all those issues can also be found here: adaptt.org/
To “But leatherette is not sustainable due to petrochemical production”
1. Indeed some fabrics and micro fibres are oil based, however most oil is spent on energy production, heating and fuel. The share of oil used for artificial cloth etc. is very very small.
2. If you look at the whole production process, the leatherette is way more sustainable than the leather produce.
3. The best to-come solution are indeed plant-based materials like Pinatex (based on pineapple leaves) or new materials based on mycelia (roots of mushrooms) or other innovative natural products. That’s the future.
More special video episodes:
1. A initial special video from Autogefühl considering the use of leather can be found here: ruclips.net/video/8f91KgbVbJQ/видео.html
2. And another one right here: ruclips.net/video/tMNgcLE0LDU/видео.html
3. Furthermore, you’ll find the footage of leather production also here, where people are walking in chemicals etc. and animals have to watch their friends being slaughtered in front of their eyes: ruclips.net/video/JipYvuDsI6s/видео.html
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4. This is another video which very well summarizes the torture of leather production, shots taken at big farms which directly produce for the automotive industry: ruclips.net/video/OgHs239bAnE/видео.html
5. Please note that those videos are made by well-known journalists and cameramen who were not influenced by any animal welfare organisation, they supply their footage to the animal rights groups of course. I partly know the creators of the video footage personally and they are all authentic. You don’t have to search long to find cruel production environments anyway.
Manufacturers reactions:
We started the very first inquiry years ago, with the result that car manufacturers do not reveal their sources of animal skin AT ALL. If it all would be clean and happening without harm, why don’t they show it to us whereas they are showing us every other detail of their products? They have good reason not to, because there is no such thing as a clean animal skin production without harming cows, humans and the environment. The only thing a manufacturer can do is increase their effort for a better future, and we are helping with in-depth talks and interviews by presenting the increasing customer demand for sustainable luxury. Tesla was the first one to react in a major way now.
So meanwhile, we more often also get feedback that a lot of manufacturers are working on leather-free interiors and are aware of the situation. E.g. Bentley, Mini and Kia have started vegan car interior programmes. Besides Tesla, Mercedes already shows major choices for sustainable interiors, you always have to pay attention to the details when ordering, of course - and we are happy to give advice. However, much has to be done still and the Autogefuehl community is massively helping in boosting the positive change!
Help to raise awareness on this subject. Thanks!
Quite note for Autogefuhl and your preference for artificial skin leather. As considerate it is for animal, do not omit the fact that animal skin is a waste of food industry. The leather industry is actually a way to use the food industry waste. Moreover actual leather spec as a material are by far better than artificial leather.
That's actually not true, since there are farms that produce for leather to keep up certain quality grades. Also, even if both leather and meat are being used in other cases, it doesnt really matter why you kill in the first place, if you were killed, would it later matter for which exact body part you were killed? By buying leather, you give money to an industry which is making money by killing sentient, social and friendly living beings who have done no harm to anyone. We dont think that this part should belong in a car, so we inform customers which other choices they have.
D'you know how much this and the basic edition 'll cost?
Base is like 50k+ around the 50k
From the side it looks really like the new xc60. Think this one is much better good looking.
But if they are really using plastic to look like aluminium im out. compared to the xc60 it looses alot of the premium feel and still there is a button for everything. VOLVO has got it, one huge screen and couple of buttons below.
See the all-new XC60 review: ruclips.net/video/EO51oLAjl4E/видео.html
Did they COPY 2018 Mazda CX-5 in some part ?
Man! That white X3! I wished "we" in the states could get that car! A X3 30d! A 3.0 liter diesel is perfect for me! Yet...I don't care for that out of place dark gray lower exhaust panel.
Brumm Brumm - haha - gibts den auch als Hybrid?
noch nicht, aber die Technologie wäre da, könnte mir gut vorstellen,dass das noch kommt
I wished the USA could get the really cool cars that the rest of the world get! (sad) I wonder if this is a mid-cycle update?
The boot looks like the BMW X1, doesn't it?
B.S I have to agree. I think the new X3 bears a stronger similarly in looks to the X1 which isn't too bad, also because the X5 looks a little mini-vanish. That is why I think BMW is working another X5 design sooner than scheduled. It will be interesting to see how the re-worked design looks when it hits the showrooms.
Look just like the x5
sounds better than the m3
Front looks cool, except the shape of the headlights.
I agree, would look so much cleaner and sleeker if the headlights connected to the grilles, such as in the 3 series and 5 series
First time saw it, didnt like it much. But the design has grown on me. Still think the front headlamps should point downwards for a meaner stance. The upward slant looks too much like the mug of the 1 Series hatch, which i don't fancy much. Good job by BMW here. Should give the GLC, Q5 and XC60 a run for their money.
See the all-new XC60 review: ruclips.net/video/EO51oLAjl4E/видео.html
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