BMW X3 is the best in the class. Loved her enthusiasm, would have appreciated more details on the interior finishes. She was driving a base model. Higher end models have fully digital cockpits, seat ventilation, heads up display, large panoramic glass roof, adaptive LED lights, reclining rear seats, self driving approx 1 min and auto park etc. X3 uses outgoing luxury features of the higher 5 & 7 sedans which separates them from the competition.
tracerit exactly the same thing I was thinking to myself Every single car has badges and logos on the hood or grille Come on Lyn you’re better than that I think
I'm car shopping right now and this is one of the vehicles I'm looking at. It is by far the best vehicle I've test driven, my only hesitation is I've read that maintenance for these are really expensive. Even just the basic check ups can get pricey. Does anyone have any more info on this?
Hey guys peasant user here, is connectivity really a big deal for you? I mean, google auto or apple airplay is available on your phone. You could simply install it and then mount the phone on your dash and connect to head unit through bluetooth.
The only issue I have is that at 6:54 or so, it's incorrectly mentioned that it's "...a luxurious German import..." which it isn't, since this is made in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Otherwise, nice overview. It really should be mentioned that the Sport mode is pretty amazing and changes the entire car's character.
@@Val_Cosmos oh that's not good to hear, I'm going to test drive the x3 soon, I think the macan is out of my list cuz I think there is too much stuff inside and no space to store personal stuff. Hopefully the x3 drives pretty well
Alot to like here. I do wish the interior had a bit more contrast to it and the 40i wasn't almost 60k but the RWD dynamics are appreciated in a segment where manufactures are cheaping out. Very nice vehicle overall
Gaypex Legend unless you’ve actually owned one I wouldn’t listen to you. I had to trade off my 2014 X3 M sport xdrive too many issues. The electronics kept on breaking. Headlights went off on me driving at night, air condition failed, this one time it wouldn’t start, I could go on. And I was still at 30k miles
Lyn kind of looks like a grown-up Goldilocks! The SUV and review are excellent though... Wish I had $45,000 for this kind of vehicle, many in my community do though.
Great review as always. I was looking at the Volvo, but thinking about the Beemer. The fact that I can't get Android Auto for my phone is a strong push towards the Volvo. I know that's kind of a nit pick, but I use my phone for work and personal. I'm not going to change to an iPhone to suit my car.
@@adriangarza6452 I doubt that the typical piano black trim in a given car is wood. I just had a rental Camry for a week (while visiting friends for the holidays), and the piano black trim looked 100% dusty after about a day. I am glad my personal vehicle doesn't actually have it.
Rigid just means that the body structure is stiff and resists vibrations. Stiff = comfortable. You don't want the bones of your car to be too flexible, or else the whole structure will wobble when you hit bumps. The body structure is also separate from the suspension. Take the Lexus LC 500 for example. Lexus claims it's the most rigid car they have ever built, including the LFA, but no one would say the suspension is the most stiff ever. Suspension is a separate thing. The stiffer the body, the more the car can rely on the suspension to absorb the impacts, thus smoothing out the ride.
@Mario Torrez Quant - younger buyers will turn away from crossovers because it reminds them of their parents and grandparents. Then again, younger people aren’t interested in owning cars it seems.
Some sloppy mistakes in your video. Like the dashboard you were showing is NOT the optional full digital one, as you stated. Also, when talking about the M40i, the pictures show were of the basic X3 with the sport package. The M40i does not have the aluminum side skirts, but has body color bulges. So fun video, but sloppy on facts.
The cutesy stuff lightened the mood.. at the expense of clarity. Were you actually saying Android Auto is not available, in which case you'd be wrong; only the wireless version is not available.
The BMW have Better driving dynamics , also is rear wheel drive ,even the Awd version is rear wheel drive biased, better quality materials .inside and outside is a nicest car, and you can get more quality girls at the beach..other than that ,just the badge 😂😂😂😂😂
Surprising that Lexus offers standard V6 on RX, but BMW doesn't on X3. Lexus may not be known as a driver's car, but the RX V6 is quite powerful indeed.
Ilipan The X5 just added the third row in the 2019 model, it can compete with the RX long wheels (RX-L) and also the GLE from Mercedes as you mentioned
I don't find the RX "powerful", but it is peppy enough for most people I guess. It has more power than my IS 300 but is slower 0-60. Besides it's a lot bigger than the X3 and is more of an X5 competitor.
Positivity by Zhixi the Cadillac XT5 or 4 and Lincoln’s MKC or Nautilus are just as good as these. The problem is reviewers only care about the imports.
Those halo daytime running lights are so dated. In my opinion it lowers the aggressiveness and desire for one lol. Wish the hexagon style was standard and a tad bit bigger kidney grille! Oh and full digital display like the X5
Umm...the wood is real. It's coated in acryllic but it's still actual wood.
BMW X3 is the best in the class. Loved her enthusiasm, would have appreciated more details on the interior finishes. She was driving a base model. Higher end models have fully digital cockpits, seat ventilation, heads up display, large panoramic glass roof, adaptive LED lights, reclining rear seats, self driving approx 1 min and auto park etc. X3 uses outgoing luxury features of the higher 5 & 7 sedans which separates them from the competition.
Legend says she is still saying "It is there.. It is there.. It is there... to this day.
Nicholas Failla
Doug DeMuro?
That part was a stretch. Of course there will be logos and badges on the outside
tracerit exactly the same thing I was thinking to myself
Every single car has badges and logos on the hood or grille
Come on Lyn you’re better than that
I think
BMW does sort of push it. I ordered a kit to swap my roundels from standard blue/white to carbon fiber/white. The kit included over 20 roundels.
The color on this model looks pretty nice.
Jordan Catcher agreed. If it aint white, it aint right.
Are we still talking about the car?
Every car looks better if is black outside and white inside.
Jordan Catcher b/
BTW... It's not twin-turbo but twin-scroll single turbo.
its a woman thing, no matter how many times they read it, it will always be twin turbo
You are very entertaining with amazing review talent.
I love this channel because of the realistic, dry, sarcastic tone.
Relates to the deflated expectation KBB gives for our car estimates
5 years later best car I’ve ever owned
Hilarious and informative car reviews are rare… helped me with this purchase more than most 😆 👏🏾
The extra badges are just for me!
I’ve been driving the same car for almost 6 years and I constantly forget what I drive 😂
Finally the X3 looks nice. And not any cheap noticeable cheap pieces.
I'm car shopping right now and this is one of the vehicles I'm looking at. It is by far the best vehicle I've test driven, my only hesitation is I've read that maintenance for these are really expensive. Even just the basic check ups can get pricey. Does anyone have any more info on this?
Did you end up purchasing this vehicle? I’m looking into getting one also
@@lc0590713I bought one yesterday! Really good xp here in Southern Canada. Can’t wait to drive around when winter hits.
Certified is the way to go
BMW uses real wood, not fake wood. IIRC, you can get 2 versions of polished wood, matte wood, or aluminum trim on the X3’s interior.
exactly
BMW has said "nein " to Android Auto.
Next year
How do you say next year in German?
Billy Sou and that decision is so stupid. I can't even understand why
Hey guys peasant user here, is connectivity really a big deal for you? I mean, google auto or apple airplay is available on your phone. You could simply install it and then mount the phone on your dash and connect to head unit through bluetooth.
Zeldasergou maybe because android sucks
Great review, as always, Lyn! Decimal joke was top notch.
Other than the mistake about it being twin turbo and being fake wood (it’s real actually), this was actually a great, quick, comprehensive review!
the color on this car is amazing, wow. 😍😍😍
Yupp, especially when you sit in it. Just bought this exact model & color scheme tonight. Pick it up tomorrow! Happy customer!
Why does piano black get praised in the BMW and criticized in other cars? Just curious
The only issue I have is that at 6:54 or so, it's incorrectly mentioned that it's "...a luxurious German import..." which it isn't, since this is made in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Otherwise, nice overview. It really should be mentioned that the Sport mode is pretty amazing and changes the entire car's character.
happy new years kbb is the only car videos i watch most of the time
I'm torn between Porsche maccan, BMW x3 and the jaguar F pace portfolio. Need some opinions please
I rented F-pace and drove around for a week in Florida. It looks nice but drives dull and is uncomfortable for the elbow support.
@@Val_Cosmos oh that's not good to hear, I'm going to test drive the x3 soon, I think the macan is out of my list cuz I think there is too much stuff inside and no space to store personal stuff. Hopefully the x3 drives pretty well
BMW X3 xdive
@@gabyd5662 buddy i think you're 5 years late for the reply . Thanks though i already went for the x3
This is my loaner vehicle. I want it now . I drive the m235i but doesnt feel close as luxurious as this
I love it.
Did you end up buying on of these?
Good review but how did you guys manage to not get your hands on an m40i aswell? Now people think they look the same...
Alot to like here. I do wish the interior had a bit more contrast to it and the 40i wasn't almost 60k but the RWD dynamics are appreciated in a segment where manufactures are cheaping out. Very nice vehicle overall
@ 4:15 Was that a rattling sound from that cabin of a luxury SUV or I'm I hearing things wrongly?
Well she was driving on dirt and rocks...you'd expect that...
I have a 2019 and that was defininately not the vehicle making that noise. Most likely the camera mount. It's a solid vehicle
BMW upped their game on this truck k. The interior is beautiful and the exterior completes with the X5. I love it
Great Review Lyn!!! Very entertaining
Aside from some of the misinformation, I love the quips this presenter has! Lot's of charisma. Keep it up.
4:40 that's not an intake. It's a fender vent that relieves built-up air pressure from the wheel arches
Absolute rubbish, its Fake!
You all have to review the 2019 Chevy Blazer FWD/AWD at least the LT models.... they already released
Does 2023-4 look smaller or it is just my eyes
happy new year KBB! love from manila!
Happy New Year💚 to KBB and everyone reading this comment💙 wishing you a beautiful and successful year ahead💛
Why are there sometimes these plastic half circles around the digital display and sometimes not ? What affects it ?
Terrific vehicle. Excellent and fun review. Thanks.
This looks reliable af
A twin-turbo BMW engine: it screams “buy and hold for a decade” 💀
I’d had enough issues from my 2014 X3, had to trade it in
May look reliable but heck it’s a bmw.
Bmw is up there with Honda and Toyota in reliability. Have fun in your honda pilot lol
Gaypex Legend unless you’ve actually owned one I wouldn’t listen to you. I had to trade off my 2014 X3 M sport xdrive too many issues. The electronics kept on breaking. Headlights went off on me driving at night, air condition failed, this one time it wouldn’t start, I could go on. And I was still at 30k miles
From the same company that is introducing the hideous X7...X3 is half the price, and twice as good looking.
btw, the X3 does not offer 'fake' wood, looks like your vehicle had the oak trim level
There’s a surprising number of cars in this segment. I think my fav would be the BMW
are you going to make a video on the new bmw i next
Great review!
Lyn kind of looks like a grown-up Goldilocks! The SUV and review are excellent though...
Wish I had $45,000 for this kind of vehicle, many in my community do though.
Great review as always. I was looking at the Volvo, but thinking about the Beemer. The fact that I can't get Android Auto for my phone is a strong push towards the Volvo. I know that's kind of a nit pick, but I use my phone for work and personal. I'm not going to change to an iPhone to suit my car.
Just plug it in like everyone else with Android
1:00 there’s nothing luxurious about piano black plastic... absolutely hate it.
sᴀᴍɪᴜʀ ʀᴀʜᴍᴀɴ piano black is apparently polished wood, but I agree, I don’t like it, it scratches too easily
@@adriangarza6452 I doubt that the typical piano black trim in a given car is wood.
I just had a rental Camry for a week (while visiting friends for the holidays), and the piano black trim looked 100% dusty after about a day. I am glad my personal vehicle doesn't actually have it.
You are like pro - narrative very nice and engaged.
Clearly the leading vehicle in its' category, nothing comes close.
is it true that the X3 is considered a "girl car"? I just got one and am shocked to hear some people say this
It looks like class. ☺️
Thanks a lot for video! The great car !
Is it brown or it is green? :D Also why would you put your feet up on the transmission tunnel?
It's "sparking brown metallic" - available for X1 too.
@@jamesnelson5676 Thank you
Happy new year kbb🍾🥂
Did she say German import at the end of the video? I thought only X1/X2 were
Good thing is that they brought x1 design model. The old model was looking aweful.
1:14 my cat when i don't give him food XD
Looks like every other model year/X.
eblake626
Just by that statement, I don’t even need to assume you’re not a car person.
I can conclude you’re not a car person as a fact.
no way,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,never ever try to put Velar in this category,,,,,,,based on what did you do that? price? size? options? name?.....
Love the new X3 design
How how good, reliable and longivity of that turbo 4cylinder?
It’s rigid but firm? Then rigid but comfortable?
Rigid just means that the body structure is stiff and resists vibrations. Stiff = comfortable. You don't want the bones of your car to be too flexible, or else the whole structure will wobble when you hit bumps.
The body structure is also separate from the suspension. Take the Lexus LC 500 for example. Lexus claims it's the most rigid car they have ever built, including the LFA, but no one would say the suspension is the most stiff ever. Suspension is a separate thing. The stiffer the body, the more the car can rely on the suspension to absorb the impacts, thus smoothing out the ride.
Still would get the RDX and SH-AWD. Much better deal.
Goodluck with that haa
That is a 2018 model. 2019 X3 badging should be on the bottom part of the lift gate.
The SUV market is overcrowed, we`ll see when the trend is gone, what type of vehicle will prevail
@Mario Torrez Quant - younger buyers will turn away from crossovers because it reminds them of their parents and grandparents. Then again, younger people aren’t interested in owning cars it seems.
Hardly a trend. its a shift in what consumers want.
Some sloppy mistakes in your video. Like the dashboard you were showing is NOT the optional full digital one, as you stated. Also, when talking about the M40i, the pictures show were of the basic X3 with the sport package. The M40i does not have the aluminum side skirts, but has body color bulges. So fun video, but sloppy on facts.
Wait the wood is fake?
Why does this video have no background music ???
@Joshua Jacob Yea your right. They reduced the volume.
The Ultimate Mall Crawling Machine.
Perfect SUV..
The cutesy stuff lightened the mood.. at the expense of clarity. Were you actually saying Android Auto is not available, in which case you'd be wrong; only the wireless version is not available.
Compact SUV? It's bigger than the first X5.
HA HA, this was good, Lynn has really come into her own. There is always the X0 option, you can never rule that out.
She is beautiful, hope she does modeling for Lowriders.
"Rigid but comfortable"-That's what she said.
The wood isn’t fake. At least not in my Z4... otherwise it wouldn’t fade or crack
i drove the new X3 yesterday with the full Digital Instruments, i dont like the digital Instruments in this video :(
Audi SQ5 is my choice with plenty of after market parts just like an APR power chip that increase hp from to 354 to 433.
I’m waiting for a bmw X8 like a more sporty sleaker X7 just how like they make the x6, X4 and X2
Every time I see the X3 on the road I think it’s the X1, and vice-versa.
It's there it's there it's there reverberated in my ear for almost 3 hours after watching this video....🙄🙄😉
Where did Micah go?
Is she wearing a Casio?
The paint is amazing. But spec for spec, why is this $20K better than a CX5 2.0 AWD.
The BMW have Better driving dynamics , also is rear wheel drive ,even the Awd version is rear wheel drive biased, better quality materials .inside and outside is a nicest car, and you can get more quality girls at the beach..other than that ,just the badge 😂😂😂😂😂
Surprising that Lexus offers standard V6 on RX, but BMW doesn't on X3. Lexus may not be known as a driver's car, but the RX V6 is quite powerful indeed.
Ilipan the X3 competes with the Lexus NX. The RX is in a different category, and it competes with the X5
@@sherifelserty9549 I guess but the RX is a 2-row SUV, while the X5 and MDX have 3 rows. I suppose you can compare the RX to the Mercedes GLE/ML then
Ilipan The X5 just added the third row in the 2019 model, it can compete with the RX long wheels (RX-L) and also the GLE from Mercedes as you mentioned
I don't find the RX "powerful", but it is peppy enough for most people I guess. It has more power than my IS 300 but is slower 0-60. Besides it's a lot bigger than the X3 and is more of an X5 competitor.
Not import for USA.. those are made in USA 6:55
In Greer, South Carolina.
The 2.0 has twin turbo??
Nah, she messed up. It's a twin-scroll turbo, but a single turbo.
Imagine being a journalist and saying "between" followed by listing 4 things...
What about Cadillac and lincoln?
Positivity by Zhixi the Cadillac XT5 or 4 and Lincoln’s MKC or Nautilus are just as good as these. The problem is reviewers only care about the imports.
New Jersey plates and a tall ass SoCal palm in the background? Suspicious. lol.
It’s look so beautiful in sunlight
Where is Micha????? :-(
The only BMW X-model that I really like. With the other SUVs, BMW spoils the look in one or two places.
there and there and there....best feature in this video😅😅
So cute!
Those halo daytime running lights are so dated. In my opinion it lowers the aggressiveness and desire for one lol. Wish the hexagon style was standard and a tad bit bigger kidney grille! Oh and full digital display like the X5
Beautiful
This guys always a step behind thr mercedes, except in the handling department
I think they are behind Audi as well, to be honest
😎👍nice BMW Car 2019
I wish this had the new 3 series interior
I like the interior. except the stupid shifter
How can anyone say piano black finish is nice? They are the cheapest plastics that manufacturers use on their vehicles...
Wait Wait wait am I the only one who noticed she said "twin turbo 4 cylinder"? Also those aren't intakes :/