Just Bought an X3 35d
Discussion
We've been looking for a new, bigger car for a month or so now and despite looking at a number of options (XC60, Discovery Sport, F-Pace) we finally decided on an X3 with the 35d engine.
Went out to the showroom in Blackpool at the weekend after making an appointment to go and see two specific cars they had in stock, both pre-reg 17 plates and both with exceptionally good deals to be had. In the end, we opted for the Carbon Black M-sport version with panoramic sunroof, head-up display, Harmon Kardon, Pro-Nav/Online/Apple Car Play and a host of other options.
Coming from the M235i, it obviously isn't in the same league performance wise but I was pleasantly surprised how well it picked its feet up when pressing on down the motorway. 313bhp and a huge amount of torque help. It also seemed quiet and refined and there wasn't much body roll in the corners. I also love the higher-up driving position as it's the first SUV we've had. All in all, a very comfortable place to rack up some mileage.
Picking it up on Saturday and then heading down south for the weekend with the in-laws to give it a good run out and to get some miles on it.
Went out to the showroom in Blackpool at the weekend after making an appointment to go and see two specific cars they had in stock, both pre-reg 17 plates and both with exceptionally good deals to be had. In the end, we opted for the Carbon Black M-sport version with panoramic sunroof, head-up display, Harmon Kardon, Pro-Nav/Online/Apple Car Play and a host of other options.
Coming from the M235i, it obviously isn't in the same league performance wise but I was pleasantly surprised how well it picked its feet up when pressing on down the motorway. 313bhp and a huge amount of torque help. It also seemed quiet and refined and there wasn't much body roll in the corners. I also love the higher-up driving position as it's the first SUV we've had. All in all, a very comfortable place to rack up some mileage.
Picking it up on Saturday and then heading down south for the weekend with the in-laws to give it a good run out and to get some miles on it.
Great choice, the X3 seems ignored by most but I think the six cylinder models are cracking cars. I found the ride (M sport 35d) a little firm for my taste, and I can see why some say the interior isn't "special", but I like its simplicity. Prefer it to the previous model Audi SQ5 although that's also a very good all rounder. Happy driving!
Nezquick said:
Thanks all.
Yes it's certainly well spec'd and it'll be nice to have some comfort when cruising around from now on.
What did shock me though was the £450 a year tax. That's hefty for a relatively clean diesel and almost made me look elsewhere.
Every car over £40k list has this now since tax changes in April Yes it's certainly well spec'd and it'll be nice to have some comfort when cruising around from now on.
What did shock me though was the £450 a year tax. That's hefty for a relatively clean diesel and almost made me look elsewhere.
Maybe that's why you got such a good deal .. one registered in march would have cost you £140 to tax
Nezquick said:
Thanks all.
Yes it's certainly well spec'd and it'll be nice to have some comfort when cruising around from now on.
What did shock me though was the £450 a year tax. That's hefty for a relatively clean diesel and almost made me look elsewhere.
And the bYes it's certainly well spec'd and it'll be nice to have some comfort when cruising around from now on.
What did shock me though was the £450 a year tax. That's hefty for a relatively clean diesel and almost made me look elsewhere.
ds will be sliding another increase in come November. My convincing of er indoors that an X5 M would be much more tax efficient than a dirty tractor is gaining pace 
Nice car, enjoy.
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