What's New About The 2016 BMW X3 and X5
If you're shopping Sioux Falls dealerships for a new luxury crossover or SUV, you'll need to think about what you'll be using the vehicle for to determine exactly what to buy. Two great options are the 2016 BMW X5 and 2016 BMW X3 -- both of which are fresh in stock at Luxury Auto Mall of Sioux Falls.
Already at the top of the luxury mid-sized SUV and compact SUV market, BMW has refined its SUV lineup for 2016 with features like a standard 16-speaker Harmon Kardon audio system in the all-new X3 (xDrive 35i model), a hybrid option for the all-new X5, and much more.
BMW has led the compact luxury crossover market with its X3, which is designed for those who need more than a car but aren't ready to jump to a full-sized SUV.
The X5, meanwhile, is a mid-sized SUV with the cargo capacity and utility features that will meet the needs of any SUV lover. Read on to find out what the key differences are between the two vehicles.
BMW X3
Called a "nearly flawless product" by Edmonds.com, the all-new 2016 BMW X3 continues to improve in its sixth year of production. The 2016 X3's rugged design, unparalleled performance and intelligent innovations work together to make it the perfect travel companion for wherever you go -- whether it’s running errands around town or tackling snowy roads.
Performance
With a standard turborcharger, the 2016 BMW X3 will get you where you are going in a hurry, but with surprising fuel efficiency. Choosing the diesel engine will net you a combined 30 mpg, a remarkable feat for a compact luxury crossover. Standard on the X3 is an eight-speed automatic transmission and an automatic stop-start system.
Engine options:
- 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 240 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque (sDrive28i and xDrive28i) with EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined
- 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine that produces 180 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque (xDrive28d) with EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined
- 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine that produces 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque (xDrive 35i) with EPA-estimated 22 mpg combined
Safety
The X3 received an overall crash protection rating of five out of five stars during government testing, with five stars in both side and frontal protection. Opt for the xDrive all-wheel drive traction and be ready for any road condition.
Safety Features:
- Automatic brake drying
- Stability and traction control
- Front seat side airbags and full length side curtain airbags
- BMW Assist emergency communication system
- Optional front and rear parking sensors, parking cameras, lane-departure warning system
Interior
The 2016 BMW X3 offers equal amounts of comfort and luxury. Every control is intuitively placed, including BMW ConnectedDrive features that come to life on the 8.8” Control Display.
Interior features:
iDrive electronics interface
27.6 cubic feet of cargo storage behind rear seats
63.3 cubic feet of capacity with rear seatbacks folded down
Optional Nevada Leather upholstery
BMX X5
With power that can overtake, capacity that feels infinite, and design that stuns from city streets to winding highways, the 2016 BMW X5 doesn’t just embody space--it can escape to a place that has more of it.
Performance
The BMW X5 has enough on -- and off -- road power to handle any driving situation. Choose the 4.4-liter V8 and go from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, or opt for the brand new hybrid model that features an all-electric driving range of 13 miles.
Engine options:
- 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque (sDrive35i, xDrive35i) and an EPA estimated 20-21 mpg combined
- 3.0-liter diesel-powered turbocharged six-cylinder engine with 255 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque (xDrive35d) and EPA estimated 27 mpg combined
- 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with specialized version of the eight-speed automatic transmission that includes built-in electric motor (xDrive40e hybrid model) that brings 308 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque as well as an all-electric driving range of 13 miles
- 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 engine with 445 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque and EPA estimated 17 mpg combined (xDrive50i)
Safety
The 2016 BMW X5 earned the top score in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety frontal and side-impact crash testing. Optional Dynamic Performance Control smoothly distributes the power of the rear axle, improving agility and accuracy, while available Active Roll Stabilization complements by minimizing body roll. BMW's optional xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system maintains traction on even the toughest surfaces.
Safety Features:
- BMW Assist and Remote Services emergency communication services
- Automatic brake drying
- Front side and side curtain airbags
- Stability and traction control
Interior
The X5's luxurious and spacious interior includes optional 20-way multi-contour seats available in Nappa leather conform to your body with nearly limitless positioning, and a wealth of trim options such as Fineline Oak to surround you in beautifully grained wood. Meanwhile, the iDrive multimedia system will handle all of your navigation and multimedia needs.
Interior features:
Rear folding seats split 40/20/40 to convert 23 cubic feet of trunk space to 66
Split power tailgate opens two ways, with lower section folding down to support up to 550 pounds
Optional surround-view camera system
Test Drive a New BMW Luxury SUV at LAM
If you are searching Sioux Falls dealerships for that perfect compact luxury crossover or mid-sized SUV, stop in to Luxury Auto Mall of Sioux Falls and test drive the new 2016 BMW X3 and 2016 BMW X5 to see which one fits best.