If you like ridiculously fast SUVs then you will be pleased to hear that the BMW X3 M and X4 M Competition have both been treated to a refresh. The 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six motor native to both models still makes 375kW but torque has swelled by 50Nm to 650Nm.
BMW X3 M review, first drive
BMW X3 M review, first drive
BMW’s M division gets its hands on the X3 and gives the sensible, practical SUV sports car matching speed and agility.
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UPDATED: January 12, 2021 17:15 IST
BMW X3 M displays the kind of handling prowess that can make your brain go fuzzy. (Image - Nishant Jhamb)
HIGHLIGHTS
It can accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in 4.2 seconds.
BMW X3 M is priced at Rs 99.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
I find the concept of high-performance SUVs equal parts baffling and fascinating. Baffling because why would one looking for performance buy something that is inherently flawed thanks to its size and high centre of gravity and can, at most, match actual performance cars only in terms of straight-line acceleration and top speed. Fascinating because they are a brilliant showcase of just how far engineering has come to help defy the laws of physics by displaying abilities a car with those physical attributes shouldn’t.