However, the touch input also has its benefits, providing you with greater accuracy and faster input when it comes to typing addresses into the navigation system. These give you easier access to the main features when driving, as the tactile nature of the physical dial means you don't need to look away from the road as often. The main attraction here is the central touch display which sits atop the center console, and while this can be controlled by manipulating the screen with your digits, BMW also offers its more familiar (for current BMW owners) iDrive physical control wheel and shortcut buttons.
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(Image credit: TechRadar) BMW X3 xDrive30e specs and techīMW's in-car infotainment system is among the best out there, with a clear, modern interface that's easy to navigate and full of useful features – including news and weather services, giving you something to read while you're charging. You'll struggle to get 34 miles from the X3 however, and there are other plug-in hybrids that can offer this sort of range more reliably, such as the Kia Niro PHEV.Ĭharging is easy, with the port located behind a flag above the front wheel arch, and as the battery, which is situated under the rear seats, is relatively small compared to those in a fully electric car it can be topped up quickly.Īt a fast charging station you'll be looking at comfortably under an hour, while at home on our 22kWh cable we'd get a full charge in around two hours. That's still a useful amount of all-electric range, though, and will cover most trips around town and some daily commutes. However, the joy of a plug-in hybrid is that you can ditch the petrol engine entirely for some journeys and drive in a fully EV mode, which BMW calls 'eDrive'.īMW says the X3 xDrive30e can manage up to 34 miles on a single charge in 'eDrive', although during our time with the car we were only reliably getting 22 miles. There's a pleasing amount of space in the trunk too, and its high, flat load window makes it easy to move items in and out.īoth modes take advantage of the hybrid engine at low speeds and under braking, but for those looking to be a bit greener you can switch to 'Eco Pro', which increases the amount of regenerative braking while also throttling acceleration for more energy-efficient driving. Our BMW X3 came with a panoramic sunroof, which offers a great view of the sky for those in the back. The door pockets here are also a reasonable size, and there are magazine pockets on the back of the front seats. Rear seat passengers get access to two dedicated USB-C ports for easy device charging, as well as their own climate controls. The rear cabin can seat three adults relatively comfortably, with a good amount of head and leg room. The door pockets are a reasonable size too, ensuring that there's plenty of space to put phones, keys, and more.
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You'll find a pair of cup holders plus a space for your phone (which also houses a wireless charger) in the central section between the front seats, and the arm-rest between them lifts up to reveal additional storage. It's a pleasing aesthetic, and while the finish may not be quite as premium as on some of BMW's more expensive offerings, you do still get the sense that this is a well-made vehicle, and corners haven’t been cut. Our X3 xDrive30e also came with a heated steering wheel.
The accommodating seats provide a pleasing level of support that makes long journeys a breeze, and they're heated too, which is useful when the mercury drops. Slide into the driver's seat and you'll find a comfortable, airy cabin.
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