Pros Outperformed its range estimate in our testing, peppy acceleration, generous warranty package.
Cons Fit-and-finish needs major improvement, unsteady ride and handling, unintuitive infotainment system.
Pros Long warranty Abundant standard driver's aids Clean, usable interior design
Cons Short range relative to the competition Unrefined ride and assembly quality Drives like it still belongs on the proving grounds
For 2022, BMW gives the high-performance X3 M higher performance courtesy of new engine tuning and internal components from the M3 sedan and M4 coupe. While horsepower ratings remain the same, the regular X3 M now makes 457 pound-feet (up 13), and the Competition variant makes 479 pound-feet (up 37). BWM says the added torque lowers the SUV's already nosebleed-inducing zero-to-60-mph time even further. Competition models also roll on a set of lighter-weight 21-inch wheels.
Pros Acceleration shames some sports cars, athleticism defies physics, more functional than any BMW sedan.
Cons Stiff-legged ride quality, too many possible drive-modes adjustments, loses on fuel economy—if anyone cares.
PROS A proper M Car soul Ferocious performance when you want it Tons of character even at a cruise
CONS Stiff ride does become fatiguing Price is getting up there M Car servicing isn’t cheap
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