BMW SECTION

X5 & X3

The new X5 features an enlarged version of the VALVETRONIC 4.4-liter engine featured in the X5 4.4i. This new 4.8-liter V8 power plant produces 355-horsepower and 360 ft-lbs of torque, and is coupled with a 6-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission. This abundant power is driven through 20-inch W-rated performance tires - 275/40 front and 315/35 in the rear. Massive 14-inch front/12.8-inch rear disc brakes bring BMWs most potent SAV to a quick and sure-footed stop.

Each '04 X5 model enjoys an upgrading of its powertrain. With its new Valvetronic V-8 engine, the X5 4.4i shows the most dramatic change. From its '00 inception through the '03 model year, the 4.4i was powered by a 4.4-liter aluminum V-8 engine with four overhead camshafts, 32 valves and VANOS variable valve timing on its intake valves; this unit delivered 290 hp and 324 lb-ft. of torque, and earned approval like this from Motor Trend in April '03: "There was no shortage of praise, nevertheless, for the smooth-yet-potent 4.4-liter V-8."

the 2.5-liter, 184-hp X3 is always ready to take you there. With its sports-sedan agility, silk-smooth 6- speed manual or optional STEPTRONIC automatic transmission, and all-new xDrive intelligent all- wheel drive system, the X3 2.5i is engineered for all- out adventure. Inside, the X3’s spaciousness and flexible storage means there’s room for five, or— with seats folded down—for whatever gear you might need. The X3 2.5i. Explore the limits of your imagination.

X3’s muscular 3.0-liter, 225-hp inline-six engine. Marvel at lightning-quick responsiveness from its optional STEPTRONIC automatic transmission, and the sure-footed, all-weather handling of its xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system. Flick a switch to open the available panorama moonroof, plug your MP3 player into the audio system’s auxiliary input, and feel truly, unmistakably free. The X3 3.0i. Expand your mind to meet the road.