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2005 BMW X3 2.5i

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2005 BMW X3 2.5i
Powertrain/Chassis
Drivetrain layout Front engine, AWD
Engine typeI-6, alum block/heads
Valvetrain DOHC, 4 valves/cyl
Displacement 152.2 cu in/2494 cc
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Power (SAE net) 184 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque (SAE net) 175 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Weight to power 22.3 lb/hp
Transmission 5-speed automatic
Axle/final drive ratios 3.91:1/2.93:1
Suspension, front; rear Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Steering ratio 8.19:1
Brakes, f;r12.8-in vented disc; 12.6-in vented disc, ABS
Wheels 18 x 8.0, cast alum
Tires 235/50R18 97H M+S Pirelli Scorpion STR
Dimensions
Wheelbase 110.1 in
Track, f/r 60.0/60.7 in
Length x width x height 179.7 x 73.0 x 66.0
Ground clearance 8.0 in
Appr/depart angle 24.0/21.9 deg
Turning circle 38.4 ft
Curb weight 4105 lb Weight dist, f/r 50/50%
Towing capacity 3500 lb
Seating capacity 5
Headroom, f/r 39.3/39.4 in
Legroom, f/r 40.2/35.8 in
Shoulder room, f/r 55.8/55.4 in
Cargo volume behind, f/r 71.0/30.0 cu ft
Test Data
Acceleration to mph 0-30 3.2 sec
0-40 4.9
0-50 7.0
0-60 9.8
0-70 13.3
0-80 17.8
0-90 22.6
Passing, 45-65 mph 5.6
Quarter mile 17.2 sec @ 80.0 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph 130 ft
600-ft slalom 61.8 mph avg
Lateral acceleration 0.84 g avg
MT figure eight 28.1 sec @ 0.58 g avg
Consumer Info
Stability/traction control Yes/yes
AirbagsDual front, front side, f/r head curtain
Basic warranty 4 yrs/50,000 miles
Powertrain warranty 4 yrs/50,000 miles
Roadside assistance 4 yrs/50,000 miles
Fuel capacity 17.7 gal
EPA city/hwy econ 17/23 mpg
MT fuel economy 17.7 mpg
Recommended fuel Premium unleaded

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