2018 BMW X3 made its global debut at BMW’s assembly plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina in the USA.

From the outside, it is an evolutionary car, but with sufficient new elements to give the SUV a new looks. The signature BMW kidney grille has now become bigger while the roofline has become higher at the back giving the X3 the unique BMW SUV identity. The tail lamps are wraparound units but with a sharper design to lend some sportiness to the rear of the car.

The car acquires new, bigger 18-inch alloy wheels for the standard trim while the xLine variants get even larger 19-inch alloys. Furthermore, top-of-the-line M Performance version also offers 21-inch wheels as an optional extra.

The new BMW X3 also brings in a new 2.0-litre petrol engine alongside the familiar diesel offering. Additional improvements have also been made to the eight-speed Steptronic transmission and the BMW xDrive intelligent all- wheel-drive system to include efficiency, according to the company.

This is the third generation for the Bavarian automaker’s mid-size competitor and will take on the likes of the Mercedes-Benz GLC, Audi Q3 and yet-to-be-launched Volvo XC40.