BMW, "The Independent" new "X3" presentation. Starting with the diesel model

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If it is impossible to avoid danger such as a collision, the occupants are protected by tightening the seat belts and automatically closing the windows and sunroof.

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ビー・エム・ダブリュー株式会社 代表取締役社長のペーター・クロンシュナーブル氏

　Mr. Peter Kronschnabl, President and CEO of BMW, took the stage at the presentation. In his opening remarks, he said, "The X3 was introduced in 2003, and this model is the third generation. Here in Japan, the first generation X3 was released in 2004, and since then we have sold nearly 30,000 units. That's more than a third of BMW X Series sales.I remember driving the original X3 and it far exceeded my expectations.It looked like a pure off-road model. However, it ran like a BMW sports car.I had no idea that a SAV could offer such a sense of luxury and bring 'driving pleasure'," said the first generation X3. look back.

　Before starting to talk about the new X3, he explained the sales results so far, saying, "2016 was the 100th anniversary of our founding globally, and the 35th anniversary in Japan. We were determined to set a record, we thought 2016 would be our best year and we did it, with more than 75,000 units sold, our eighth consecutive year of sales growth.” , reported strong sales in Japan.

　Regarding 2017, "The 5 series was fully remodeled, and MINI's first PHEV (plug-in hybrid) "MINI Cooper S E Crossover ALL4" was released.In addition, it is the first BMW Motorrad motorcycle that can be ridden by a normal two-wheel license. "G 310 R (Gee Sanichimaru Earl)" has also been released," he reported that he is actively releasing new products, and "Our PHEV offensive has also contributed to the success, and now BMW , MINI and Motorrad have electrified models, with a total of nine EV and PHEV models, the most of any manufacturer, with 25 electrified models by 2025. I would like to add it to the global lineup," he said, also referring to future developments.

　“Cumulative sales in 2017 are up, with BMW up 3.2%, MINI up 4.5% and BMW Motorrad showing excellent growth, up 15.8%. I believe that with the launch of the new X3, we will break the record again in 2017.”

BMWの販売実績。2016年まで8年連続で台数を伸ばしてきた1月～9月期の累計台数。2016年よりもBMW、MINI、BMW モトラッドのいずれも販売台数を伸ばしている

　As for the new X3: “When you buy a SAV model, you expect it to have off-road performance, toughness and dynamics. When you buy a premium model you expect quality and luxury and the new X3 delivers this too.Open the door and step in.Great fit and finish, amazing finish ”.

“When you buy a BMW, you expect driving performance. We promise driving pleasure. The new X3 will do what you want, on and off-road. Our brand continues to innovate. State-of-the-art connectivity features, driver assistance systems that enable partially automated driving, and economic and environmental performance, all of which exceed expectations. You can rely on the new X3 in any season of the year, which is why we call it 'The Independent.' With it, you can go where you want to go. You can enjoy your trip," he said, appealing the new X3.

新型X3のターゲットユーザーCd値は0.29エクステリアデザインパワートレーンのスペックディーゼルエンジンでは最新の尿素SCR技術を採用し、EURO6およびポスト新長期規制に適合「ドライビング・アシスト・プラス」を全車に標準装備新型X3のラインアップ各モデルの価格