Today, let’s popularize science about the BMW x5 and BMW x3 being in the same room. The BMW X3 and X5 have similar appearance, exactly the same engine, the same luggage space, and similar performance. This is the X3 and X5. They are like a pair. SUVs that are like twin brothers. What exactly does BMW want to do? Should they fight each other or focus on different market segments? In the eyes of many people, what BMW did is simply incredible. When the X5 was selling like hotcakes, the X3 was launched, and I really couldn’t see any essential difference between it and the X5. The top model of the X3 uses the same 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine and xDrive four-wheel drive system as the entry-level model of the X5. The only difference is that it is 100mm shorter than the X5. The price of the X3 3.0 is nearly 5,000 pounds cheaper than the X5 3.0. But BMW's designers are definitely not retarded. X3 and X5 definitely have different positionings. So what is the difference? We drove both cars through the Scottish countryside to try to discover the differences. The worse the road surface, the more excellent the X5's off-road capabilities will be displayed. The countryside here is a paradise for SUVs, with changing climates, rugged, muddy and slippery roads, as well as sudden sharp turns and steep slopes. All these roads that are intimidating to cars are perfect environments for testing SUVs. There are more than 20 miles of mountain roads from Ballater to Tomintoul, all uphill. In order to reach the top of the mountain before dark, we drove X3 and X5 all the way. The X5's tough suspension showed obvious advantages on mountain roads. After a few sharp turns, the X3 was dropped by a large distance. In order not to get separated, we let X3 take the lead. Through the dark rear windshield, I can still clearly see the X3's high-mounted brake lights flashing continuously when cornering. Trailing behind the X3, I finally had a chance to take a closer look at its rear. The bow-shaped decorative strip surrounds the license plate and connects the left and right taillights, making it feel as if the taillights are one-piece and occupy most of the rear area of ??the car. This can be regarded as an unconventional design at the rear of the car, but overall, the shape of the tailgate is a bit unconventional. After a facelift, the front face of the X5 is indeed much more delicate than before, and even has a bit of the new 7 Series. More importantly, BMW's special treasure xDrive finally appears on the X5, with the V8 engine and V8 engine of the top car. The new 6-cylinder diesel engine also has higher technological content. Unfortunately, the 3.0-liter straight-6 engine in the entry-level equipment has not been improved at all, but this also shows the maturity and classicness of this machine. This 24-valve engine has a maximum power of 172kW and a maximum torque of 300Nm. It is used in the X5 and can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 8.3 seconds. 3500rpm is the most powerful speed of this machine, and the fuel consumption does not increase much compared to lower speeds. On the straight road, the X3's light body began to show its advantages. I followed behind in the X5, almost squeezing out the potential of each gear before I could barely keep up. I almost forgot, the X3 we tested had an automatic transmission, and the X5 had a manual transmission. Speaking of the X5 3.0i's 6-speed manual transmission, it is really a good thing. The speed ratios between the gears are moderately dense, so you won't lose too much speed when changing gears. The shift handle has just the right amount of control, which is both relaxed and tough, not to mention the gears are clear. The main problem lies in the clutch. The pedal stroke is too long, it feels as long as one meter (just kidding!), and the clutch must be pressed to the bottom when changing gears. No wonder so many people like the automatic X5. When it was getting dark, we finally arrived at the small town of Tomintoul. The scenery here is obviously different from other places in the UK. The ancient buildings still retain their medieval style, but the advertising flags fluttering in the wind outside the gas station are particularly dazzling. The coniferous forest is scattered randomly on the hillside. From a distance, it looks like someone has applied green paint carelessly with a brush. But you must not look down upon this place. It is one of the most developed areas for the British brewing industry. There are 8 famous whiskey distilleries built nearby, and countless small workshops. Despite its short stature, the luggage space of the X3 is actually larger than that of the X5. Early the next morning, we started heading towards Gordonstoun.

The most famous attraction here is the Noble School, where Prince Charles once studied. As we approached Gordonstoun, it began to drizzle and the road surface became increasingly slippery. Both the X3 and X5 showed excellent road-holding performance, but this was due to BMW's xDrive four-wheel drive system. The torque distribution capability is indeed beyond our imagination. We arrived at Gordonstoun just before 9am. If we look at the specification sheet, it's really hard to say which car has better off-road capabilities. Their ground clearance and wading depth are exactly the same, and their gradeability is also about the same. But in terms of feel, we think the X5 is more powerful. The tall hood, protruding wheel arches and exaggerated side steps all flaunt its SUV identity, while the X3 looks more like a cross between a car and an SUV. The car, the large glass sunroof that takes up almost half of the roof is its most distinctive feature. Although the ground clearance of the two is the same, the seat height of the X5 is significantly higher than that of the X3. This condescending feeling is unique to SUVs. You may not believe it, but although the X3's body length is 100mm shorter than the X5, its luggage space is larger than that of the X5. The luggage compartment volume of the X3 is 480-1560 liters, while the X5 is only 465-1550 liters. Not only that, the luggage compartment opening height of the X3 is lower, making it easier to load and unload cargo. In many cases, you may prefer to treat it as a car. Four-wheel drive station wagon. Although they come from the same car, the interior styles of the X3 and X5 are very different. The X5 feels solid and down-to-earth, and all control parts are made rough and strong; the X3 is different. The interior styling is obviously inspired by the new 5 Series, and various switch buttons are filled with BMW's unique curves. The X3 is slightly better in terms of power and X5 is superior in terms of comfort. Whether it is an SUV or a hybrid car, speed is not their strong point. But the power of the X3 did not disappoint. It only takes 8.1 seconds to accelerate from standstill to 100km/h, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the X5. Of course, this is due to its light body. Its curb weight is only 1840kg, which is 230kg lighter than the X5. There are more than 10 buttons densely arranged on the center console of the X5, which can complete 14 functions, which seems a bit cumbersome. In comparison, the interior of the X3 is much more user-friendly, and a few simple buttons can achieve more functions. Particularly worth mentioning is the X3's large sunroof, which costs ￡975 as an option. When it's fully opened, half of the rear seats are exposed to sunlight, which is a real surprise on a nice day. A rare treat. But it also has an obvious shortcoming: when the car drives above 60km/h, the rumbling wind shakes the eardrums violently, as if it is being followed by a police helicopter. This is just the data provided by the manufacturer. In fact, the X3 feels like it can drive faster. The 5-speed automatic transmission cannot be said to be advanced, but at least it is not outdated. It works very well with the engine. The engine's maximum torque appears at 3500rpm, and in sport mode, the transmission's jump point is 4000rpm - just enough to give full play to the machine's performance. Do cars have a gender? Maybe! If that's the case, X3 is an out-and-out gentle girl, but what about X5? A bit like a "T-lesbian" (a lesbian who plays the male role). After wandering around Gordonstoun for most of the day, towards evening, we started looking for a place to take photos. The fog is getting heavier and heavier, and the distant peaks are looming in the clouds and fog. Driving on the winding mountain road, we feel as if we are riding in the clouds. BMW's xDrive system plays an important role here. It effectively controls the torque output to each wheel and does not allow any wheel to slip or be lazy. At the same time, the carefully designed tires seem to squeeze out every drop of water in the tread pattern. Neither X3 nor X5 can provide the general comfort of a car, but in comparison, the comfort of X5 seems to be better. Its suspension can filter out most of the bumpy vibrations on the road, and the wind noise and tire noise are better. Small, what’s more worth mentioning is that its massage seats are standard equipment, which is a boon for people traveling long distances.

The main problem of the X3 is that it has slightly louder wind noise and does not absorb high-frequency vibrations from the road surface enough. Face to face, who would you choose? X3 and X5 have too many similarities. Putting aside the size, power and price, the biggest similarity between the two is that they are both deeply engraved with the BMW brand, and many details are designed. All infused with BMW DNA. The differences between them are also obvious: the X3 is more like a well-equipped four-wheel drive station wagon, although it can also ride on rough roads when necessary; the X5 is a more orthodox SUV. The X5 is the first four-wheel drive vehicle ever produced by BMW. Its launch enabled BMW to once again create a new car type, namely "SAV" (Sport Activity Vehicle). The car is produced at the BMW plant in Steinberg, South Carolina, USA. It was first launched on the U.S. market at the end of 1999 and achieved great success. The BMW X5 has the performance of a sports car and the comfort of a four-door car, and is suitable for a variety of road surfaces. It has not only been proven to be the safest SUV, but also the best-performing SUV so far tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. car. BMW X5 4.8is 1.3015 million Yuan BMW X5 4.4i 1.1563 million Yuan BMW Starting from about 320,000 yuan, the BMW X5 4.4i starts from about 950,000 yuan, about 430,000 yuan, about 520,000 yuan. The BMW X5 4.8is starts from about 1.15 million yuan, about 570,000 yuan, about 580,000 yuan. BMW X3 domestic and foreign price comparison table: Models sold in China Price difference of foreign selling price: BMW X3 3.0i 620,000 yuan, starting from about 290,000 yuan, about 330,000 yuan