The new BMW ALPINA XD3.

17-08-2021 12:23 -

The new BMW ALPINA XD3 is aimed at drivers looking to combine a superior driving experience and comfort with the ability to cover long distances at ease. Its embody a one-of-a-kind driving experience shaped by the exceptional driving dynamics and high torque, backed up by the reliability and efficiency diesels are known for. As part of the model update, the power potential of the 3.0 litre straight-six diesel engine with quad-turbo charging has been boosted even further. The engine management parameters have been optimised, allowing the drivetrain to now deliver a power output of 290 kW (394 hp) and a maximum torque of 800 Nm (590 lb-ft). The engine's full power potential is available between 1750 rpm and 3000 rpm. This translates into outstanding power even in everyday driving situations, at low engine speeds.

The revised Launch Control function automatically controls the power and torque output, the traction control and the transmission to allow optimum acceleration manoeuvres from standstill. The BMW ALPINA XD3 accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed is 267 km/h / 166 mph. No other models in this segment come close to this driving performance. Power is transmitted by a ZF 8-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission, 8HP75 generation, specifically adapted to the high-torque drivetrain. Manual gear changes are performed using the classic ALPINA SWITCH-TRONIC shift buttons or optional ALPINA aluminium shift paddles. Despite this diesel engine's high power output, it is highly efficient - low fuel consumption means long driving ranges. Fuel consumption measured according to the new and more realistic WLTP measuring cycle (Worldwide Harmonized Light-Duty Vehicles Test Procedure) is 8.6 l/100 km with CO2 emissions of 224 g/km. In addition to a diesel particulate filter and a NOx storage catalytic converter, a SCR catalytic converter with aqueous urea solution injection (AdBlue®) reduces the amount of nitrogen oxides in the emissions. The AdBlue® tank volume is 20 litres, which typically equates to a range of at approximately 10.000 km.