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BMW X3 got a new M Performance kit

BMW has not yet revealed the X3 M, and the Bavarian company has made an effort to prepare a special M Performance package for X3 model owners. These are components made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), high-strength aramid and high-gloss polyurethane that make the car sportier than ever.

This package is compatible with the M Sport Package bodykit and the M Sport Package Pro package. This includes a new gloss black front splitter, M Sport bumper, radiator grill, side mirrors, Frozen black side decals and carbon fuel tank cap, rear sports bumper, new diffuser and a large roof spoiler. All these components are painted in glossy black, but the spoiler can also be obtained in body color. The company also offers carbon tailpipes, characteristic of the M2 M50 xDrive.

The interior of the car is decorated with M Performance sill plates made of carbon or aluminum, stainless steel pedals, and special floor mats with contrasting thread. BMW also offers an anodized aluminum lock button with a color M logo, as well as a new key holder made of Alcantara and leather.

The BMW X3 M50 xDrive is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine with mild hybrid technology, which develops 399 hp (293 kW) and 428 lb-ft (580 Nm) of torque. It is mounted on a set of 22-inch “Y” rims, and a 20-inch set is also available.

There are chances that the BMW X3 M50 xDrive with M Performance parts could remain the sportiest version of the internal combustion engine model, as the BMW M version could be reserved for the upcoming Neue Klasse iX3, which arrives next year with an all-electric drive.

Source: BMW

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2025 BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition

It has been a quarter of a century when, in the era of luxury SUVs, the Bavarian manufacturer launched its first SUV, the BMW X5. Now, for the 25th birthday of this model, BMW has revealed a special edition, the BMW X5 Silver Anniversary Edition.

The X5 Silver Anniversary Edition is finished in a unique Lime Rock Gray and is equipped with the xOffroad equipment package, which includes an air suspension with a mechanical differential lock on the rear axle and additional chassis protection (standard). The ground clearance has also been increased, and the driver is offered four new driving modes: xSnow, xSand, xGravel and xRocks. Each has preset settings for suspension height, traction control, shifting, throttle response and other parameters. There is also the xOffroad camera, which works at speeds of up to 35 km/h, showing the surroundings and making it easier for the driver to choose a better path.

Inside, buyers can choose leather-trimmed seats in Black, Cognac, Coffee or Silverstone Sensafin, while the carbon fiber trim is taken from the X5 M60i and X5 M Competition models. There is also a head-up display and a Harman Kardon surround sound system.

BMW will produce around 1,000 cars and production will start in August. It will be available only for the US market at a price of $81,075.

Source: BMW

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Armored VW Golf GTI

When you saw the photo you thought it was a regular VW Golf GTI, but it’s not. This is a specially modified VW Golf GTI converted into an armored car by SVI Engineering, South Africa.

SVI Engineering produces armored vehicles, but also converts civilian vehicles into armored vehicles. This VW Golf is one of the examples of a civilian car equipped with 3.5 mm thick steel armor (B4+) resistant to fire from pistols and rifles up to 7.62×39 mm caliber, and lightweight ballistic glass that can stop three Kalashnikov hits within 300 mm . The glass on the driver’s side can be opened halfway while the other windows are fixed. High grade steel was used for the doors, pillars, fenders, roof and custom rear bulkhead.

After the modifications, which last three months, the car is 340 kg heavier than the standard Golf, and this is contributed by the additional protection of the engine and battery, resistant to bullets. Of course, this required additional suspension tuning, so this battleship now weighs 1,770 kg. This also affected its performance and fuel consumption.

When it comes to the powertrain, it is not known if there have been any changes. It should be noted that this armor is also compatible with the Golf R, and the protection costs $35,000.

Source: SVI Engineering

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Armored VW Golf GTI