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Alpina XD3 F25 3.0 (350 Hp) BITURBO
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Alpina XD3:
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F25 Overview:
Alpina XD3 (F25). With 700 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.3 l/100km). With a weight of 1910 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 253 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Based on the BMW X3 (F25) platform, the Alpina XD3 benefits from a strong 5-star Euro NCAP rating, indicating excellent overall safety performance for its time, particularly in adult occupant protection.
3.0 (350 Hp) BITURBO Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance for a diesel SUV, delivering supercar-rivalling acceleration (4.9s 0-100km/h) thanks to its potent 350 Hp and massive 700 Nm of torque. The twin-turbo setup ensures immediate and relentless power delivery across the rev range.
Fuel Economy
Remarkably efficient for its performance class, achieving a combined 6.6 l/100 km. This makes it an outstanding choice for those seeking high power without excessive fuel consumption, especially on longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional diesel performance and torque
- • Impressive fuel economy for its power output
- • Exclusive and understated styling
- • Excellent handling for an SUV
- • High-quality interior and build
- • Practicality of an SUV with sports car pace
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Limited availability and specialist servicing
- • Ride can be firm on rougher roads
- • Diesel engine sound may not appeal to all
- • Subtle styling might be too discreet for some
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Alpina |
| Model: | XD3 |
| Generation: | F25 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 (350 Hp) BITURBO |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 350 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 116.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 700 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2993 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 253 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.5 kg/Hp, 183.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 366.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1910 |
| Max. weight: | 2440 |
| Max load: | 530 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1600 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 550 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4647 mm mm |
| Width: | 1901 mm mm |
| Height: | 1670 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1614 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1609 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 255/40 ZR20; 285/35 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 20; 9.5J x 20 |
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