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X3 M40i M Sport Edition: model of the Bavarian brand arrives in Brazil with a pack of exclusive items

Focusing on the demand of Brazilian customers for more exclusive items, it's time for the BMW X3 M40i M Sport Edition to win a limited version with exclusive paint. In all, 30 cars will arrive in Brazil with a beautiful matte tone on the bodywork. With a 387 hp engine and an extensive list of standard equipment, the special version arrives in Brazil, imported from Spartanburg, USA, costing 603,950 reais (local currency) and complementing the national production in Araquari, Santa Catarina, which produces the M40i version. traditional VAS.

Called Frozen Deep Grey, the exclusive matte black paintwork is part of the Individual range, a unique pattern capable of reflecting BMW's pinnacle of technical quality. The 30 units of the X3 M40i M Sport Edition with special paint use the same engine as the version produced on national soil.

Under the hood, a 3.0-liter, in-line 6-cylinder engine, TwinPower Turbo, which produces 387 horsepower (between 5,800 and 6,500 rpm) and 500 Nm of maximum torque (between 1,900 and 5,000 rpm), is responsible for moving the SAV The transmission is an 8-speed automatic, with paddles behind the steering wheel for manual shifts. The traction is integral on demand. With this set, the version accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.

Visually, the M Sport Edition version stands out for its striking design such as the dual laser headlights, the grille with the double kidney in gloss black, carbon fiber mirror cover, red brake calipers, front bumper with large intakes of air and 21-inch wheels. Inside, carbon fiber trim on the dashboard, seat upholstery in Merino Red Fiona/Black leather and renowned Harman Kardon sound system are the highlights.

Based on the top-of-the-line M40i version, the X3 M40i M Sport Edition is packed with technology and has the same equipment as the traditional versions, such as the BMW Live Cockpit Professional. Two high-resolution 12.3-inch screens display vehicle and infotainment system information - the latter being touch-sensitive and compatible with Apple Car Play and Android Auto. The air conditioning has automatic climate control with three zones and the sunroof is of the panoramic type. In addition to the cup holder, the central console accommodates the gear selector lever, buttons for the start/stop system and engine start, electric parking brake, multimedia control, among other vehicle commands.

There are also Driving Assistant, Parking Assistant Plus and Surround View systems, with a reversing camera and front and rear parking sensors. Driving Assistant offers intelligent driving in slow-moving or long-distance traffic situations, informing you, through visual and audible alerts, of cross-traffic conditions, rear-end collision risks, involuntary lane changes and approach control and prevention. front, among other functions.

The version has the Drive Recorder, a feature capable of capturing 360° videos around the vehicle - through the 4 cameras. Recordings can be up to 40 seconds long, including the 20 seconds immediately before activation and the 20 seconds afterward. The function can be activated at any time via the iDrive menu or automatically when an accident is detected. Videos can be recorded for entertainment and enjoyment such as travelling, traveling with enchanting landscapes, but it can also be configured for automatic activation in the event of an accident.

With the My BMW App, it is possible to activate remote functions such as locating the vehicle, locking and unlocking the car, turning on the headlights, turning on the horns and activating the car's ventilation. In addition, with the My BMW App it is possible to check the status of the car, if any doors or windows are open, to have information about the mileage, the fuel tank level or the autonomy, maintenance and necessary services, locate and make contact with dealers, check control message such as brake fluid or engine oil, and also receive notifications with each remote software update (Remote Software Upgrade).

The model also features Intelligent Personal Assistant and Caring Car. While one allows voice interaction with the car itself, being able to activate various functions, such as temperature control, activate seat heating, open windows, and even inform you of the next service, the other transforms the vehicle's interior from according to the owner's mood, for example, adjusting the background music, the air conditioning temperature and the interior lighting, all also via voice command.

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