BMW has equipped the X3 with a stability system that is said to ensure your caravan never goes out of shape, so everyone was curious to see how it worked. During my time at the wheel there was never any indication that the system had cut in, braking individual wheels to ensure snake-free towing – so either it works or I didn’t push it hard enough.
However, I can tell you the X3 tows superbly, with rock-solid stability and no body roll. My only criticism was that, left to its own devices, the five-speed automatic transmission sometimes seemed confused. Load space is good but not exceptional.
| Make/Model |
Caravan weight |
Drive |
Cyls/CC |
bhp/lb ft@rpm |
Price |
Tested |
| BMW X3 3.0i Sport |
1,500kg |
4WD |
6/2979 |
170/221@3500 |
£34,185 |
2005 |
BMW X3 3.0i Sport
