Does the new BMW X3 have a strong odor?
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BMW X3 new car does not have a strong odor. BMW X3 Introduction: The BMW X3 is an SUV model with a distinctive personality, introducing the new SUV Sports Activity Vehicle concept and equipped with BMW's patented xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system. The BMW X3 combines the unique proportions of a Sports Activity Vehicle with classic and innovative design, featuring a fresh and youthful exterior while emphasizing the design characteristics of the BMW brand—robust and powerful. BMW X3 Exterior: The dimensions of the X3 are 4565/1853/1674, including a wheelbase of 2825, all exceeding those of the 3 Series. It offers spacious interior room and a luggage compartment capacity of 480 liters, which can be expanded to 1500 liters by asymmetrically folding down the rear seats.
Just bought a new BMW X3, and the smell inside was really strong when I got in. The salesperson said it's gases released from interior materials like plastic, glue, and genuine leather seats, kind of like a mix of chemical reagents and new furniture smell. I spend at least half an hour every day airing it out with the windows down, especially when parked outside, and I've also placed a few packs of activated charcoal under the seats. After two or three weeks, the smell has faded quite a bit, and it's basically gone after a month. If you also pick up a new car, remember not to rush to close the windows or turn on the air recirculation—more ventilation helps the harmful substances evaporate faster. From my personal experience, the smell is strongest in the first few days, but if you stick with it, you can get rid of it.
I am particularly sensitive to smells, and my first impression when sitting in the new BMW X3 was that the odor was quite strong. A friend mentioned that it might be formaldehyde or benzene-based volatiles from the plastic components, and prolonged exposure could cause headaches or discomfort. I took immediate action: every morning, I opened all the windows to ventilate the car for an hour, and I also bought bamboo charcoal bags to absorb the odors inside. After about twenty days, the smell significantly diminished. I recommend that new car owners avoid keeping children in a closed car for extended periods and prioritize health—ventilation is a simple and effective solution.
